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Squawker Cross takes over FLC rim
Mysto presents his Magic Spectacular
‘A Safer, More Compassionate World’

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A reception for the photographic exhibit, “Question of Power,” which highlights issues related to the proposed Desert Rock Power Plant, meets from 5-6:45 p.m. at the Fort Lewis College Art Gallery. A panel of renewable energy advocates and experts discusses alternatives to Desert Rock from 7-9 p.m. in Fort Lewis College’s Noble Hall 130. 247-7676 for details.

The Sustainability Alliance of Southwest Colorado holds its monthly board meeting from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Durango City Council Chambers, 949 E. Second Ave. The public is welcome. www.sustainableSWcolorado.org for details.

The Colorado Department of Transportation presents draft regional and statewide transportation plans and accepts comments from 5:30-8 p.m. at the CDOT Maintenance Training Room, 20581 U.S. 160 W. For more information, visit www.dot.state.co.us.

The Fort Lewis College Honor Choir­ performs a 5: 30 p.m. show at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

The Tara Mandala Buddhist Retreat Center hosts a study group on The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying from 5:30-7 p.m. The group meets every Thursday through Dec. 6. 731-3711 for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents live jazz from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and a DJ spinning starting at 10 p.m. 259-9018 for details.

The Native American Center Speaker Series continues at Fort Lewis College with Jodi Rave discussing “Journalism and Indianism – Working Hand in Hand” at 6 p.m. in 250 Noble Hall.

Kati B. and David Earl Pfieffer perform live jazz and blues standards from 6-8 p.m. at Guiseppe’s Restaurant in Bayfield. 884-7135 for details.

Lacey Black plays jazz piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., at 6:30 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

The Fort Lewis College Life-Long Learning Lecture Series continues at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall with the talk, “The Vatican of the Americas: Mitla, Oaxaca, Mexico.”

Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, plays a free solo show at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 7 p.m.

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The City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District host a Downtown Durango Community Meeting from 10 a.m.-noon at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. The meeting will update current projects in downtown Durango. www.downtowndurango.org for details.

San Juan Basin Health, 281 Sawyer Dr., offers its Friday flu shot clinic from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 247-5702 for details.

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

Sorrel Sky Gallery, 870 Main Ave., hosts an opening reception for an exhibit featuring Southwest artists Stephen Day and Doug Moore from 5-8 p.m. 247-3555 for details.

Singer-songwriter Nina Sasaki plays at Christina’s Grill and Bar, 21382 U.S. Hwy 160, from 6-9 p.m. 382-3844 for details.

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

Pianist Marilyn Mangold Garst kicks off the inaugural Recital Series at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Durango, 419 San Juan Dr., at 7 p.m. Garst will play music by Haydn, Schubert, Diemer and Ginastera. 259-5890 for details.

Soprano Rhianna Johnson performs her free senior recital at 7 p.m. at Roshong Recital Hall.

The Jeff Solon Swing’n Big Band performs for dancing and listening for the Red Slipper Dance Club at 8 p.m. at the Henry Strater Theatre, 658 Main Ave. Suzi DiSanto will give quick dance lessons during the first hour and all proceeds benefit the Volunteers of America. www.jeffsolon.com for details.

Loose Change Revival plays the music of the ’70s & ’80s at the 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., beginning at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

Shotgun Jesus plays rock and roll at the Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village at 9 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

DJ Fat Pea and special guests spin at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents a DJ spinning starting at 10 p.m. for late night happy hour. 259-9018 for details.

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Opening the Green Umbrella, a free, half-day conference to bring together organizations and individuals with an interest in community sustainability, meets from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Fort Lewis College Student Memorial Lounge. 769-2688 for details.

The Snowdown Follies hosts chorus line auditions at 10 a.m. at the Dance in the Rockies Studio. Call 247-4347 for information and directions.

Ska Brewing, 545 Turner Dr., offers a homebrew class beginning at noon. A small fee will cover supplies. 247-5792 for details.

