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Dave Spencer Ski Classic rides again
DAM presents the Infamous Stringdusters
‘Klunkerz’ rolls into Durango

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Charlie Appelstein, a nationally prominent youth care specialist and author, presents a 4 p.m. seminar on understanding and responding to challenging childhood behavior at Miller Middle School. 247-5411, ext. 1427 for details.

The Family Birth Center at Mercy Regional Medical Center hosts the class, Postpartum for New Moms, from 6-8 p.m. 764-3100 for details.

   Lacey Black performs solo piano at the Mahogany

Grille, 699 Main Ave., at 6 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

The Fort Lewis College Life-Long Learning Lecture Series continues with “Volcanoes: Exploding Myths and Fluid Truths” at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall.

The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College hosts a 7:30 p.m. concert from the Fort Lewis College Jazz Ensemble. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

The Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., hosts its weekly Service Industry Night from 8-11 p.m. 259-0430 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.

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The Durango Chamber of Commerce hosts a City Council Candidate’s Forum from 7:30-9 a.m. in the Eolus and Sunlight Rooms at the Durango Recreation Center. Phil Bryson will be the moderator. 247-0312 for details.

The San Juan Mountains Association hosts free Winter Discovery Walks for children ages 5-13. Programs take place Friday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon through the end of March or by special appointment. Snowshoes will be provided. 739-3626 for details.

Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts an After-School Seuss-a-thon! from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in celebration of The Cat in the Hat turning 50 years old. The event includes silly stories, cake and local celebrities reading their favorite Seuss books. 247-1438 for details.

The Southwest Colorado Peace and Justice Coalition holds a peace vigil from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the corner of Main Ave. and 11th St. Signs will be available or bring your own. 259-4185 for details.

The American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., kicks off a Wilderness First Aid class from 6.-10 p.m. The class continues all day on Saturday and Sunday. 259-5383 to pre-register.

Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., hosts Blu Friday with a keg giveaway beginning at 6 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

Durango Nature Studies hosts “Hiking the Red Fox Moon” from 6-8 p.m. at the Durango Nature Center. On the hike, a DNS naturalist will discuss nocturnal animals, local geology, and March moon facts and legends. 382-9244, ext. 3 to register.

Gary B. Walker plays jazz piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

The Durango International Folkdancers meet in the Smiley Building’s Wild Sage Yoga Studio, 1301 E. Third Ave., at 6:30 p.m. Line, circle and couple dances from many countries will be taught to all comers. 247-5720 for details.

The Dances of Universal Peace present an all Zikr evening with Kathryn Majida Sky at 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 910 E. Third Ave.

V-Day Mancos presents a 7 p.m. benefit production of “The Vagina Monologues” at Mancos Town council Chambers, 117 N. Main. Proceeds will be donated to Renew.

Sandia Hots, a band from Albuquerque, performs a 7:30 p.m. house concert at the Rocky Mountain Retreat, 848 E. Third Ave. 259-6820 for details.

The Formula 151 Power Trio, featuring Dave Mensch, Mike Kornelson and Steve Dejka, plays an 8 p.m. show at Scoot ‘n Blues, 900 Main Ave. 259-1400 for details.

The Jeff Strahan Band brings its red dirt music to the 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

The Columbine Bar in Mancos hosts King Karaoke with Steve Kahler at 8 p.m. 533-7397 for details. 4

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

Solar Bear plays new-age rock at the Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village starting at 9 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

DJs Robi (Lobbie Lob) and PoshJosh! spin house and dance music at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., for Ladies Night at 9 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The monthly Contra Dance returns to the VFW Hall, 1550 Main Ave., with music from the Sandia Hots, beginner instruction at 7 p.m. and dancing from 7:30-10:30 p.m. The Sandia Hots will also play a waltz workshop from 3-5 p.m. at the hall. 259-6820 for details.

Jeff Sweet plays jazz piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

The Durango Betties female hockey team hosts a 7 p.m. game against the Logan Freeze. The game will open with a puck toss for prizes.

VDay Mancos presents a 7 p.m. benefit production of “The Vagina Monologues” at Mancos Town Council Chambers, 117 N. Main. Proceeds from this community event will be donated to Renew.

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

The Freeman Social, Gina Go Faster and In a Day bring punk rock back to the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

Freeplay, featuring Pete Giuliani, brings its rock to The Pride of the West, located on Greene St. in Silverton, at 9 p.m.  

Liquid Cheese brings its funky ska back to Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., for Ladies Night at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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Foundations, 801 Main Ave., hosts a special shopping event from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. to benefit the Women’s Resource Center. WRC receives 25% of sale. 247-1242 for details.

