The Telegraph accepts classified advertising anytime prior to Tuesday at noon. Ads are a total bargain at $5 for 25 words or less and 20 cents for each additional word. Ads can be submitted via email), fax (970-259-0448) or in person (534 Main Ave, Durango). Prepayment is requested on all classifieds.


HelpWanted 
Counter Help
And general shop asst. for busy tattoo studio. Possible full or part-time. This is not an apprenticeship. Please apply in person, Tues. – Sat. 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. at Blue Tiger Tattoo, 1480 E. 2nd Ave., Ste.#5, Durango.
FT Data Processor,
Contract position, $15/hr. Scanning documents and maps to create large mineral database. Physical Science/ Geology background very helpful. Database experience and attention to detail desirable. Contact: Mark at mshutty@energymetalscorp.com 259-5569.
Landscaping career
Interested in a career in landscaping? Looking for an experienced/ethical gardener to train to take over my garden maintenance business in the near future. Email Candace at candilemon@yahoo. com for details.
House Sitter Wanted
for 5 Day Summer Trips. Care includes Cats and Watering.  Location: Hermosa. Local references required. Call 247–8942.
Job search made easy
Let the local professionals do the work at 259-1940. Uni-Staff Services, 1315 Main Ave., Suite 106. Never a fee to applicants.
Massage Specialist Wanted
Are you interested in massaging at an upscale downtown day spa? An amazing clientele is here waiting for you. Hot Stone Massage technique a plus. Stop by or send resume to: Salon Blue Wave, 123 W. 9th St.
Great Experience
and Community Service! Work on a GPS mapping project for communities at risk of wildfire with the Southwest Conservation Corps. 6/24-8/16 $270 per week plus AmeriCorps Award. Contact Paul at 970-259-8607 x 1.
King Center Laundry
is hiring. Apply in person next to Nature’s Oasis.
Cleaning position
Are you through, detail oriented and love to clean? Flexible hours between 8:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. Vehicle required. Start $12 per hour. If seriously motivated call 759-6329.
Sushitarian
Chef and dishwasher needed. Apply in person between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. or call 382-0001 or 382-0012.
Announcements
“Be Who You Really Are”
Ways of the wise woman life teachings workshop guided by Mary Grace, wise woman and teacher. Sat., June 9, 10 - 4 in Durango. $75. Call Mary Grace for info. and to register at 970-769-3446 or email paulandmarygrace@yahoo.com. Private sessions also available. “On wings of love.”
Wanted Xtracycle
If you have an Xtracycle you would like to sell to a good home, please call 946-7562!
Community Garage Sale
Skydancer Townhomes. Saturday, June 2 and Sunday, June 3. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at 457 Animas View Drive. Items from the mundane to the sublime. See you all there. Park at Animas View Drive.
Sat. Yard Sale
Outdoor goods, old software, tents, clothes and more. 562 E. 1st St.
Kids Knitting Camp
First session – June 11-14, 9-11 a.m. Ages 8-14, boys and girls, at Yarn. Knitting I and II sessions run throughout the summer. 259-9827.
No Pillage at Wolf Creek
T-shirts now available at: Animas Trading, Durango Natural Foods and Hassle Free Sports. Proceeds go to Colorado Wild for our No Pillage at Wolf Creek fight!
Summer sewing lessons
For ages 10-16. Private - $25 hourly. Two students - $30 hourly. Call Lindsay at 259-0826.
>Seeing The Warming<
Washington State Climatologist has a website for analyzing recent temperature and precipitation trends around the NW, using high quality USHCN & AHCCD data. Visit www.climate.washington. edu/trendanalysis/.
La Boca Center
for Sustainability seeks donations for this year’s farming operation. Needed are: A rear tine tiller, ¾ hp gas water pump, garden hoses, black poly pipe, hoop hoes, sacks of gypsum, laying hens and pvc pipe. Call 563-9383.
The Coffee Festival
is seeking artists to submit artwork to be used for promotional posters and ads. The winner of the art design contest will receive a six month supply of coffee beans and recognition in all of the advertising. 385-4354 X18.  
The Dolores River Festival
Is looking for volunteers to help out with the festival on June 2. Raft guides, event set-up and take-down, stage and sound volunteers and day and evening volunteers are need. Contact Bobbi Jo at chadbojo@yahoo.com or call 882-4087.
Four Corners Lesbian Network
Unity in our Community.
Go to: www.yahoogroups.com search fourcornersln.
Services
Creative Stitchery by Lindsay
Quality custom fabrications for your home or camper. Pillows, Duvet Covers, Dust Ruffles, Shower Curtains, Seat Cushions. 20 years experience. 259-0826.
Bon Jour!
Cecile, French teacher in Durango will teach you French language, culture and traditions. Private lessons for kids and adults. 884-9062.
Transfer Your Vinyl
to your Ipod, the right way. Video production/audio restoration. Magnum Productions. 970-708-9561.
I will buy
Or lease your house in 30 days or less! Stop foreclosure save your credit! 888-633-5336.
Deeper Waters Life Coaching
Are you ready to dive into the richness of your life? Explore the value of investing in yourself and honoring your truth. Partnering with a life coach facilitates growth and can help you consciously create the life you truly want by providing support, structure and accountability. Call Carrie Garber for your complimentary session. 426-9318.
