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Abbey screens 'The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill'
"Viva el Ritmo!" launches music festival
South Rim Duathlon returns for third year

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A reunion of Telluride refugees now living in Durango takes place at 5:30 p.m. at is the Palace Restaurant, 1 Depot Place. The theme of the get together is "Come as you were."

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

A local Amnesty International group is forming in La Plata County and will hold its first meeting at 6 p.m. in the Columbine Building, 281 Sawyer Dr. 946-1255 for details.

Durango Motorless Transit hosts a group trail run on the First Fork Trail at 6 p.m. Runners should meet at the trailhead off Florida Rd. 10 miles east of Durango. 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., presents King Karaoke with Steve Kahler beginning at 8 p.m. 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 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.

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The "What's up Downtown?" monthly business meeting takes place at 8:30 a.m. at Durango City Hall, 949 E. Second Ave. Updates include: summer parking hours, Taste of Durango, Clean-Up-Downtown Day and more. 375-5065.

Mountain Bike Specialists, 949 Main Ave., hosts Business After Hours from 5-7 p.m. The event includes food, drink and door prizes. 247-0312 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 for details.

The Dance Center presents the student performance of "Viva Las Vegas" at 7 p.m. at the Smiley Theater, 1309 E. Third Ave. 259-2579 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.

Studio 3, featuring Mario Dobbs, plays rock and blues at Scoot 'n Blues, 900 Main Ave., with shows at 5:30 & 8 p.m. 259-1400 for details.

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

The Summit, 600 Main Ave., hosts an evening of punk with local bands Jack Ian Hoffa and Amazing Larry and Denver bands the Dropskots and Gina Go Fast. The evening gets under way at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

Wild Country plays wild country at the Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave. 375-2568 for details.

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A Bill Manning Day celebration takes place starting at 8 a.m. at Steaming Bean Coffee, 915 Main Ave., in honor of the Trails 2000 guru's 50th birthday.

Durango Nature Studies hosts an Outdoor Nature Writing Workshop with author Ken Wright from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Durango Nature Center. 382-9244 to register.

Durango Natural Foods, 575 E. 8th Ave., holds its third annual Farmer & Member Appreciation Day Celebration from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The event celebrates the contribution of local farmers to our community's sustainability and includes kid's games, musical entertainment, DNF's Organic Grille, a baby goat petting zoo and giveaways. 247-8129 for details.

The Durango High School Boys Varsity Soccer Program holds its annual pasta dinner fund-raiser from 5-9 p.m. at Durango High School. The event includes Mama's Boy spaghetti, salad, bread & drinks. All proceeds go directly to the DHS Boys Soccer program.

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

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

The Dance Center presents the student performance of "Viva Las Vegas" at 7 p.m. at the Smiley Theater, 1309 E. Third Ave. 259-2579 for details.

The Dances of Universal Peace return to the Mason Center, 301 E. 12th St., at 7 p.m. with an evening of "deeper dancing" (fewer mantras and longer time with each).

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 Alex Maryol Band returns to Scoot 'n Blues, 900 Main Ave., to play an ABATE fundraiser 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.

Phix, the cover band "celebrating the music of Phish," returns to the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324.

Wild Country plays a second show at the Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave. 375-2568 for details.

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The Four Corners Rose Society meets at 1 p.m. at the home at 845 Eagle Pass in Edgemont Ranch. After a potluck, there will be a presentation on problem rose pests and diseases and a report on the recent American Rose Society Rose Show. All rose lovers are invited. 259-3244 for details.

The Odd Sunday Sessions, open mic hosted by Perfesser Bonehead, take place from 3-7 p.m. at the Lonewolf Bar & Grill in Arboles. 883-5362 for details.

Terry Rickard plays 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.

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

DJ Fat P spins 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.

The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, screens "Closer" at 5:30 p.m. for Chick Flick Night, an event that benefits the Women's Resource Center and includes free pizza and drink specials. 247-1242 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. 4 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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United Blood Services holds a special blood drive at Bank of the San Juans, 144 E. 8th St., from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 385-4601.

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.

Maria's Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts a 6 p.m. talk and book signing with local author and poet, Leonard "Red" Bird. His book Folding Paper Cranes details his experience as a radiation-induced cancer survivor of 1950s U.S. nuclear testing programs. 247-1438 for details.

Miller Middle School offers a presentation on cyberspace safety and keeping children safe from internet predators at 6 p.m. in the Miller Library. 247-1418 for details.

The Durango High School Orchestra and choirs perform at 7 p.m. at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. 247-7657 for details.

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.

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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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.

Dr. Jim Youssef, fellowship-trained spine surgeon at Durango Orthopedics/Spine Colorado, gives a free presentation on "Osteoporosis and Vertebral Compression Fractures" at 6:30 p.m. at the Durango Recreation Center's Eolus Room. 247-5362 for details.

The La Plata County Democrats host an executive committee meeting at 7 p.m. in the Anasazi Room, La Plata Courthouse. The public is welcome to attend.

