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Marathon back for fourth year

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Durango Motorless Transit hosts a group trail run on the Hogsback Trails at 6 p.m. Runners should meet at the trailhead on Leyden St. 385-2664 for details.

The FLC Life-Long Learning Lecture Series continues as San Juan Symphony Music Director Arthur Post discusses “Classical, Not Jurassical: Thoughts on the Classical Style, Apropos Mozart’s 250^th Birthday” at 7 p.m. in Roshong Recital Hall. 247-7401 for details.

Singer-songwriter Ian Tyson plays the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave., at 7 p.m. for the Durango Cowboy Gathering. Canadian poet Doris Daley opens the show. www.durangocowboygathering.org .

The Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave., offers a Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament at 7 p.m. 375-2568.

The 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., present 3-Ball Pool Tournament at 7 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

The Brant Leeper Duo plays jazz at Scoot ‘n Blues, 900 Main Ave., at 8 p.m. Tom Maynard performs downstairs at the Sidecar Jazz Lounge at 7 p.m. 259-1400.

Duane Smith presents the talk, “Women to the Rescue: Creating Mesa Verde National Park,” at 7:30 p.m.  at the Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave. The slide presentation centers around a dedicated group of women who led the charge to preserve Mesa Verde. 259-2402 for details.

Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College, presents 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 Mateo spins music for ’80s NIght at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430.

The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, presents an evening of big city hip hop with rappers Fatlip, formerly of Pharcyde, and Omni. The show will be equal parts street and lyrical, b-boy and conscious and gets under way at 10 p.m. 385-1711.  

Get Caught in the Undertow, a gathering of DJs, emcees and turntablists, perform at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., for Pint Night at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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The rock band Cosmic Accident performs at Scoot ‘n Blues, 900 Main Ave., with appearances at 5:30 & 8:30 p.m. The J.S. Trio plays the Sidecar Jazz Lounge from 8-11:30 p.m. 259-1400.

The Fort Lewis College Homecoming Parade takes place at 6 p.m. along Main Ave. beginning at College Drive and continue north to 12^th St. The event will be followed bonfire and luau dance, featuring live music by Contruda and Old Silver Band, at 7 p.m. at the FLC Softball Complex.

The Durango Recreation Center offers Parents’ Night Out from 6-9 p.m. for children ages 3-10. 375-7306 to register.

The Durango Cowboy Gathering returns to the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave., with cowboy poetry and music at 6:30 & 8:30 p.m. Featured performers include, Barry Ward, Yampa Valley Boys, Terry Henderson and more. www.durangocowboygathering.org for details.

Singer-songwriter Ian Tyson plays the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., at 7 p.m. for the Durango Cowboy Gathering. Canadian poet Doris Daley opens the show. www.durangocowboygathering.org for details.

The 8^th Ave Trio plays bluegrass and more at the 8^th Ave.

Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., at 7 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

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

Jody Nix and the Texas Cowboys perform at the Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave., at 9 p.m. for the Durango Cowboy Gathering. 375-2568 for details.

Motion for Alliance brings its live electronica back to the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 10 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The Durango Cowboy Gathering presents free cowboy poetry, music and storytelling from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. in the Strater Hotel and Diamond Circle Theater, 699 Main Ave. www.durangocowboygathering.org for details.

The Oakhaven Permaculture Center and FLC Environmental Center co-host “Extending Your Growing Season,” from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Oakhaven. Participants will learn how to use cold frames, tunnels and greenhouses. 259-5445.

“Colorado’s Largest Motorless Parade” proceeds down Main Ave. in honor of the Durango Cowboy Gathering at 10 a.m. www.durangocowboygathering.org for details.

A Fort Lewis College homecoming tailgate party, lunch and club surf carnival takes place at 11 a.m. at the northwest entrance to Ray Dennison Memorial Field. Music will be provided by Aiko Aiko Sound. 247-7508 for details.

Durango Community Access Television and KDUR Community Radio present “The Indy Media 500” from 2-8 p.m. at the mini golf course and go-cart track at Durango Park/Serious Texas BBQ South. Three-person teams will compete and proceeds support DCAT and KDUR. 247-7634.

A reception for John Fawcett, this year’s Durango Cowboy Gathering artist, takes place from 5-7 p.m. at the Toh-Atin Gallery. www.durangocowboygathering.org for details.

The Durango Cowboy Gathering returns to the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave., with cowboy poetry and music at 6:30 & 8:30 p.m. Featured performers include, Barry Ward, Yampa Valley Boys, Terry Henderson and more. www.durangocowboygathering.org for details.