The Durango Betties female hockey team hosts an

11:30 a.m. game against the Logan Freeze. The game will open with a puck toss for prizes.

The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College hosts the Seem to Be Players performance of “The Ant & The Grasshopper” at 2 p.m. The adaptation of the Aesop’s Fable is for the young and young at heart. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

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The Family Birth Center at Mercy Regional Medical Center hosts an infant massage class beginning at 6 p.m. The class continues for four weeks on Mondays. 764-3100 for details.

Lacey Black performs solo piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., at 6 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

An open-level Latin/Salsa Dance Party takes place at 8:30 p.m. at the Durango Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave. No partner necessary. 903-9402 for details.

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P is for Peanut, 473 E. College, offers free kids’ storytime at 11 a.m. 385-4525 for details.

Durango FiberWorks, 1309 E. Third Ave. in the Smiley Building, hosts Community Night from 5-8 p.m. Local and aspiring fiber artists are encouraged to attend. www.durangofiberworks.com for details.

Healthy Fusion, 2053 Main Ave., hosts the Women’s Resource Center’s Business Women’s Network, an informal networking event, from 5:30-7 p.m. 247-1242 for details.

The Eco Home Center, 3101 Main Ave., offers a 6 p.m. hors d’oeuvres reception for builders, contractors and architects to give an overview of green-building offerings currently available. Manufacturers reps will also be on hand. 259-8326 for details.

The American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., offers a Standard First Aid class from 6.-10 p.m. The class includes a three-year certification. 259-5383 to pre-register.

The Family Birth Center at Mercy Regional Medical Center hosts a Childbirth Education class beginning at 6 p.m. The class continues on Tuesdays for six weeks. 764-3100 for details.

Lacey Black performs solo piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., at 6 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College hosts a sold-out evening with the David Grisman Quintet at 7 p.m.

The Summit, 600 Main Ave., presents open mic night from 7 p.m.-midnight. 247-2324 for details. 4

Tammi Corchero gives a 7 p.m. presentation entitled “Seeing the Skies Through Ancient Eyes: The

Archaeoastronomy of the Ancestral Puebloans” at the Cortez Cultural Center.

The Columbine Bar in Mancos hosts its Tuesday Night Jam at 8 p.m. 533-7397 for details.

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The Fort Lewis College Foreign Policy Association and League of Women Voters host “Great Discussions” from 5:15-7:15 p.m. in the college’s Reed Library.

Serving Life Chiropractic Studio, 1075 Main Ave. Suite 225, hosts Wellness Wednesday, a free health/wellness talk, from 6-7 p.m. 970-422-2032 to reserve a seat.

Lacey Black performs solo piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., at 6 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

An open-level Swing Dance Party takes place at 8:30 p.m. at the Durango Recreation Center. No partner necessary. 903-9402 for details.

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The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., hosts the traveling exhibit, “Intersections: Artifice & Matter,” through March 27. The show explores the intersections between physical or bodily experience and psychological or social experience. In the Local Expressions Gallery, DAC displays “Body Expressed,” featuring the work of Barbara Tobin Klema, Maryellen Morrow and Judy Brey. The DAC Art Library hosts “Maintaining Indecision,” featuring the work of Karina Hean, visiting Fort Lewis instructor. Receptions for all three shows take place March 2 from 5-7 p.m. 259-2606 for details.

KSUT’s annual winter membership drive is in full swing through Sat., March 3. The fund-raising event features community guests, special programming and premiums, and a grand prize drawing for a trip for two to the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Call in your pledge at 563-0255 or 1-800-569-5788.

The Durango Lively Arts Co.presents “Nunsense,” a musical comedy, on March 1-3 and March 8-10 at 7:30 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. There will also be a 1:30 p.m. matinee on March 3 & 10. 382-8584 for details.

The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College displays “Masterpieces of Colorado Landscape,” an exhibition of the works of more than 40 prominent Colorado artists. The Durango show continues through April 22 and kicks off the exhibit’s 18 months of travel throughout the state. The Center is also exhibiting the jewelry of Ben Nighthorse, a show that appeared at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. Visit www.swcenter.fortlewis.edu for details.

The Open Shutter Gallery, 755 E. Second Ave., exhibits “Oui,” the black-and-white photography of Deborah Nelson and Michael A Shapiro. The show highlights images of the Parisian lifestyle reminiscent of many of the old masters such as Henri Cartier-Bresson. The images portray many people and familiar French icons and will be on display through April 12. Call 382-8355 or visit www.openshuttergallery.com for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., exhibits the fine art photography of Howard Rachlin through March 6. Rachlin will discuss his work and demonstrate use of the computer darkroom to enhance photos on Feb. 28. 375-7877 for detials.

