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Special Olympics Colorado hosts its annual southwest area track and field event at Durango High School from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Approximately 90 athletes from the surrounding area will participate. 385-8545.

In celebration of Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month, a walking tour and lecture about the Old Fort campus takes place from 1-4 p.m. at the campus 16 miles southwest of Durango. The event includes talks by FLC President Brad Bartel, WindTalkers start Roger Willie and professor and historian Duane Smith. 247-7310 for details.

The first Ska-B-Q takes place at 4 p.m. at the Ska Tasting Room, 545 Turner Dr., and includes free food and cheap pints. 247-5792 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.

Maria's Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts a talk and book signing with Jordan Smith for his new book Nature Noir: A Park Ranger's Patrol in the Sierra. The book details Smith's experience as a ranger for 14 years on "condemned land" slated to be drowned by a dam. 247-1438 for details.

Carvers hosts a Cinco de Mayo fiesta, a fund-raiser for KSUT. Carvers' Mexican brew, Cerveza Real, will be served along with tamales from Cocina Linda.

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

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 finals for its third annual Music Talent Search, at 8 p.m. Winners take 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 Matthew spins '80s music for Cinco de Mayo at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430.

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

DJs Shawn Patrick, Fat P and Irah perform at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., for Cinco de Mayo and Pint Night at 10 p.m. 259-9200.

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The City of Durango hosts a 25th anniversary of Arbor Day Celebration from 10 a.m.-noon at the Durango Recreation Center, 2700 N. Main. The event features free tree seedlings, ice cream, BBQ and performances by area fourth and fifth-graders. 375-7383 for details.

The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad kicks off the summer season from 11a.m.-2 p.m. with a performance by the Bar D Wranglers and appearances by Smokey Bear and Thomas the Tank Engine. 259-0274 for details.

A Cinco de Mayo Fiesta takes place on Mill Street in Bayfield from 4-6 p.m. The event features live music, festive dancing and food. 884-4531 for details.

Ellis Crane Gallery hosts its Grand Re-opening with a reception from 5-9 p.m. at 934 Main Ave. The gallery is currently exhibiting a group show featuring Phyllis Stapler, Judith D'Agostino, Ilze Aviks, Cynthia DeBolt and Krista Harris. 382-9855.

Greg Ryder plays acoustic country at Christina's Grill and Bar, 21382 US Hwy. 160 W., at 5:30 p.m. 382-3844.

Lemon Head Salon and Boutique hosts its grand opening fashion show at 6 p.m. at 145 E. College. 259-3440 for details.

The Visual and Performing Arts Department at Durango High holds its annual Spring Arts Splash from 6:30-9:30 p.m. in the DHS Commons. Third trimester students' artwork will be on display in coordination with the opening weekend of "Peter Pan." 259-1630, Ext. 2111 for details.

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

Ralph Dinosaur returns to Scoot 'n Blues, 900 Main Ave., with shows at 5:30 & 8 p.m. 259-1400 for details.

The Sky Ute Casino in Ignacio presents a Cinco de Mayo Dance at 7:30 p.m. with music from Tucson y Los Amigos. 563-3000 for details.

DJ Shoe spins club favorites at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

The Frank Trio brings its jazz-funk-rock back to the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 10 p.m. Local band m-theory will open the show. 247-2324 for details.

The High Rollers bring their country and western back to Durango with a show at the Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave. 375-2568 for details.

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The Artists' Mercado takes place from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. 259-2606 for details.

Brant Leeper, Paul Karmazyn & friends play live jazz at Pure Soul Coffee, 40 Town Plaza, at 5 p.m. 259-5499 for details.

Nina Sasaki plays acoustic rock at Christina's Grill and Bar, 21382 US Hwy. 160 W., at 5:30 p.m. 382-3844.

The Visual and Performing Arts Department at Durango High School holds the annual Spring Arts Splash from 6:30-9:30 p.m. in the DHS Commons Area. The third trimester students' artwork will be on display in coordination with the opening weekend of "Peter Pan." 259-1630, ext. 2111 for details.

The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College hosts "Durango Dance Party," a high-energy dance performance by some of Durango's most talented young dancers including tap, jazz, hip hop and more, at 6:30 p.m. 247-7657 for details. 4

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

The Kirk James Blues Band plays 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 Mowgli spins music for mountaintop hip hop night at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

DJs Zen Ken, Revelation and a guest perform "Trenchtown Rock" for Ladies Night at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

The High Rollers play a second show at the Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave. 375-2568 for details.

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Mom's Day

Cocina Linda, located in the Albertson's Parking Lot, hosts a Sunday brunch benefiting the Durango Discovery Museum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sixty percent of meals will be donated to the nonprofit museum emerging from the existing Children's Museum of Durango. 259-6729 for details.

The Telegraph 10K/5K fun run leaves the Horse Gulch trailhead at 10 a.m. Entrants must be registered by May 6. 375-7300 for details.