Hse/pet/plant sitting
Middle age male on limited disability pension avail. for short or long term after May 22. Refs. avail. Kevin 769-9517.
Guitar Lessons
With Pete Giuliani. New for Summer: Friday lessons at Canyon Music Woodworks. Garage Band lessons in your garage. Private lessons in your home or office. Plus private lessons at my home studio. Call for rates 385-6713.
Web Design
Do you need a simple, complex, trendy or conservative website? Call Lakra WebDev at 764-4371 or go to www.angelolakra.com.
Rocky Mountain Bound
*Handmade books* journals, wedding guest books, art books, photo/scrapbooks at Maria’s Bookshop. *custom orders* 970.259.3983 rockymountbound@care2.com.
BodyWork
Holistic Skin Care
With Amy Grogan, licensed esthetician. All natural ingredients customized for your skin care needs plus Ayurvedic body treatments for deep relaxation and detoxification. 799-2469.
Heidi Timm
21 years experience in deep, gentle and effective techniques for injury rehabilitation, nurturing relaxation using Ortho-Bionomy® and massage. Appointments available in Durango and at Trimble Spa. 759-9038.
ForSale
Truck Topper
Must Sell, 7’6’’ Heavy gauge aluminum, 2 side doors w/ locks, lumber rack. Good Con’d $500 obo 903-3505.
Composting Worms
Red wigglers at Evening Star Farm every Saturday at the Durango Farmer’s Market 8-noon.
Orbea Orca frameset
Like new but at a fraction of retail. 57 CM carbon fiber frame and fork. Super light and stiff. Includes headset and seatpost. Upgrade your ride for $750. 382-2778.
Aire Tomcat
Inflatable Kayak(s), Solo & Tandem, excellent condition, used twice, no patches or repairs. $399.99/$475.00. 259-7771. www.GravityPlay.com
Aire 14’ Cataraft
Includes Downriver Frame & 3 Oars. Excellent Condition. $3200 New, Asking $2200.00 OBO. 259-7772.
Dean Duke
Titanium Bike, XT Components, White Brothers Fork, V-Brakes. $5000.00 New, Asking $3200.00 OBO. 259-7772.
Leather Furniture
Matching sofa and love seat, $1,400. Dressers, lamps and more at Reruns Home, Tues. – Sat. 385-7336.
ForRent 
Great roommate wanted
To join our 3 bedroom household of Great woman, Great animals, Great property 15 miles between Dgo. and Byfld. $325mo. + 1/4 untilities...769-7430.avail. now. No more pets please.
Sunny 2 Bedroom
2 Bath Hillcrest Condo For Rent. Mountain views, 2-car garage, fireplace, yard. No pets/smokers. $1200 OBO. Call 903-9402.
Private Bayfield studio
With kitchen in long-standing cooperative household and home
on 3 acres. Trees, organic garden, growing dome & fenced back yard. Share office/art studio (900 sq. feet) and high-speed internet. For one or two N/S people who enjoy sharing some organic dinners, fine conversation, music & films with other professionals & artists. Located on quiet cul-de-sac near library and natural foods store. Available 6/3. $525 for one person, $600 for two (baby/child OK). 946-6994.
Bodywork/Therapy Office
Space available, Tues., Sat., & Sun. $150.00 per month. 2929 Main. Call Sarah at 903-8831
Roommate Wanted
Looking for a great roommate! Private room & bath in 2BR townhouse on Richard Dr. Great yard & deck, W/D. Responsible N/S please! $450+ elec. Call Jessica 946-7562.
MeetMarket
HWM seek F
Fond of gourds and costumes, will be riding two green bikes when he comes. Skilled produce shopper, dances like everyone is watching! Seeking good listener who knows story telling preempts reality. Must be able to waltz on a ceiling Twister board, romanticize Don Quixote and love ice cold river dips! Will you be the lucky woman to win a place in this warm-hearted Lorax’s heart? Call the Lorax at 946-9197!
CommunityService
Wheat & Gluten Intolerance
Support Group meets at Healthy Fusion the last Wednesday of every month. All are welcome. Next meeting is May 30 at 5:30 p.m.; 2053 Main Ave. For more info: 259-9233 or www.healthyfusion.com.
Are you a parent
with a child under age 5? Then come explore what the Family Center of Durango has to offer. We have developmental playgroups, parenting classes, a toy lending library, safe exchange and supervised visits, a family support unit, and much more!  You can call us at 385-4747, or stop by at 489 ½ Florida Rd.  The Family Center of Durango, families helping families. 
The Medicine Horse Center
seeks experienced horse people to give our horses extra love and attention at both our Mancos and Durango locations. Call 533-7403 or email info@medicinehorsecenter.org.  
Cadence Therapeutic Riding
is seeking volunteers and is always searching for possible riders to participate in our program. Cadence is a non-profit organization that provides equestrian experiences for adults and children with special needs. Visit www.cadenceriding.org  or call 749-7433 for more information.
Alzheimer’s Association
Support Groups meet the second and third Wednesday of the month at the Durango/La Plata Senior Center at 10: 30 a.m. For more information, call Elaine Stumpo at 259-0122.
Raw Food Lunches
Nonprofit organization Turtle Lake Refuge offers organic, living-food lunch every Tuesday and Friday from 11: 11 a.m. to 2:22 p.m. Suggested donation $8. 247-8395. 848 E. Third Ave.

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January 25, 2024
Bagging it

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January 26, 2024
Paper chase

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January 11, 2024
High and dry

New state climate report projects continued warming, declining streamflows