The first Contra Dance of the fall season takes place at the VFW Hall, 1515 Main Ave., beginning with  beginner instruction at 7 p.m. The Taos Contra Band will provide live music and Paul Bendt will call the dance. 259-6820 for details.

The Dances of Universal Peace return to the Mason Center, 301 E. 12^th St., at 7 p.m.

The 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., hosts a “Karaoke4  

Party” from 8 p.m. until close. 259-8801 for details.

Cosmic Accident plays a second show at Scoot ‘n Blues, 900 Main Ave., at 8:30 p.m. The Thom Rader Quartet plays the Sidecar Jazz Lounge from 8-11:30 p.m. 259-1400 for details.

DJ Mowgli spins music for Mountaintop Hip Hop at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

Jody Nix and the Texas Cowboys play a second show at the Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave., at 9 p.m. for the Durango Cowboy Gathering. 375-2568 for details.

Motion for Alliance plays a second show at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 10 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

DJs Shawn Patrick and Niko spin for Ladies Night at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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The Durango Cowboy Gathering continues with “A Cowboy & His Creator” at 8:30 p.m. at the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave. www.durangocowboygathering.org.

The FLC Business Club hosts its annual mud football tournament at 11 a.m. behind the Mears Apartments. 247-7277.

The Durango Cowboy Gathering draws to a close with a noon “Cowboy Action Shoot” at the Gun Club Range south of Bodo Park. www.durangocowboygathering.org for details.

A benefit lunch to help bring the award-winning local film “El Inmigrante,” to Mexico takes place at 1 p.m. at Cocina Linda, located in the Albertson’s parking lot. The event will include live music and a photo exhibit and school supplies will be collected for orphanages in Mexico. 259-6729 for details.

Terry Rickard plays at El Patio, 600 Main Ave., at 4 p.m.

Singer-songwriters Nina Sasaki and Lisa Blue play the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., from 6-10 p.m. 259-0430.

Triple Trouble, featuring Warren Jacobs and Larry Carver, plays Scoot ‘n Blues, 900 Main Ave., at 6 p.m. Lacey Black plays jazz piano downstairs in the Sidecar Jazz Lounge at 6 p.m. 259-1400.

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

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

The 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., hosts a “Karaoke Party” from 8 p.m. until close. 259-8801 for details.

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The children’s café, P is for Peanut, 473 E College, offers a knitting class at 10 a.m. Pre-registration required at Yarn, 1051 E. Second Ave. 385 -4525 for details.

Zikr with Elijah and Sky takes place at 7:30 p.m. at the Mason Center, 301 E. 12^th St. Zikr is a Sufi pursuit combining music, movement and the repetition of sacred phrases.

The Chills play the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., beginning at 8:30 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

Pongas, 121 E. Eighth St., hosts a 9-ball pool tournament at 7 p.m. 382-8554 for details.

Singer-songwriter Tim Guidotti plays a free acoustic show at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., at 7 p.m. 375-7260 for details.

The 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., presents an arm wrestling tournament at 7 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

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The League of Women Voters hosts an education session on Referenda C & D from noon-1 p.m. in the FLC Memorial Student Lounge. The event is a brown-bag luncheon and punch and cookies will be provided. 247-7510 for details.

El Centro de Muchos Colores offers free salsa dance lessons from 5-6 p.m. in 420 Berndt Hall at Fort Lewis College. 247-7290 for details.

The Business Women’s Network meets at Advanced Eyecare, located south of Wal-Mart, from 5:30-7 p.m. The meeting is an opportunity to connect with other women in the community in a casual atmosphere. 247-1242.

The La Plata Democrats Environment Committee meets from 6-7 p.m. in room 211 of the Durango Office Suites, 1065 Main Ave. The public is encouraged to attend. 375-0911.

In recognition of the 18^th annual National Coming Out Day, the Office of Student Affairs will screen “The Times of Harvey Milk” at 130 Chemistry Hall. The evening of film and follow-up discussion begins at 6:30 p.m. National Coming Out Day, Durango’s first coming out day celebration, continues with Disco Night at 7 p.m. at Solids 117 College. 375-6289 for details.

Dick White, professor emeritus at Smith College, examines “Global Warming: How Much Is Too Much?” at 7 p.m. in FLC’s 125 Noble Hall. Admission is free. White is a local resident and a member of the Green House Network’s national speaker’s bureau. 247-7676 for details.