Guiseppe’s Restaurant, 871 CR 501 in Bayfield, hosts open mic with Handsome Dan from 6-8 p.m. 884-7135 for details.

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

Noted Western singer-songwriter Michael 4

A reception for the photographic exhibit, “Question of Power,” which highlights issues related to the proposed Desert Rock Power Plant, meets from 5-6:45 p.m. at the Fort Lewis College Art Gallery. A panel of renewable energy advocates and experts discusses alternatives to Desert Rock from 7-9 p.m. in Fort Lewis College’s Noble Hall 130. 247-7676 for details.

The Sustainability Alliance of Southwest Colorado holds its monthly board meeting from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Durango City Council Chambers, 949 E. Second Ave. The public is welcome. www.sustainableSWcolorado.org for details.

The Colorado Department of Transportation presents draft regional and statewide transportation plans and accepts comments from 5:30-8 p.m. at the CDOT Maintenance Training Room, 20581 U.S. 160 W. For more information, visit www.dot.state.co.us.

The Fort Lewis College Honor Choir­ performs a 5: 30 p.m. show at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

The Tara Mandala Buddhist Retreat Center hosts a study group on The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying from 5:30-7 p.m. The group meets every Thursday through Dec. 6. 731-3711 for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents live jazz from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and a DJ spinning starting at 10 p.m. 259-9018 for details.

The Native American Center Speaker Series continues at Fort Lewis College with Jodi Rave discussing “Journalism and Indianism – Working Hand in Hand” at 6 p.m. in 250 Noble Hall.

Kati B. and David Earl Pfieffer perform live jazz and blues standards from 6-8 p.m. at Guiseppe’s Restaurant in Bayfield. 884-7135 for details.

Lacey Black plays jazz piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., at 6:30 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

The Fort Lewis College Life-Long Learning Lecture Series continues at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall with the talk, “The Vatican of the Americas: Mitla, Oaxaca, Mexico.”

Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, plays a free solo show at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 7 p.m.

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The City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District host a Downtown Durango Community Meeting from 10 a.m.-noon at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. The meeting will update current projects in downtown Durango. www.downtowndurango.org for details.

San Juan Basin Health, 281 Sawyer Dr., offers its Friday flu shot clinic from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 247-5702 for details.

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

Sorrel Sky Gallery, 870 Main Ave., hosts an opening reception for an exhibit featuring Southwest artists Stephen Day and Doug Moore from 5-8 p.m. 247-3555 for details.

Singer-songwriter Nina Sasaki plays at Christina’s Grill and Bar, 21382 U.S. Hwy 160, from 6-9 p.m. 382-3844 for details.

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

Pianist Marilyn Mangold Garst kicks off the inaugural Recital Series at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Durango, 419 San Juan Dr., at 7 p.m. Garst will play music by Haydn, Schubert, Diemer and Ginastera. 259-5890 for details.

Soprano Rhianna Johnson performs her free senior recital at 7 p.m. at Roshong Recital Hall.

The Jeff Solon Swing’n Big Band performs for dancing and listening for the Red Slipper Dance Club at 8 p.m. at the Henry Strater Theatre, 658 Main Ave. Suzi DiSanto will give quick dance lessons during the first hour and all proceeds benefit the Volunteers of America. www.jeffsolon.com for details.

Loose Change Revival plays the music of the ’70s & ’80s at the 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., beginning at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

Shotgun Jesus plays rock and roll at the Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village at 9 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

DJ Fat Pea and special guests spin at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents a DJ spinning starting at 10 p.m. for late night happy hour. 259-9018 for details.

top

Opening the Green Umbrella, a free, half-day conference to bring together organizations and individuals with an interest in community sustainability, meets from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Fort Lewis College Student Memorial Lounge. 769-2688 for details.

The Snowdown Follies hosts chorus line auditions at 10 a.m. at the Dance in the Rockies Studio. Call 247-4347 for information and directions.

Ska Brewing, 545 Turner Dr., offers a homebrew class beginning at noon. A small fee will cover supplies. 247-5792 for details.

