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The Southwest Center for Independence, 835 E. Second Ave., Suite 200, offers a free ongoing art class with Margaret Pacheco on Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. All are welcome but preference is given to people with disabilities. 259-1672 to register.

The Women’s Resource Center hosts an Open House from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in its new space at 679 E. Second Ave., Unit #6. 247-1242 for details.

The Sustainability Alliance of Southwest Colorado’s Board of Directors meets at 5:30 p.m. at the offices of San Juan Citizens Alliance, 1022 ½ Main Ave. The public is welcome.

The American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., offers an Adult CPR/automated external defibrillator class from 6.-10 p.m. The class includes a one year CPR certificate. 259-5383 to pre-register.

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

The Family Birth Center at Mercy Regional Medical Center hosts an Intro to Fatherhood class from 6-8 p.m. New dads will learn about infant safety, father-baby bonding, mom’s emotions, life after baby, and more. 764-3100 for details.

Singer-songwriter Joel Racheff plays acoustic rock at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-10 p.m.

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

Durango Acoustic Music presents a show by the Infamous Stringdusters at 8 p.m. at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College. Durango’s own Rock & Rye will open the show. 385-1711 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.

DJs Jason Cross and Fat Pea explore the history of dance music for Pint Night at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10:30 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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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.

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.

Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., hosts Blu Friday with a keg giveaway beginning at 6 p.m. Brian Ess and a special guest spin at 10:30 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

The Soul Food Forum presents Lisa Harrison Caddel’s free talk, “Benefits of Massage, Art, and Faith,” from 6-8 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library.

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

The Jeff Solon Swing’n Big Band performs for listening and dancing at 7:30 p.m. at the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave. The dress-up affair includes dance lessons from Suzi DiSanto during the first hour. Tickets are available at the Strater, Durango Traditions and at the door.

Wild Country plays country and rock at 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

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

The Kirk James Band brings its blues to the Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village starting at 9 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

Top hip hop from Denver descends on Durango at 9 p.m. at Club Uno Mas, 117 College. The Clurk, Doctor Oscify, the Likker Cats and Artikle will all perform. www.myspace.com/rabidmindent for details.

The Lawn Chair Kings and the Beautiful Losers team up for an evening of roots rock ‘n’ roll at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324.

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The American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., offers an Adult CPR/automated external defibrillator and First Aid class from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The class includes certifications. 259-5383 to pre-register.

The San Juan Sledders host their annual Day for People with Developmental or Physical Disabilities from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Molas Lake. The event includes snowmobile and snowcat rides as well as dog sled rides and food and refreshments. 884-2101 for details.

Kirk James plays solo blues from 4-7 p.m. at Steamworks Brewery in Bayfield.

The Millwood Junction Restaurant in Mancos hosts the 24^th annual Millwood Follies at 7:30 p.m. The annual event showcases local musical talent and comedy acts and a silent auction will benefit the fight against breast cancer. Dinner will also be served at 5 p.m. 533-9026 for details. 4

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

Mediterranean Medley, a Plate and Palette fund-raiser for the Durango Arts Center, takes place at 6 p.m. The evening includes food from Alison Dance, chef/owner of Cyprus Café, and wines poured by the Wine Merchant. 259-2606 to make a reservation.

Al Mafra Four Corners Belly Dance performs at 7 p.m. at the San Juan College Little Theater. 382-0883 or www.almafra.org for details.

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

The Tao Jones plays funk, jazz and electronica at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

Bofus, a band formerly known as Goat, plays rock, soul and power pop at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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Free naturalist ski treks take place at Durango Mountain Resort throughout the ski season and meet at the base of Chair #4 at 9:45 a.m. Half and full-day guided snowshoe tours are also available upon request. 385-2147 for details.  

Internationally celebrated author and speaker Constance d’Angelis gives the talk, “The Seven Laws of Peaceful Solutions,” at 11 a.m. at the Wholistic Heartlight Center, located on Pine St. in Bayfield. 884-4889 for details.

YogaDurango, 1480 E. Second Ave., offers a free Yoga Basics Workshop at 11 a.m. 946-8961 for details.

