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KDUR’s membership drive continues

Lama Lobsang visits the Durango area
Aesop Rock brings Hip-hop to the Abbey
Humane Society celebrates Mutt-Strut

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The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., offers the Kid’s Paint Bar from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Art-loving kids can paint, draw, construct and explore a variety of creative activities in the space. 259-2606 for details.

The Mancos Farmer’s Market meets from 4-7 p.m. in Boyle Park. The market runs every Thursday through Oct. 18. 533-7725 for details.

The Miserabillies perform at the Mancos Town Park from 5-7 p.m. 533-7300 for details.

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

Ultimate Frisbee takes place at Miller Middle School football field at 6 p.m. 903-8416 for details.

The American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., Suite 282, offers an Adult CPR/AED class from 6-10 p.m. 259-5383 to pre-register.

Durango Motorless Transit hosts a group trail run on the Spirit Trail beginning at 6 p.m. Interested runners should meet at the Leyden Street trailhead. 946-5557 for directions.

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.

The Fort Lewis College Life-Long Learning Lecture Series continues at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall with the talk, “Aborglyphs: Hispanic Aspen Tree Art.” 

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

The Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave., presents “Ragtime Days to Atomic Tomorrows,” a 7:30 p.m. talk by Duane Smith based on his new book, Durango Diary 11. 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.

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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.

The Durango Chamber of Commerce hosts the 6th annual “Business to Business” Table Top Expo from 5-7 p.m. during the monthly Business After Hours event at the DoubleTree Hotel. More than 30 exhibitors will be on hand for a “show and tell” type business extravaganza. 247-0312 for details.

The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, hosts the Durango Independent Film Festival’s second annual Art of Film fund-raiser at 6 p.m. www.durangofilm.org for details.  

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

The Durango Choral Society kicks off its 37th season with “He & She,” the annual musical battle of the sexes, at 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Church, 910 E. Third Ave.

Mercy Regional Medical Center presents the introductory session of “Radical Compassion: An Experiential Workshop in Nonviolent Communication” from 7-9 p.m. The workshop will be facilitated by certified trainers from the Center for Nonviolent Communication. 764-2340 to reserve a space.

The 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., hosts “You’re the DJ” free jukebox beginning at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

Feral Cur plays fossil rock and country at the Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village at 9 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

The Good Neighbors bring their alternative, rock and funk to the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The Durango Farmer’s Market meets from 8 a.m.-noon in the First National Bank of Durango parking lot, 259 W. 9^th St. The event includes produce from local farmers, prepared food items and 4

locally made crafts. The final regular farmer’s market of the season is scheduled for Oct. 22.

The American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., Suite 282, offers an Adult CPR/AED and First Aid class from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 259-5383 to pre-register.

Fort Lewis College hosts an Inventors’ Boot Camp at 9 a.m. in 108 Education Business Hall.

The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., offers the Kid’s Paint Bar from noon-4 p.m. Art-loving kids can paint, draw, construct and explore a variety of creative activities in the space. 259-2606 for details.

The Durango Discovery Museum hosts a free Powerhouse Play Day and Open House from 1-4 p.m. at the Powerhouse, 1333 Camino del Rio. The afternoon includes: tours of the renovated powerhouse; demonstrations; music and giveaways; and a chance to comment on new design concepts. www.durangodiscovery.org 

Kirk James plays solo blues at Steamworks Brewery in Bayfield from 5-8 p.m.

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

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

Artist Angus Macpherson will discuss “Streambeds and Thunderheads” at the free BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair) Talk at Karyn Gabaldon Fine Arts, 680 Main Ave., at 7 p.m.

Jack Ellis & Larry Carver play high-altitude blues at Rubio’s in Aztec at 7 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 Chills play a rock concert at the Columbine Bar, located on Grand Ave. in Mancos, at 8 p.m.

The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, screens the locally produced film, “Face Eater,” at 9 p.m. 385-1711.

J. Wail and MO2 perform organic electronica at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324.

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Durango BMX hosts its weekly races with sign ups from 1-2 p.m. and racing to follow. Racing will continue every Sunday and Wednesday through October. www.durangobmx.com for details.

Durango Natural Foods hosts its annual Member Gathering from 1-3 p.m. in the Durango Recreation Center’s Peaks Room. Members are encouraged to bring a dish to share.