Diorio’s celebrates its 8-year anniversary with screenings of the Poor Boyz Productions ski film, “War,” at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College. Showtimes are 7 & 9 p.m. and all proceeds benefit the Adaptive Sports Association. 385-1711.

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., at 7 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 The Legends of

Karaoke with Steve Taylor beginning at 8 p.m. Lacey Black4 plays the Sidecar Jazz Lounge at 7 p.m.  259-1400 for details.

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The Green Business Roundtable returns to the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave., at noon. This month’s topic is “Sustainability: How It Applies to La Plata County and the Four Corners” and will showcase practical examples of building community by keeping money in the economy. 375-3099.

Junior Wheel Club meets at 4 p.m. in front of the Durango Recreation Center. Mountain bike riders ages 10-18 are welcome to ride with Chad Cheney, Sarah Tescher and other locals. 247-8355 for details.

The WRC Women’s Reading Circle meets at 5: 30 p.m. at the Rochester Hotel, 726 E. Second Ave. Anyone interested in discussing Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist or Sue Monk Kidd’s The Secret Life of Bees. 247-1242 for details.

A rally for supporters of Referenda C & D, which will appear on the Nov. 1 ballot, takes place at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., at 5:30 p.m. 375-0753 for details.

The Women’s Health Coalition of Southwest Colorado hosts the 11th annual “Pink Ribbon Affair” at 6 p.m. at the Fort Lewis College Ballroom. Polly Letofsky, whose global walk for breast cancer raised over $200,000, will be the featured speaker. There will also be a survivor fashion show and a quilt and wall hanging auction. 247-0278 for details.

Turtle Lake Refuge offers a Sustainable Practice Class from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Rocky Mountain Retreat, 848 E. Third Ave. The class runs for the next four Wednesday evenings. 247-8395.

Singer-songwriter Terry Rickard performs a free acoustic show at the Office, 699 Main Ave., at 7 p.m. 375-7260.

Lisa, Nina and Friends play College Night at the 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., at 7 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

The Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., presents ’70s Retro Night with DJs Tim & Johnny at 9 p.m. 259-0430 for details

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

M-Theory, one of Durango’s newest bands, plays the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9: 30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The Durango Cowboy Gathering returns to Durango from Oct. 6-8. The gathering features evening performances and daytime theme sessions showcasing entertainers from throughout the country. A wide selection of poets and musicians – both established and newly discovered – will grace stages throughout the weekend. For specific events, see the above calendar listings or log onto www.durangocowboygathering.com.  In conjunction with the gathering, the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo visits the La Plata County Fairgrounds from Oct. 7-9. The event includes a line-up of industry-leading speakers and clinicians, shopping and special events. Visit www.rockymountainhorseexpo.com for details.

The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, screens “A Tout de Suite,” the highly anticipated, stylish, erotically charged thriller from acclaimed French director Benoit Jacquot, beginning on Oct. 7. Based on actual events, it tells the story of free-spirited Lili, a Parisian art student who falls for a charismatic bank robber and joins him on the run, a dizzying cross-continent escape through Spain, Morocco and Greece until a sudden betrayal leaves her stranded in the middle of nowhere. Visually stunning, the film is a mesmerizing account of one woman’s breathtaking journey of self-discovery. It shows most nights at 4:45, 7 & 9:10 p.m. 385-1711.

The 11^th annual Dudley Old Growth Forest Gathering takes place Oct. 8 & 9 between Durango and Pagosa Springs. Dudley is the name of a 1992 timber sale proposed for an area of the Piedra River drainage, containing some of the finest old growth forest remaining on the San Juan National Forest. The event will include campfires, music, updates on the sale and other forest protection campaigns and an Old Growth Hike. 247-7676.

The fifth annual David Hunt Ceramics Invitational exhibition and sale takes place through Oct. 26 in the Fort Lewis Art Gallery. Fifteen Fort Lewis alumni and local artists will participate, including Luann Andrew, Leon Arledge, Boots Brown, Milton Beens, Trevor Dunn, Adam Field, Chyako Hashimoto, Peter Karner, Louden Kiracofe, Cindy McNealy, Lorna Meaden, Scott and Kay Roberts, Jennifer Neff and Lisa Pedolsky. An artists’ reception will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 7. 247-7167 for details.