Guiseppe’s Restaurant, 871 CR 501 in Bayfield, hosts open mic with Handsome Dan from 6-8 p.m. 884-7135 for details.

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

Noted Western singer-songwriter Michael 4

Martin Murphey plays the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College at 7 p.m. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

The Living Daylights, an ambient acoustic pop band, plays originals and covers at Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College, from 7-9 p.m.

The 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., offers karaoke from 8 p.m. to close. 259-8801 for details.

The Porchlights, an acoustic rock duo, plays a free show of originals at the Dolores River Brewery at 8 p.m.

The Summit, 600 Main Ave., hosts KDUR’s Cover Night, with local musicians celebrating the music of the Who, at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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Durango BMX hosts its weekly races with sign ups from 1-1:30 p.m. and racing to follow. Racing will continue every Sunday, weather permitting. www.durangobmx.com for details.

Singer-songwriter Joel Racheff plays solo at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.

The Blue Moon Ramblers play their weekly gig at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 7:30 p.m.

The 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., offers karaoke from 8 p.m. to close. 259-8801 for details.

Formula 151, featuring Dave Mensch, Mike Kornelson, Katherine Tischhauser and Steve Dejka, plays at the Columbine Bar in Mancos at 8:30 p.m.

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P is for Peanut, 473 E. College, hosts free kids’ storytime at 1 p.m. 385-4525 for details.

The Kennebec Café, located in Hesperus, hosts the Durango Independent Film Festival’s Sneak Preview fund-raising dinner starting at 6 p.m. 247-5674 for details.

Michelle Reott, of Earthly Ideas LLC, gives a talk on the “Introduction to Sustainable Development” at 6 p.m. in 130 Chemistry Hall. Reott will discuss high-performance buildings. 247-7676 for details.

Colorado Legal Services, 1474 Main Ave., Suite 200, offers a workshop on doing you own divorce and/or custody in Colorado at 6 p.m. Anyone wanting to apply for the free book of forms and instructions is encouraged to arrive ten minutes early. 247-0266 for details.

The Fort Lewis College Jazz Ensemble plays at 7 p.m. in the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com 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.

An “It’s About Kids Advocacy Training” meets from 5:30-8 p.m. at the La Plata County Courthouse. State legislators Jim Isgar and Ellen Roberts will be on hand for the free training and a light dinner will be served. 259-2094 to RSVP.

Lacey Black plays jazz piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., at 6:30 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

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

Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, performs solo at Joel’s, 119 W. 8^th St., starting at 8 p.m.

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.

The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, screens “Return to Schralptown,” a documentary-style film on backcountry skiing as well as avalanche awareness and environmental stewardship. The picture shows at 9 p.m., and the filmmakers will be on hand. 385-1711 for details.

DJ I-Gene and Reason spin for Trenchtown Tuesdays at Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., starting at 9 p.m. 259-9018 for details.

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The La Plata Economic Development Summit, a forum planning the future economic sustainability of La Plata County, meets from 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave.

The Green Business Roundtable returns to the Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave., at noon to discuss “Life in the (Stormwater) Gutter…a creative look at stormwater management.” Walker Christensen of DHM Design will talk about the “greening” of stormwater. 259-3583 to RSVP.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents Art Spot, a live art demo, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. 259-9018.

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 Bless Me Ultima, by Rudolfo Anaya is encouraged to attend. Email mjw@pivotalchoices.com for details.

Bank of the San Juans, 144 E. 8^th St., presents the free financial workshop, “Money & Matters of the Heart,” from 6-8 p.m. Joel and Kate Feldman, relationship experts, will discuss how to deal with money to improve your relations. 426-7103 to reserve a spot.

Lacey Black plays jazz piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., at 6:30 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

The Fort Lewis College Brass and Woodwind Ensembles perform at 7 p.m. in Roshong Recital Hall. 4

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

Joel’s, 119 W. 8th St., hosts DJ Eschaton spinning “Retro 2 Electro” for Ladies Night at 10 p.m. 385-0430 for details.