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

Scoot 'n Blues, 900 Main Ave., presents King Karaoke with Steve Kahler beginning 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 and a guest plays a varietal blend of beats at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

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Early Stages Productions, Durango's theatre for young people, presents William Gibson's "The Miracle Worker" on May 13-14 and 20-21 at 7:30 p.m. and on May 15 on 2:30 p.m. at the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave. The play is about the life of Helen Keller and her teacher, Annie Sullivan. For more information, call 375-7135 or log onto www.earlystagesproductions.com.

Durango Repertory Theater presents "Art," a play by Yasmina Reza on 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" continues showing on May 12-14. The play starts at 7 p.m. in the DHS Auditorium. 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. 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. 247-9018 for details.

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 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.

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. 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. 259-9234 for details.

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The Keegan Sutherland Poker Run takes place May 21 and ends with a party, live music and auction at the Bondad Bar.

Taste of Durango returns to Main Ave. on May 22 with proceeds benefiting Manna Soup Kitchen.

The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic returns to Durango on May 28-30 with the road race May 28, a downtown criterium May 29 and a cross-country mountain bike race May 30.

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

The Children's Museum of Durango offers two Spanish Summer Camps for children 3-6 and 7-9 for two sessions this summer. Camp Uno will be June 20-30 and Camp Dos will be July 11-21. 259-9234 for details.

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Abbey screens 'The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill' What: An acclaimed film benefiting Durango Nature Studies Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College When: Through May 27 with benefit screenings May 13 at 6:30 & 8 p.m. Durango Nature Studies and For the Birds are teaming up to present two benefit showings of the critically acclaimed documentary "The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill." The film tells the true story of Mark Bittner, a homeless street musician in San Francisco, and his amazing relationship with a flock of wild green-and-red parrots. As Bittner searches for meaning in his life, he is unaware that the wild parrots provide all that he needs. "The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill" details urban wilderness from both Bohemian and avian perspectives and links the parrots' antics with human behavior. A surprise ending completes Bittner's search for importance in his life and demonstrates the correlation of the themes presented. The Seattle Post-Intelligencer called the film "a special, strangely soothing movie experience that wonderfully celebrates the intricate diversity of life on Earth and the profound emotional bond that can exist between man and beast." Proceeds from the opening night of this film, Fri., May 13, will benefit Durango Nature Studies. There will be benefit screenings at 6 & 8:30 p.m., and each will be preceded by presentations by Durango Nature Studies naturalists. The Abbey Theatre will continue to show "The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill" through May 27. The film shows most nights at 5, 7 and 9 p.m. For more information, call 385-1711.

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"Viva el Ritmo!" launches music festival What: The 12th annual Animas Music Festival Where: The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College When: Friday, May 13, at 7 p.m. The 12th annual Animas Music Festival kicks off Friday with "Viva el Ritmo!," the first installment in the multi-concert series that continues through May and June at various locations. "Viva el Ritmo!" takes place at 7 p.m. at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. The program includes a performance of Argentine composer Ariel Ramirez's "Missa Criolla" for choir, soloists and the Animas Chamber Players. This extraordinary setting of traditional Mass text in Spanish was made famous by renowned tenor soloist Jose Carreras. The music features traditional Andean folk instruments, colorful choral harmonies and wild rhythms. In addition, the Durango Women's Choir and the Animas Music Festival Orchestra will perform arrangements from around the world. The festival continues May 28 in Roshong Recital Hall when Cyprian Consiglio and John Pennington headline "Musical Meditations." In addition to Consiglio and Pennington, this new collaboration features Japanese shakuhachi flutist Robert A. Jonas and pianist Rick Modlin. The Animas Music Festival comes downtown on May 30 with a free performance by Jeff Solon Swing'n Big Band and the Animas Brass Quintet at Rotary Park. And the festival concludes on June 3 at Roshong Recital Hall when Native American flute meets classical in "Flutes of the Americas." Tickets for all performances are available at the Community Concert Hall Box Office, by calling 247-7657 or online at www.durangoconcerts.com.

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South Rim Duathlon returns for third year What: The popular trail run/mountain bike race Where: Beginning at the Sale Barn Trailhead When: Saturday, May 14, with the start at 10 a.m. Racing returns to the Telegraph trail system this weekend. The third annual South Rim Duathlon kicks-off at 10 a.m. on Saturday from the Sale Barn trailhead. The popular trail run and mountain bike race offers three different course lengths with prizes for individuals and teams. The long course consists of a 6-mile run and a 15-mile bike ride, while the short course consists of a 3-mile run and a 6-mile bike ride. Children 12 and younger race for free on the kids course, consisting of an 800-meter run and a 1-mile bike ride. Second Avenue Sports, the event sponsor, will provide every participant with a "dri-fit" t-shirt and food, following the event. Parks and Recreation will also give each athlete a schwag bag, containing donations from local businesses. Racers may register in the following divisions: male solo, female solo, male team, female team, or mixed team. The pre-registration deadline is Friday, May 13, at 5 p.m. Racers may register at the Durango Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave., or online at www.active.com. Race day registration is available preceding the race from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. at the Sale Barn Trailhead, located off U.S. Hwy 160 E. near Dietz Market. Packet pickup takes place at the same time.

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