Trimble Hot Springs hosts a free concert from internationally acclaimed cellist Felix Wurman at 4 p.m. Music at Trimble takes place every Sunday. 247-0111 for details.

Durango High School Colours choir hosts a spaghetti dinner fund-raiser from 5 to 8 p.m. at Mutu’s Italian Kitchen, 701 E. Second Ave. The choir will provide entertainment throughout the evening. 259-1630, ext. 2101 for details.

Jus Goodie plays reggae at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The League of Women Voters of La Plata County hosts a 5:30 p.m. public forum with City Council  candidates in the City Council Chambers of Durango City Hall, 949 E. Second Ave. Members of the public are encouraged to bring their questions. 247-8116 for details.

A free doing your own divorce and/or custody seminar takes place at 6 p.m. the offices of Colorado Legal Services, 1474 Main Ave. Participants should arrive 10 minutes early. 247-0266 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.

The Women’s Resource Center hosts a reception at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., from 5: 30-7 p.m. for the new exhibit “Intersections.” 247-1242 for details.

Singer-songwriter Terry Rickard performs at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m.

A Backcountry Safety Seminar, sponsored by Outdoor Pursuits and the San Juan Chapter of the Colorado Mountain, takes place from 6-8 p.m. in 125 Noble Hall at Fort Lewis College. The course will cover emergency safety, preparedness and trip etiquette. 247-0822 for details.

The Adult Education Center offers a free class on careers in the lodging industry beginning at 6 p.m. The class is designed for those looking for professional skills and continues on Tuesdays and Thursdays through March 29. 385-4354 x30 for details.

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

The Durango Wheel Club kicks off its 2007 Membership Drive at 6:30 p.m. at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave. All riders are welcome to the event which includes beer, pizza and a raffle for a DWC Cycling Kit. Visit www.durangowheelclub.com for details.

The world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra brings its big band sound to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College at 7 p.m. www.durangoconcerts.com.

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

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

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The Green Business Roundtable returns to the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave., at noon to discuss “Solar Opportunities,” getting energy from the sun for local business. 259-3583 for details.

The Women’s Resource Center Reading Circle meets at 5:30 p.m. at the Rochester Hotel, 726 E. Second Ave. Anyone interested in discussing Easter Island is encouraged to attend. 247-1242 for details.

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.

Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts a booksigning with Deborah Paulson and William Baker from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The authors will discuss Southwest Colorado and its history of hard use. 247-1438 for details.

Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County holds 4

 a Family Selection Orientation/Application Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Bayfield Public Library.  Families interested in applying for home ownership are encouraged to attend. 382-9930 for details.

Dr. Lori Alvord, a member of the Navajo Nation, speaks at 6:30 p.m. in the Fort Lewis College CUB ballroom as part of the Native American Center’s “Native American Academic Speaker Series.”   Alvord is an associate dean at Dartmouth Medical School and a noted author. 247-7222 for details.

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

Terry Rickard plays acoustic rock at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., at 7 p.m.

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. 259-2606 for details.

The Durango Lively Arts Co.presents “Nunsense,” a musical comedy, on 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 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.

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 Wayword Sons and Vince Herman of Leftover Salmon will play a March 15 show at the Diamond Circle Theatre.

Photographer and professor Paul Pennington will address the March 15 meeting of the Durango Photography Club.

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.

Terry Rickard and the Chills will play a March 16 show at Club Uno Mas.

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

Hops and Hopes, a fund-raiser for the Durango Early Learning Center, takes place March 17 at the Diamond Circle Theatre and features a beer tasting from local breweries, food, Celtic music, auctions, a raffle and a live DJ.

“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.

Marcia Ball returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on March 17.

Largo plays a family dance at the Breen Community Building on March 17.

Gypsyfire, a Celtic/folk band, will play at the Columbine Bar in Mancos on March 17.

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.

Turtle Lake Refuge will host a Vital Living Ethnic Cuisine class beginning on March 21.

KDUR presents a March 22 screening of the documentary “Before the Music Dies” at the Abbey Theatre.

World music band Kan’Nal returns to Durango for a March 23 show at the Fort Lewis College CUB.

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 Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College will accept audition applications for “Spotlight to Stardom,” the Four Corners region’s only professionally produced talent competition, through March 27. 247-7657 for details.