Heartlight Wholistic Health Center, at the corner of Pine & North Street in Bayfield, hosts an inspirational meeting at 10:30 a.m. A healing circle follows.

The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College hosts "Durango Dance Party," a high-energy dance performance by some of Durango's most talented young dancers including tap, jazz, hip hop and more, .at 4 p.m. 247-7657 for details.

Kirk James plays solo 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.

Local singer-songwriter Sally Shuffield plays a Mother's Day Concert from 7-9 p.m. at the Absolute Bakery in Mancos.

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

DJ Brian Ess performs on the turntable spinning house music at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430.

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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.

The Miller Middle School Drama Club performs "The Invisible Man" at 7 p.m. in the Miller Auditorium.

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

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The Adaptive Sports Association seeks volunteer guides for outdoor recreational activities for people with disabilities. Activities include whitewater rafting, flat-water canoeing and kayaking, fishing and more. An orientation takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the Durango Area Association of Realtors, 125 E. 32nd St. 259-0374 for details.

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.

Willie Nelson & Family perform a sold-out concert at 7 p.m. at FLC's Whalen Gymnasium. Movin' On, a local country/western band, opens the show.

A discussion group for singles (37-65 y.o.) based on John Gray's book Mars & Venus on a Date meets at 7 p.m. at Tatanka Lodge. 259-6510 for directions.

The Summit, 600 Main Ave., presents open mic night from 7 p.m.-midnight. 247-2324 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.

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.

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The Adaptive Sports Association seeks volunteer guides for outdoor recreational activities for people with disabilities. Activities include whitewater rafting, flat-water canoeing and kayaking, fishing, and more. An orientation takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the Durango Area Association of Realtors, 125 E. 32nd St. 259-0374.

The Women's Reading Circle meets at 5:30 p.m. at the Rochester Hotel, 726 E. Second Ave.4 Anyone interested in discussing The Quiet American, by Graham Greene, is welcome to attend. 247-1242.

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.

Durango BMXboard members, track operators and volunteersmeet at 6:30 p.m. in the Rivergate Medical Office Building. 759-5797 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.

The Miller Middle School choirs and orchestras perform their spring concert at 7:15 p.m. in the Miller auditorium. Students in each of the choirs, the sixth-grade strings, the advanced orchestra, and the show choir will participate. 247-1418, ext. 123 for details.

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

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

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

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Durango Repertory Theater presents "Art," a play by Yasmina Reza on May 5-7 and May 12-14 at 8 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. The play has won both the 1998 Tony Award for Best Play and the 1996 Olivier Award for Best Comedy. Tickets will be available at the door. 259-2606 for details.

Durango High School Thespian Troupe 1096's production of "Peter Pan" begins May 6 & 7. The play shows at 7 p.m. in the DHS Auditorium and will continue showing May 12-14. 259-1630, Ext. 2141 for reservations.

The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., hosts "Mirrors and Windows," the first group exhibit of the year. The exhibit includes the work of four regional artists - Thomas Carr, Priscilla Fowler, Carey Reynolds and Diana Woods - and runs through May 28. The artists will be on hand for an opening reception on Friday, May 6, from 5 to 8 p.m. 259-2606 for details.

Karyn Gabaldon Fine Arts, 680 Main Ave. "on the corner," presents an exhibit of pastel landscapes by Durango artist Jan Goldman through the month of May. Goldman will give free demonstrations May 7 & 8 from 1-4 p.m. 247-9018 for details.

The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, screens the acclaimed British romantic comedy, "Dear Frankie." The film is a tale of 9-year-old Frankie and his mom, Lizzie. Lizzie regularly writes Frankie a letter from his make-believe father who works aboard a ship traveling to exotic lands. However, Lizzie soon finds out his "father's'" ship will be arriving in a few days. "Dear Frankie" shows most evenings at 3:30, 6 & 8:15 p.m. 385-1711 for details.

"Splash!" - an evening of water-related music - will be featured at 7 p.m. on May 6 and 7 at the United Methodist Church in Mancos, when the Mancos Valley Chorus presents its annual spring concert. The chorus and soloists in this secular singing group are under the direction of Kriss Larsen, of Durango, and the accompanist is Lee Bartley, of Mancos.

The Center of Southwest Studies presents "Circle of Spirit: Navajo and Tibetan Wisdom for Living" through Oct. 21. 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.

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.

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 May, the museum will offer springtime workshops on fun crafts to blow in the wind, play with outdoors, and to celebrate the arrival of Spring. Workshops do not require pre-registration.259-9234 for details.

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

Durango Nature Studies and For the Birds will present two showings of the film "The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill" at the Abbey Theatre on May 13.

The Dance Center presents "Viva Las Vegas," a student performance on May 13 & 14 at the Smiley Theater.

Early Stages Productions, Durango's theatre for young people, will present "The Miracle Worker," a play about the life of Helen Keller, shows May 13,14, 20 & 21 at the Diamond Circle Theatre.