The Fort Lewis College Art Gallery hosts “The Times They Are A-Changin’,” a retrospective of mixed-media and computer-generated prints from Gerald Wells. The longtime Fort Lewis College art faculty member characterized the show as “select works from the past that point toward the future.” “The Times They Are A-Changin’” runs through March 22. 247-7167 for details.

A new local chapter of Business Networking International meets every Thursday from 7-8:30 a.m. in room 100 of the Durango Office Suites, 1053 Main Ave. BNI is the largest business networking organization in the world. Call 422-2032 or e-mail servinglife@hotmail.com for details.

The Children’s Museum, 802 E. Second Ave., hosts the new exhibit, “Pushing Your Limits.” The museum explores how people “push their limits” to survive, or just have more fun. Children can crawl into a Puebloan dwelling and imagine how it was to live on the edge, wiggle in a full-sized raft, or grind it out on a mountain bike trail. 259-9234 for details.

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The Infamous Stringdusters return to Durango for a March 8 concert at the Abbey Theatre.

The 24^th annual Millwood Follies, a showcase of local area musical talent and comedy acts, take place on March 10 at the Millwood Junction in Mancos.

Mediterranean Medley, a Plate and Palette benefit for the Durango Arts Center, takes place on March 10. 259-2606 for reservations.

Yjastros: the American Flamenco Repertory Co. returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on March 11.

A backcountry safety seminar, co-sponsored by Outdoor Pursuits and the San Juan Chapter of the Colorado Mountain Club, takes place on March 13 at Fort Lewis College.

Colorado Wild will screen the film, “Resorting to Madness: Taking Back Our Mountain Communities,” on March 14 at the Abbey Theatre.

Maria’s Bookshop will host a March 14 booksigning with Deborah Paulson and William Baker, who will discuss the environmental problems facing the Durango area.

The 21^st annual Chocolate Fantasia, a fund-raiser for the Volunteers of America Southwest Safehouse and Durango Community Shelter, returns March 16 to the Fort Lewis College Ballroom.

Big Brothers Big Sisters’ annual bowling fund-raiser is scheduled for March 16 and 17 at the La Plata Fairgrounds. 

“In Quest of Quiet Places,” a free event discussing off-highway vehicles in the backcountry, takes place on March 17 at Fort Lewis College and will conclude with a forum for Durango City Council Candidates.

The Durango Regional Basketball Tournament, a youth version of basketball’s “March Madness,” is set for March 17-18.

Renowned jazz guitarists Pat Matheny and Brad Mehldau play a March 19 show at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College.

A Community Candlelight Vigil will be held along the Animas River Trail on March 19 honor the loss of over 3,000 Servicemen and women in the Iraq war. 375-2109 for details.  

Maria’s Bookshop hosts a March 20 booksigning with Brad Dimock, who has chronicled the life of legendary riverman Bert Loper.

MyBiz – A Conference for Women Entrepreneurs takes place on March 24 at the Durango Recreation Center. 247-1242 to register.

.38 Special brings its “Drivetrain” tour to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on March 25.

The Fort Lewis College Environmental Center’s signature event, Earth Week, is scheduled for March 30-April 8.

The Week of the Young Child in La Plata County will be celebrated April 8-14 and includes an annual kids fair on April 14. 382-0856 for details.

DAM presents the Infamous Stringdusters

What: A concert from the Nasheville string band

Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College

When: Thurs., March 8 at 8 p.m.

One of Nashville’s rising acts returns to Durango next Thursday. Durango Acoustic Music presents a show by the Infamous Stringdusters on March 8 at the Abbey Theatre. Doors to the Abbey open at 8 p.m., and Durango’s own Rock & Rye will open the show.

Colorado bluegrass fans embraced the Infamous Stringdusters last year at regional festivals like the Durango Bluegrass Meltdown, Four Corners Folk Festival, Rockygrass and the North Fork Valley Bluegrass Festival. Their 2007 itinerary includes dates at such prominent national events as MerleFest, Telluride Bluegrass, Strawberry Festival and Suwannee.

 When the band returns to Durango, though, it’s a special homecoming. Bassist Travis Book is a former Durango resident, Fort Lewis College student and founding member of the Broke Mountain Bluegrass Band. The entire band’s pedigree is noteworthy. Members have toured and played with the likes of Earl Scruggs, Tony Rice, Chris Thile and Drew Emmitt.