DJ I-Gene spins for a 4 p.m. fund-raiser and silent auction for long-time employee Russell Carter at the Carver Brewing Co., 1022 Main Ave. Suggested donation includes a free Babylon Collapse Sound System CD. 259-2545 for details.

The Fort Lewis College Percussion Ensemble performs “American Gamelon,” in celebration of American composer Lou Harrison’s 90^th birthday, at 7 p.m. in the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com 

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.

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Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, performs a solo show at El Patio, 600 Main Ave., starting at 4:30 p.m.

The League of Women Voters of La Plata County hosts a candidates forum for the Durango School District 9-R board from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Durango City Council Chambers, 949 E. Second Ave. Email lwvlpc@aol.com for details.

The La Plata Democratic Executive Committee meets with prospective candidates for 2008 at 5:30 p.m. at the La Plata County Courthouse. The group is looking for candidates for two critical races next year.

Singer-songwriter Terry Rickard plays his weekly gig at Joel’s, 119 W. 8^th St., starting at 8 p.m.

An open-level Latin/Salsa Dance Party takes4

 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.

Ultimate Frisbee takes place at Miller Middle School football field at 6 p.m. 903-8416 for details.

Lacey Black plays jazz piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., from 6-9 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.

DJ I-Gene spins 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 Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., offers the Kid’s Paint Bar for “Happy Hours” from 3:30-5:30 p.m. The bar is open to all ages. 259-2606 for details.

The Outdoor Pursuits program at Fort Lewis College holds a silent auction of surplus outdoor equipment from 5-7 p.m. in the College Union Building Ballroom. Tents, sleeping bags, mountain bikes and skis are just some of the items. Public viewing of the items in the sale begins at 5 p.m. 247-7293 for details.

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

Singer-songwriter Terry Rickard plays the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.

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.

Guitar virtuoso Andreas Kapsalis performs at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 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 presents the David Hunt Ceramic Invitational Exhibition, an annual invitational ceramic exhibition and sale showcasing the work of 12 area artists. The exhibition runs through Oct. 31 and includes work by: Leon Arledge, Judith Brey, Boots Brown, Chyako Hashimoto, Peter Karner, Jennifer Neff, Lisa Pedolsky, Cole Taylor, Carolyn Kendrick, Scott Roberts and Kay H. Roberts. 247-7167 for details.

The Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., hosts “Important Works,” through Oct. 31. The national art show was juried by Brandon Donahue of Colorado, Sara Sense of California and Soni Caballero of New York.

The Open Shutter Gallery, 755 E. Second Ave., exhibits “Spirit of the West” in celebration of the Cowboy Gathering and Horse Expo. The exhibit highlights the unique and varied work of both locally and nationally known photographers whom have been published in magazines such as Lens Work, Camera and Darkroom, Photo Insider and Western Styles. Eight photographers are displaying fine art Western images in black and white and color. The show continues through Oct. 31. 382-8355 or www.openshuttergallery.com for details.

The Durango Recreation Center Art Gallery hosts paintings and photos by Thaddine Swift Eagle, an encore exhibit. The show will be on display through Oct. 31.

The Durango Arts Center Art Library, 802 E. Second Ave., exhibits “Opposites Attract,” a show of artists’ books, calligraphy, paintings, and prints, by Serafino, N.M., artists Nancy Culmone and Paul Mauer. The exhibit continues through the end of October. 259-2606 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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The FLC Theatre Department will present “Speak Truth to Power: Voices from Beyond the Dark,” opening on Oct. 18. The play includes a photographic exhibit and talks by two human rights defenders, Harry Wu and Marina Pisklakova-Parker.

The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College has rescheduled the John Cowan Band for Oct. 18. The show was postponed because of health issues.

The Durango Friends of the Arts hosts its annual fall fund-raising luncheon and fashion show, “Animas Autumn,” on Oct. 18.

Photographer Bruce Anderson will address the Durango Photography Club on Oct. 18 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds.

“Mallethead” and “Durango DEVO,” two local bicycle documentaries, screen on Oct. 19 at the Smiley Theatre. Partial proceeds will benefit a local bike co-op.

Fort Lewis College celebrates Homecoming Weekend on Oct. 19-21. The event kicks off with an Oct. 19 parade and campus bonfire.