The Open Shutter Gallery, 755 E. Second Ave., presents “On this Earth,” an exhibit of portraits of East African wild animals by photographer Nick Brandt, through Nov. 30. The show portrays the animals with an intimacy and elegance in their natural state of being without the use of a telephoto lens. Brandt has had solo exhibitions in many major cities around the world, and his work is sold in limited editions of 35. 382-8355 for details.

The REACH (Resource, Enrichment, & Academic Choices) Program for independent learners in Bayfield offers enrichment classes to any K-12 students in the area. For the month of October, REACH classes include: Drumming & Rhythm, Group Guitar and Pottery Creations. 884-3259 for details.

The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., hosts its annual members’ exhibit through Oct. 1. This year’s non-juried exhibit features work by DAC members including visual art and written work in the form of poetry or short stories. The art library hosts an exhibit of artists’ books from the Santa Fe Book Arts Group (BAG). 259-2606 for details.

The Children’s Museum, 802 E. Second Ave., hosts the exhibit, “Now You’re in Their World.” In the exhibit, children of all ages will have an opportunity to use their sensory, thinking, physical and imaginative skills to interact with the creatures of long ago. There will be many hands-on activities, fine motor and gross motor fun, “Dinosaur Ridge” and extinction dioramas. The museum also will feature dinosaur materials from other regional museums. 259-9234 for details.

Karyn Gabaldon Fine Arts, 680 Main Ave. “on the corner,” presents “Ideas and Images,” watercolors from Durango artist Susan Tait through the end of October. 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.

Durango BMX, located off Camino del Rio just south of Handlebar Cycles, hosts gate practices every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to dusk; races every Sunday with sign-ups from 1-2 p.m.; and Todd Burdick BMX clinics on Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. All events are weather permitting. Durango BMX will also celebrate an “End of the Season” party, including food and an awards ceremony, on Oct. 2. www.durangobmx.com for details.

Molly Kaufmann plays ragtime piano at the Diamond Belle, 699 Main Ave., every night except Sunday at 5 p.m. 375-7150.

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Durango Nature Studies presents “Deep Blue,” an innovative film exploring the ocean, on Oct. 13 at the Abbey Theatre.

World class climber Dave Hahn will give an Oct. 14 presentation at the DoubleTree Hotel on his 1999 expedition to Everest to find answers about fabled climber George Mallory’s disappearance.

The 3rd Ave. Dance Company will present its annual fall performance, “Love Letters,” at the Smiley Theatre on Oct. 14-15 & 21-22.

Friends of Canyons of the Ancients National Monument is having their first on-the-ground volunteer event on Oct. 16. www.friendsofthecanyons.org for details.

The FLC Community Concert Hall presents “Spotlight to Stardom” on Oct. 15. Nineteen local acts will compete for cash prizes and potential national recognition.

Roger Clark, of the Grand Canyon Trust, will present “Clean Energy for the Colorado Plateau” on Oct. 17 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds.

Red Cliff School, an independent middle school, will hold Oct. 19 an informational meeting for prospective students and parents.

The film “Unlocking the Mystery of Life” and a panel discussion will take place on Oct. 19 at the Durango Recreation Center.

“Four Corners Sound Relief - Rebuilding the Gulf,” a series of relief concerts, are scheduled for Oct. 20, 22 & 29 and will feature acts like The Badly Bent, John Garza, Kirk James, Formula 151, Woodwork, D.O.R.K. and Tim Sullivan. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

The new Matchstick Productions ski movie, “The Hit List,” will screen at the Abbey Theatre on Oct. 21.

Legendary fiddler Mark O’Connor returns to the Community Concert Hall with his Hot Swing Tribute on Oct. 21.

Drag the River returns to Durango with an Oct. 22 show at the Summit.

The National Organization for Women (NOW) hosts an “educated voter” meeting on Oct. 25.

Durango Songwriter’s Expo celebrates decade

What:A three-day gathering of singers, songwriters and members of the music industry 

Where: Tamarron

When: Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 6-8

Songwriters from around the country will showcase their work and present concerts this weekend for the 10^th annual Durango Songwriter’s Expo. Founded in 1996, the three-day gathering consists of music business seminars and workshops, song listening/critique sessions, live songwriter showcases and a live hit-writer concert to close the event. It is also a chance for up-and-coming artists to learn tricks of the trade from professional artists and for the Durango public to take in some exceptional talent.

Talent hunters from Interscope Records, Warner Brothers and EMI Music Publishing, among others, will be on the look-out, and past talent has included the likes of Rickie Lee Jones, Shawn Mullins and Rodney Crowell. This weekend, the talent includes Michelle Schocked, Lori McKenns and Al Anderson of NRBQ fame. Many other noted songwriters will also be on hand.