As part of the 2005 Durango Shootout Soccer Tournament, the DHS Varsity Soccer hosts a fund-raiser May 14 and will serve up Mama's Boy spaghetti, salad, bread & drinks.

Durango Natural Foods will hold their third annual Farmer & Member Appreciation Day Celebration on May 14.

Chick Flick Night returns to the Abbey Theatre with a May 16 screening of "Closer."

Maria's Bookshop will host a May 17 talk and book signing with esteemed local author and poet, Leonard "Red" Bird for his book Folding Paper Cranes.

La Plata Democrats host their Executive Committee Meetingon May 18 and encourage the public to attend.

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.

The local chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW) will present a May 24 meeting with State Rep. Mark Larson.

The Abbey Theatre will present "Penumbra," a multimedia theatre experience on May 31 and June 3 & 4.

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Spring Gallery Walk returns What: The annual Spring Gallery Walk Where: Eight galleries in downtown Durango When: Friday, May 6, 5-9 p.m. Local fine art galleries will again open their doors for the annual Durango Spring Gallery Walk this Friday. Each fall and spring, the Durango Gallery Association provides a chance for art lovers to spend the night strolling in and out of the many receptions that coincide with the event. Gallery-goers will have a lot of ground to cover between 5 & 9 p.m. with eight galleries participating. They include: the Open Shutter Gallery, the Durango Arts Center, Ellis Crane Gallery, Termar Gallery, Lime Berry, Sorrel Sky Gallery and Toh-Atin Gallery. This spring's walk will, as always, include appetizers, beverages and entertainment at each of the galleries. Walkers can obtain a free "passport" at any of the participating venues. Throughout the next week, participants will have the opportunity to complete the walk, validating their passports with stamps from each gallery. Completed passports will be entered in a drawing for gallery items and certificates at local restaurants. The Gallery Walk has earned a strong reputation over the last 19 years and consistently brings people from throughout the region to downtown to view the latest exhibits. Members of the Durango Gallery Association are dedicated to the promotion of original and professional art in Durango. In addition to the Spring Gallery Walk, the association will host a series of "First Friday" events in the summer months and a Fall Gallery Walk in September. For more information call 259-2606.

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Durango celebrates Cinco de Mayo What: The 11th annual Durango Cinco de Mayo celebration Where: Santa Rita Park When: Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For the 11th year, Durango will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a fiesta at Santa Rita Park. The celebration runs Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and will be crammed with events and local entertainers. "The celebration is for the recognition of the Latino culture and youth and historically to commemorate the prideful victory by the Mexican troops against a French army in the May 5, 1862, Battle of Puebla in Puebla, Mexico," said event coordinator DeeDee de Haro-Brown. "Prior to this, there was nothing being done in the community to recognize an ethnic Latino celebration. This is a positive way to celebrate." The family affair will be complete with ongoing music and dancing by local performers including Mariachi de Durango, Ballet Folklorico of Durango and the dance band Los Tiburones. Back by popular demand, a favorite for the local crowd, Ernestine Romero (La Jovencita) also will perform. Other events include ongoing arts and crafts booths, food booths, pi`F1ata breaking, face painting, children's activities and games, a silent auction, and jalape`F1o and watermelon eating contests. The schedule of events follows: 10 a.m. Prayer service led by the Sacred Heart Spanish Choir 11 a.m. Opening song: National Anthem, Durango High School student Angelica Pozo-DesPortes. 11:05 a.m. Mariachi de Durango 11:45 a.m. Ernestine Romero, La Jovencita 12:15 p.m. Ballet Folklorico de Durango 12:45 p.m. Mariachi de Durango 1:15 p.m. Los Tiburones, "Ranchera" style dance band 1:45 p.m. Ballet Folklorico de Durango 2:15 p.m. Student awards, all DLEC programs 2:30 p.m. Los Tiburones 3:00 p.m. Ernestine Romero 3:30 p.m. Los Tiburones 4:25 p.m. Ballet Folklorico de Durango 4:30 p.m. Ernestine Romero For more information on the event contact the Durango Latino Education Coalition at 382-9693 or 769-2609.

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Concert Hall presents 'Durango Dance Party' What: A performance from local dance school, Dance in the Rockies Where: The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College When: May 7, 6:30 p.m. and May 8, 4 p.m. "Durango Dance Party" takes over Durango's top venue this weekend. The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College hosts the event on Saturday, May 7, and at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 8. "Durango Dance Party" is a high-energy dance show performed by some of Durango's most talented young dancers. Presented by Dance in the Rockies, a local dance school, the cast ranges from children as young as 3 years old to adults and features the award-winning Rocky Mountain Rockettes. From lyrical to jazz, hip hop to tap, the show will be a fun time for all. The Concert Hall's new Spotlight Lounge, serving beverages and snacks, opens one hour prior to showtimes. Tickets for reserved seats went on sale April 12 and can be purchased by calling 247-7657 or logging onto www.durangoconcerts.com.

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