Dance of the Dead, an evening of world dance, lands at the Smiley Theatre on Oct. 20. Proceeds benefit Southwest Center for Independence.

Mirabai Ceiba, a duet from Germany and Mexico, will perform spiritual chants and original songs on Oct. 20 at St. Mark’s Church.

The Summit hosts the Dead Fest live awards show on Oct. 20 featuring music from San Francisco bands, The Tunnel and French Miami, and local band, The Freeman Social

Dr. Joe Dispenza, internationally known author, researcher and teacher featured in the hit movie “What The Bleep Do We Know?,” returns to Pagosa Springs on Oct. 20.

Sam Keen, noted author and speaker, will speak at the Main Book Company in Cortez on Oct. 20.

Honky tonk legend Ray Price plays an Oct. 21 show at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College.

The Motet returns to the Abbey Theatre on Oct. 24 for its 10th annual Halloween performance.

The recently formed Four Corners Astrology Guild meets on Oct. 25 at Under the Rainbow.

The fourth annual Arts and Crafts Era Conference and Marketplace returns from Oct. 25-28 to the Strater Hotel and Durango Arts Center.  

The Medicine Horse Center’s 7^th annual MusicFest & Silent Auction Benefit is scheduled for Oct. 27 at the Mancos Opera House.

Healthy Lifestyle La Plata hosts the Southwest Colorado Worksite Wellness Conference on Nov. 1 at Fort Lewis College.

Habitat for Humanity will host its 9^th annual Wine Tasting Gala & Silent Auction on Nov. 2 at the Doubletree Hotel Ballroom.

The 11^th annual AIDS Benefit and Silent Auction returns to the Durango Arts Center on Nov. 3.

Ana Baca, author of Mama Flea’s Girls, will appear at Blue Lake Ranch on Nov. 3 in a fund-raiser for the new Durango Public Library.

Euforquestra, the 7-piece afrobeat, funk, samba band, returns to the Summit on Nov. 3.

A pre-Thanksgiving Farmer’s Market meets on Nov. 14 in the First National Bank of Durango parking lot.

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KDUR’s membership drive continues What: “People Powering Radio Powering People,” KDUR’s Fall Membership Drive  Where: 91.9 and 93.9 FM and at www.kdur.org When: Through Oct. 12  Durango has a chance to give something back to the local airwaves this week. “People Powering Radio Powering People,” KDUR’s Fall Membership Drive, continues through Oct. 12. For 33 years, KDUR has been Durango’s community radio station. A source of diverse music, community information and announcements, and world news, KDUR is driven by the support of community members and Fort Lewis College faculty, staff and students.  With the theme, “Power On,” KDUR kicked off its Fall Membership Drive on Oct. 5. But more than simply raising money to keep the power on at the studio, the fund-raiser aims to help KDUR continue providing unique training and learning experiences. Over the years, thousands of FLC students and community members have volunteered at the station as DJs, program hosts, music directors, managers, and event organizers and promoters. The “Power On” theme also serves as a rallying cry as KDUR begins a multi-year effort to upgrade the station’s transmission power from the current 150 watts to 6,000. The power increase will improve signal strength, and a new transmitting tower placed on the college rim will improve community coverage. For more information on the Fall Membership Drive and to pledge your support, tune in through Oct. 12 at 91.9 or 93.9 FM, call 247-7262 or visit www.kdur.org.