Book attributes much of his personal success to the booming Durango bluegrass community. “For as small of a community as Durango is, the bluegrass and acoustic music scene is really tight-knit,” he said. “So many people take their music really seriously — like Benny Galloway, or the Badly Bent, who won the Telluride band contest two years ago. There’s also a lot of encouragement.”

Book and the Stringdusters blow back into Durango on March 8. Advance tickets are available at the Abbey, Canyon Music, Southwest Sound or by calling 375-1711.

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Dave Spencer Ski Classic rides again What: The Adaptive Sports Association’s  9th annual fund-raiser Where: Durango Mountain Resort When: March 2-3 The Adaptive Sport’s Association’s signature fund-raiser is hitting this weekend. The 9th annual Dave Spencer Ski Classic takes place March 2-3 at the Columbine Area and Paradise Race Course at Durango Mountain Resort. This event benefits the Adaptive Sports Association, which provides sports and recreational programs for people with disabilities. The Adaptive Sports Association was founded in 1983 by Dave Spencer, a young man who lost a leg to cancer. Dave was a ski instructor and visionary who believed that skiing could challenge and increase the self-esteem of all individuals with disabilities. Although Dave lost his battle with cancer in 1986, his dream of an organization dedicated to teaching people with disabilities to ski has continued to thrive and expand. ASA’s winter home at Durango Mountain Resort is called the Dave Spencer Center. Team racing will take place Sun., March 3, from 11:15 a.m. – 2 p.m. The four fastest teams will be announced mid-day, and race finals will take place at 1:15 at the Paradise Race Course. The competition will be head-to-head elimination. For more information, call 259-0374 or visit www.asadurango.org.

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DAM presents the Infamous Stringdusters What: A concert from the Nasheville string band Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College When: Thurs., March 8 at 8 p.m. One of Nashville’s rising acts returns to Durango next Thursday. Durango Acoustic Music presents a show by the Infamous Stringdusters on March 8 at the Abbey Theatre. Doors to the Abbey open at 8 p.m., and Durango’s own Rock & Rye will open the show. Colorado bluegrass fans embraced the Infamous Stringdusters last year at regional festivals like the Durango Bluegrass Meltdown, Four Corners Folk Bluegrass Festival. Their 2007 itinerary includes dates at such prominent national events as MerleFest, Telluride Bluegrass, Strawberry Festival and Suwannee.  When the band returns to Durango, though, it’s Festival, Rockygrass and the North Fork Valley a special homecoming. Bassist Travis Book is a former Durango resident, Fort Lewis College student and founding member of the Broke Mountain Bluegrass Band. The entire band’s pedigree is noteworthy. Members have toured and played with the likes of Earl Scruggs, Tony Rice, Chris Thile and Drew Emmitt. Book attributes much of his personal success to the booming Durango bluegrass community. “For as small of a community as Durango is, the bluegrass and acoustic music scene is really tight-knit,” he said. “So many people take their music really seriously — like Benny Galloway, or the Badly Bent, who won the Telluride band contest two years ago. There’s also a lot of encouragement.” Book and the Stringdusters blow back into Durango on March 8. Advance tickets are available at the Abbey, Canyon Music, Southwest Sound or by calling 375-1711.

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‘Klunkerz’ rolls into Durango What: Two screenings of a film documenting the birth of mountain biking Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College   When: March 2 at 9 p.m. and March 4 at 9 a.m. This week, the Durango Independent Film Festival screens an offering close to Durangoans’ hearts. “Klunkerz,” a film about the history of the mountain bike, screens on March 2 and 4. As an added bonus, mountain bike pioneers Gary Fisher and Charlie Kelly will be on hand for the screenings. Directed by Billy Savage, “Klunkerz” explores the birth of mountain biking. The film begins with the sport’s Marin County roots, following early adherents as they took their pre-World War II bicycles – known as klunkerz – to the top of Mt. Tamalpais and made the first trips down singletrack. From there, the film follows the growth of mountain biking from the formation of amateur bike leagues and junkyard technology to its place as an international craze and Olympic sport. Following the world premiere, “Klunkerz” received kudos from the Marin Independent Journal. “’Klunkerz’ is a dusty tour of the knobby tire lore, and Savage did his homework,” the paper reported. “The history of mountain biking has never been well understood outside the circle of people who were there when it happened.” “Klunkerz” shows at the Abbey Theatre on March 2 at 9 p.m. and on March 4 at 9 a.m. For more information, visit www.durangofilm.org or www.klunkerz.com.

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