A meet and greet with the Colorado Distance Learning Academy will take place on March 28 at the Strater Hotel.

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.

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Durango Public Library celebrates a century What: The Library’s Centennial Birthday Party Where: The Durango Public Library, 1188 E. Second Ave. When: Friday, March 9 from 4-7 p.m. The Durango Public Library building turns 100 this Friday, and a host of activities are on tap for the Library’s Centennial Birthday Party.   Things get underway at 3:45 p.m. as a color guard, dignitaries, the DHS Marching Band and cyclists parade from Durango City Hall to the library. The official event begins at 4 p.m. with the ceremonial removal of the 1907 cornerstone by members of the Masonic Lodge. Performances by the DHS Marching Band and the Westwind Pipe Band will follow the ceremony, and there will also be a talk by Chautauqua speaker Doug Mishler, who will portray Andrew Carnegie. The library will also offer a special history program for children ages 11 and under, a display of the items removed from the cornerstone and conversation with members of the Victorian Aid Society.   Light refreshments, including birthday cake, will be served and harpist Sylvia Zurko will perform throughout. For more information, contact the library at 375-3380.

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‘Resorting to Madness’ at the Abbey What: A screening of “Resorting to Madness: Taking Back Our Mountain Communities” Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College When: Wed., March 14 at 7 p.m. The impacts of the ski resort industry go on screen at the Abbey Theatre next week. Colorado Wild and the filmmakers will present “Resorting to Madness: Taking Back Our Mountain Communities” at the Abbey Theatre on March 14 at 7 p.m. The film spotlights the impacts of the modern ski resort industry on mountain communities and environments. Featuring interviews with industry experts and community activists throughout North America, the film reveals the negative side of an otherwise glamorous sport, while highlighting the positive initiatives underway to attempt to turn the industry around. “Resorting to Madness” also offers suggestions to protect and maintain the mountains, their communities and surrounding environments from the unregulated impacts of the ski industry. “The film provides a great introduction to some of the less understood impacts of the ski industry,” said Ryan Demmy Bidwell, executive director of Colorado Wild. “Mountain communities around the West are wrestling with affordable housing shortages, traffic, loss of community character, and environmental degradation as the result of ongoing and in some cases relentless ski area development. But the film’s message is clear: communities have a choice.” The film looks at ski resorts from all over North America, but focuses on Vail Ski Resort and The Village at Wolf Creek to compare operational techniques. The film also includes examples of successful struggles to maintain the identity of ski towns, including looks at the Aspen Ski Co., Sundance Resort and Jackson Hole. The film is intended to inform but also to inspire, and film producer Hunter Sykes and representatives from Colorado Wild will be present to answer questions about the film and the ski industry in Colorado. For more information, call 385-9833.

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Flamenco comes to concert hall What: A return performance by Yjastros, the American Flamenco Repertory Co. Where: Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College   When: Sunday, March 11 at 7 p.m. Flamenco is again taking center stage in Durango this week. Yjastros, the American Flamenco Repertory Co., returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on March 11. The group of 20 nationally acclaimed dancers and musicians takes the stage at 7 p.m. Under the artistic direction of Joaquin Encinias, Yjastros is currently in its 10th performing season. For Sunday’s show, the troupe will present “Cuando Salga la Luna,” a concert featuring choreographic works by some of Flamenco’s most praised artists. The show embodies the changing face of the art form by presenting choreographically unique and musically complex works alongside intensely personal solo performances.   The vision of the show as an amalgamation of flamenco’s history and its future come to light in “Dialagos,” choreographed by artistic director Joaquin Encinias, and musical suites by Chuscales, a world renowned flamenco guitarist. The audience will also journey through the day from dawn to dusk as the changing emotional states of each period are distinctly portrayed by dance and music. The performance climaxes with the final group piece “A Nuestro Aire.” In this piece, audiences see the manifestation of American Flamenco at its finest as the dancers strive for the highest level of flamenco artistry while remaining true to their own culture based in the American Southwest.   Tickets for the show are available online at www.durangoconcerts.com, by calling 247-7657 or at the Community Concert Hall’s downtown ticketing office located at 7th St. and Main behind Magpies.

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