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The Fort Lewis College Art Gallery hosts the exhibition, “A Question of Power,” a photographic documentary project focusing on environmental issues facing the Diné (Navajo) living in the area of the proposed Desert Rock Power Plant. The show runs from Nov. 5-29 and a gallery reception and talk is scheduled for Nov. 8 at 4 p.m. 247-7167 for details.

The Open Shutter Gallery, 755 E. Second Ave., exhibits “Solitary Voyagers” and “Primordial Seas,” two bodies of work by Seattle photographer Douglas Ethridge, through Dec. 5. The images are in black-and-white and color and have been exhibited around the world. 382-8355 or www.openshuttergallery.com for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., hosts the exhibit “Girls, Guns, Metal & Pedals,” photography by Jerry Aaron Hazard. The show will continue through Nov. 20. 259-9018 for details.

Johnny Maddox plays ragtime piano at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave. Maddox performs every night except Sundays, and the free shows take place from 5:30-7 p.m. and 8-11 p.m. www.strater.com for details.

The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College displays Monumental Textiles from the Durango Collection, prints from the Bill and Sue Hensler Collection, and drawings and paintings by Native American artists. Also on display is an exhibit of the jewelry of Ben Nighthorse, a show that appeared at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. Visit www.swcenter.fortlewis.edu for details.

Professional Business Builders, a chapter of Business Networking International, meets every Thursday from 7-8:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Church in Durango. BNI Business Connections meets every Wednesday from 11:30-1 p.m. in room 100 of the Durango Office Suites, 1053 Main Ave. A new Business Networking Chapter meets every Thursday from 7-8:30 a.m. at the Wells Group. 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 exhibit, “Living Off the Land.” The museum offers a hands-on exploration of the Rocky Mountain ecosystem and is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Wed.-Fri. and 1-5 p.m. on Sat. and Sun. 259-9234 for details.

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Bank of the San Juans will host a free financial workshop, “Money and Matters of the Heart,” on Nov. 14.

The 6^th annual REEL Environmental Experience, a fund-raiser for the FLC Environmental Center, returns on Nov. 15.

KDUR will present a Nov. 15 Songwriting Contest at the CUB Pub. Prizes include a recording contract. 247-7634 for details.

Writers Helping Writers, the 3^rd annual Southwest Writers Institute, meets at Fort Lewis College on Nov. 16-17. http://southwestwritersinstitute.org for details.

A pre-Thanksgiving Farmer’s Market meets from 1-4 p.m. on Nov. 17 in the First National Bank of Durango parking lot.

The La Plata County Humane Society will hold an Adoptathon at Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs on Nov. 17. The event includes lunch, a tai chi demo and chair massages.

Durango DOT Comedy will present “Slipping One Past the Goalie: Dreading the Blue Line!,” a fund-raiser for the Durango Fury womens hockey team, on Nov. 17 at the Durango Arts Center.

Vegas style ’80s lounge act Vanilla Pop returns to Durango with a Nov. 17 show at Steamworks.

The Abbey Theatre hosts the premiere “Break the Glass: Life or Meth?,” a locally produced documentary, on Nov. 17.

National Geographic photographer Larry Carver will sign copies of his 2008 calendar on Nov. 17 at the Image Counts Gallery.

The Durango Winter Sports Foundation will induct Jerry and Sara Davis into the foundation’s Hall of Fame on Nov. 19.

The Community Thanksgiving Dinner returns to the La Plata County Fairgrounds for the 21^st year on Nov. 22.

The Durango Chamber of Commerce’s annual “Singing with Santa” holiday kick-off event returns to Main Avenue on Nov. 23.