The Expo will come to a close Saturday night with a concert show featuring Al Anderson, Leslie Satcher, Kim Williams, Marcus Hummon, Lori McKenna and other surprise guests, with the songwriters trading off after each song.

According to event founders Jim Attebery and Bruce Mandel, and a combination of dedicated volunteers, top music industry professionals and loyal local and national songwriters, the Durango Songwriter’s Expo has become “the premier songwriting event in America.”

For details, log onto www.durangosong.com.

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New Monsoon plays the Summit What: A show from the San Francisco world-rock band Where: The Summit, 600 Main Ave. When: Thursday, Oct. 6 at 9:30 p.m. Marrying world beats with improvisational rock, San Francisco-based New Monsoon is currently picking up followers on a nationwide tour. After a several-month hiatus, the band returns to Durango this Thursday with a 9:30 p.m. show at the Summit. New Monsoon was conceived when Penn State friends Bo Carper and Jeff Miller reconnected in California. The two mixed a rootsy acoustic finger style with inspired melodies, added a massive percussion section including drums and tabla and mixed in bass and keyboards. The combination works and is picking up converts across the nation. At a given show, listeners will be exposed to Latin, Brazilian and Indian percussion, didgeridoo, electric and acoustic guitars, banjo, mandolin, bass and keyboards. A New Monsoon concert is about pushing the positive, and connecting with the audience and music, bringing live music fans back for more and more. The past year was a monumental one for New Monsoon. They began the year being awarded Jambase.com’s Emerging Artist of the Year award and went on to perform at major music festivals and venues including Bonnaroo, Oregon Country Fair, the Austin City Limits Festival, Magnolia Festival, Red Rocks Amphitheater, The Fillmore and the Telluride Bluegrass Festival. Locals have an opportunity to see this big sound in a small venue this Thursday. For more information, call the Summit at 247-2324.

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Songwriter’s Expo turns 10 What: A three-day gathering of singers, songwriters and members of the music industry  Where: Tamarron When: Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 6-8 Songwriters from around the country will showcase their work and present concerts this weekend for the 10th annual Durango Songwriter’s Expo. Founded in 1996, the three-day gathering consists of music business seminars and workshops, song listening/critique sessions, live songwriter showcases and a live hit-writer concert to close the event. It is also a chance for up-and-coming artists to learn tricks of the trade from professional artists and for the Durango public to take in some exceptional talent. Talent hunters from Interscope Records, Warner Brothers and EMI Music Publishing, among others, will be on the look-out, and past talent has included the likes of Rickie Lee Jones, Shawn Mullins and Rodney Crowell. This weekend, the talent includes Michelle Shocked, Lori McKenns and Al Anderson of NRBQ fame. Many other noted songwriters will also be on hand. The Expo will come to a close Saturday night with a concert show featuring Al Anderson, Leslie Satcher, Kim Williams, Marcus Hummon, Lori McKenna and other surprise guests, with the songwriters trading off after each song.  According to event founders Jim Attebery and Bruce Mandel, and a combination of dedicated volunteers, top music industry professionals and loyal local and national songwriters, the Durango Songwriter’s Expo has become“the premier songwriting event in America.” For details, log onto www.durangosong.com.

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Marathon back for fourth year What: The fourth annual festival for runners Where: Throughout the Durango area When: Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 8-9 As it enters its fourth year, the Durango Marathon has grown into a full-blown festival including the marathon, a half-marathon, a pair of epic trail running races, a 5K and 10K, and a Main Avenue blowout. It also has earned a new name and is now called the “Durango Double: A Festival for Runners.” On Saturday, Oct. 8, the weekend-long event gets going with the Telegraph Trail 25K & 50K. The lengthy races will loop through Horse Gulch, following the ups and downs of the Telegraph Trail System. That evening, marathoners and half-marathoners have an opportunity to carbo-load during the Durango Double Pasta Dinner at 6 p.m. at the Durango Recreation Center. On Sunday, Oct. 9, the marathon, half-marathon and 10K begin at Fort Lewis College at 8 a.m. The marathon’s course will lead runners through the Animas Valley before a finish downtown. From 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Harvest Block Party will be held and include food, beverages and activity/game & information booths along Main Avenue with a harvest festival atmosphere. The marathon winner is expected to finish on Main Ave. at approximately 10:30 a.m. For further information, log onto www.durangomarathon.com.

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