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Lama Lobsang visits the Durango area What: A free talk, meet-and-greet and workshop with the esteemed Tibetan Buddhist Where: All over the Durango area When: Oct. 15-21, with a public talk at 7 p.m. on Oct. 17 in the Memorial Student Lounge Tibetan Buddhism sweeps through Durango next week. Tulku Lama Lobsang, an esteemed Tibetan Buddhist monk, astrologer and doctor, will be in the region from Oct. 15-21, and will give a free public talk Oct. 17. Lama Lobsang was born in northeastern Tibet and re­cognized as the 8th Reincarnation of the Nyentse-Lama at the age of 13 after impressing peo­ple with his immense healing power. In the following years, Lama Lobsang pursued an intense education in medicine, astrology and diffe­rent Buddhist practices. At the age of 17, he left Tibet for south India to deepen and complete his studies, and in 2002 he established the Buddhist medical centre Nangten Menlang in North India. Every year, Tulku Lama Lobsang travels through Europe, Asia and the Americas to pass his profound knowledge on to his students. His aim is to protect the an­cient tantric healing knowledge and the Tibetan cultural heritage by sharing it with us. His highest concern is reducing the suffering in the world through cultural ex­change. Next week, Lama Lobsang’s travels bring him to Durango. On Mon., Oct. 15, Durangoans are invited to meet the Lama at 5:30 p.m. at the Durango Dharma Center, 2530 Colorado Ave. On Oct. 17, Lama Lobsang will give a free talk, “Finding Your Way: Giving Direction and Meaning to Your Life,” at 7 p.m. in the Fort Lewis College Memorial Student Lounge. All donations will go to the Nangten Menlang Medical Center. In addition, Lama Lobsang will conduct the workshop, “The Wisdom Sword Teaching: Techniques to Purify Mind and Body,” all day on Oct. 20 & 21. For more information on any of the events, contact Tuwanasavi Center at (970)426-9653.

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Aesop Rock brings Hip-hop to the Abbey What: A concert from the New York underground hip-hop artist Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College When: Mon., Oct. 15 at 10 p.m.  The man credited with revolutionizing the face of underground hip-hop gives a local performance this week. Aesop Rock (aka Ian Bavitz) plays the Abbey Theatre on Mon., Oct. 15. Aesop Rock kicked off the current decade with a slew of influential releases including 2000’s “Float” and 2001’s “Labor Days.” His most recent EP, 2004’s “Fast Cars, Danger, Fire and Knives” proves that Aesop Rock is not resting on his past laurels. The musician has also branched out in recent years. After the release of “Fast Cars,” Aesop defied convention and collaborated with visual artist Jeremy Fish on The Next Best Thing, a “short story posing as children’s book.” He also scored original music for two short films, “Fishtales” directed by Jeremy Fish, and “Walleyball,” released by McSweeney’s Wholphin series. Early 2007 saw the release of Aesop’s unique and invigorating “All Day,” a 45-minute continuous mix commissioned by Nike for its “Original Run” series. Citing these efforts Blender Magazine wrote, “Aesop Rock is indie rap’s surrealist, a spewer and sneerer given to oblique code and artfully jumbled syntax. His voice is a bassy, agile instrument that rhymes ‘evil’ gracefully with ‘amoeba.’” New York Magazine commented, “Rapper Aesop Rock manages to stand out thanks to a vulnerable storytelling style that’s all too rare among the genre’s tough guys.” Aesop is now touring on the back of his latest release, “None Shall Pass.” The album touches on the experiences all humans encounter as they reach the age of adulthood. Forgoing the typical hip-hop stance, Aesop Rock investigates and examines himself and others on “None Shall Pass,” and next Monday, Durango will get a good sampling. The Oct. 15 concert gets under way at 10 p.m. For more information, visit www.abbeytheatre.com or call 385-1711.

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Humane Society celebrates Mutt-Strut What: The 7th annual Mutt-Strut and Adopt-a-Thon Where: Santa Rita Park   When: Sun., Oct. 14 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. It’s once again time for Durango to get out and strut its mutts. The La Plata County Humane Society is hosting its 7th annual Mutt-Strut and Adopt-a-Thon this Sunday. The event takes place at Santa Rita Park from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The day is an animal-filled/oriented day of strutting, festivities, food, contests, prizes and meeting shelter dogs. The event supports our homeless, four-legged friends of La Plata County, with shelter mutts strutting their stuff in hopes of finding new homes. All animal lovers are encouraged to join the fun, whether they currently have a pet or not. People without their own mutts are encouraged to support the shelter by strutting one of shelter’s. The fund-raising event includes an “official strut” followed by an afternoon of activities, games, local pet-related vendors and obedience/agility demos. A panel of judges will also give prizes for: Best Trick, Best Singer, Best Treat Catch, Best Dressed, and La Plata County’s Ugliest Dog. An outdoor concession wagon will also be on hand serving food. To register for the Mutt Strut, just stop by the registration table the day of the event. All proceeds benefit the animals of the La Plata County Humane Society, and owners are asked to remember that city ordinance requires all dogs be leashed. For more information on the event, call 259-2847.

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