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Squawker Cross takes over FLC rim What: The 2nd annual Squawker Cross cyclocross race Where: The Fort Lewis College campus When: All day on Sun., Nov. 11, beginning at 8 a.m. Cycling’s ultimate spectator sport rolls into Durango this Sunday. The 2nd annual Squawker Cross cyclocross race returns to Fort Lewis College on Nov. 11, and this year it brings many of the nation’s top racers with it. The race is a UCI categorized race, which means it feature some of the best pros in the country as well as many top regional competitors. The race will also get strong national media exposure. Sponsored by the Fort Lewis College Cycling Team, Squawker Cross is expected to draw about 200 competitors and 1,000 spectators. Cyclocross is perhaps the best spectator discipline of cycling, with racers negotiating numerous turns and dismounting and running with their bikes across a 2-mile course. Cyclocross is also the fastest growing discipline of cycling in the nation. Local Elite Men confirmed at the event include Todd and Troy Wells, Matt Shriver, Adam Snyder,  Joey Thompson, Ned Overend, Travis Brown and Colorado-based Team Clif Bar. Top national and international racers are also scheduled to make an appearance. The course will meander all over the Fort Lewis College campus on a great mix of grass, pavement, barriers, off-camber and a run up in the outdoor amphitheater. Over half the course, including the technical sections, is visible from near the start/finish and perfect for spectators. Back again this year is the Ska beer garden next to the barriers and announcer Dave Towle. In addition, the Zia Taqueria Airstream will be on hand with food and refreshments. For more information, visit http://cycling.fortlewis.edu.

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Mysto presents his Magic Spectacular What: A full stage show featuring illusion, magic, belly-dancing and juggling Where: The Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave. When: Sat., Nov. 10 at 7: 30 p.m.; Sun., Nov. 11 at 4 p.m. Illusion takes center stage in Durango this weekend. Mysto’s Magic Spectacular, an all-ages, full-stage show of magic, illusions, dancing and entertainment, plays on Saturday and Sunday at the Henry Strater Theatre. Directed by Sophie Hoyt, a recent Hollywood transplant, the shows will be bursting with full-stage illusions, doves, rabbits and more. Beefed up with professional lighting, sounds, special effects and directing, the stage is set to explode with sophisticated slight of hand. Joining Mysto the Magi on stage will be his assistant, Bridget Hendrix, the Mataholla Belly-dancers and Michael “the Catch-It Quick” juggler. Spotlight to Stardom winner and Mysto’s student, Mat Simonsen, will also make an appearance. No “kiddie event,” the spectacular is for all members of the family and libations will be flowing. Among other black arts, Mysto will be cutting Hendrix into thirds and levitating her. Meanwhile, Michael will showcase his mind-boggling juggling tricks, and Simonsen will challenge the audience members with his slight of hand. The Mataholla Belly-dancers will round out the event by weaving the illusion of the “Temple of Bazaares.” Tickets for the shows can be purchased at the Strater box office, Southwest Sound and online at www.durangovacations.com. A portion of the proceeds from the shows will benefit the Boys and Girls Club of La Plata County.

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‘A Safer, More Compassionate World’ What: An all-day conference on fighting poverty and eliminating the sources of terrorism Where: The Fort Lewis College Ballroom When: Sat., Nov. 10, from 9:45 a.m.-4 p.m. The Durango community and Fort Lewis College are stepping toward a more compassionate world this Saturday. An all-day conference, “A Safer, More Compassionate World,” will rally a group of local individuals and keynote speakers to demonstrate the power of small groups to fight poverty and reduce the sources of terrorism around the globe. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of La Plata and the Fort Lewis Common Reading Experience, the conference runs from 9:45 a.m.-4 p.m. in the FLC Ballroom. The organization, “Our Voices Together,” has sponsored a series of events around the country on the topic “A Safer, More Compassionate World.” The forums are highlighting ways communities can engage in what the 9/11 Commission termed the “Agenda of Opportunity” and contribute to a future without the threat of terrorism. Durango’s Nov.10 forum will focus on the ways in which small groups of people can make a difference by creating a better future for the very poorest among us. The keynote speakers will include Diane Wilson, activist and author of An Unreasonable Woman; Tom Grams, dentist to the Afghans; and John Mahan, pedal-power social entrepreneur in Nepal and Haiti. In addition, there will be a panel of local individuals who have found a way to connect with the world. For more information on the event, visit www.lwvlaplata.org & then click on “flyers and publications,” for a complete agenda.

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