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DAM presents Chatham County Line
‘Eye of Extinction’ visits Abbey Theatre
Runners return to Animas Mountain
Tour de Farms ready to ride

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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.

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

Durango Motorless Transit hosts a group trail run on the Hogsback Trails beginning at 6 p.m. Interested runners should meet at the Leyden St. 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.

Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts the kickoff event for Renny Russell’s nationwide tour in support of his new memoir, Rock Me on the Water: A Life on the Loose. Russell’s 6:30 p.m. presentation will include a slideshow and reading. 247-1438 for details.

Joyce Lyons, Lee Bartley and Chad MacCluskey perform a jazz concert at 7 p.m. at Fort Lewis College’s Roshong Recital Hall.  

The Fort Lewis College Life-Long Learning Lecture Series kicks off at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall with the talk, “Of Mice, Men and Microbes: Hantavirus in the Four Corners.”

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

Virginia McConnell Simmons kicks off the Fall Lecture Series at 7:30 p.m. at the Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave., with “The Perils of Drifting in the Early West.” The program is based on Simmons’ new book and a signing will follow. 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.

DJ Mytha spins for Pint Night at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., beginning at 10:30 p.m. 259-9200 for details

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The Southwest Colorado Peace and Justice

Coalition hosts a Peace Walk in honor of International Peace Day beginning at the corner of 11^th St. and Main at 5 p.m. Signs will be available or bring your own. 259-4185 for details.

The annual Colorfest Gallery Walk returns to downtown Durango from 5-9 p.m. Sponsored by the Durango Gallery Association, the evening includes open receptions at the association’s 10 member galleries.

Durango Nursery & Supply presents “Design Inspiration for Waterwise Gardening,” a talk and reception with authors Lauren Spring & Scott Ogden. The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. at 130 Noble Hall with appetizers, drinks and socializing with the lecture at 6:30 p.m. 259-8800 for details.

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

Blue Moon plays variety at the 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., beginning at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

The Jeff Solon Swing’n Big Band performs for dancing and listening for the Red Slipper Dance Club from 8 p.m.-midnight at the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave. Proceeds from the formal affair benefit the Volunteers of America Safe House.

The Chills play rock at the Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village at 9 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

The Mighty Diamonds, a venerable roots reggae band, play the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, at 9:30 p.m. 385-1711 for details.

Scotland Barr and the Slow Drags and Boxcar bring an evening of roots rock and alt-country 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 locally made crafts.

The 6th annual Colorado Strawbale Association Natural Building Conference meets from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Smiley Building, 1309 E. Third Ave., and includes speakers and breakout sessions on all aspects of natural home construction.4

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.

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

Durango Motorless Transit hosts a group trail run on the Hogsback Trails beginning at 6 p.m. Interested runners should meet at the Leyden St. 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.

Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts the kickoff event for Renny Russell’s nationwide tour in support of his new memoir, Rock Me on the Water: A Life on the Loose. Russell’s 6:30 p.m. presentation will include a slideshow and reading. 247-1438 for details.

Joyce Lyons, Lee Bartley and Chad MacCluskey perform a jazz concert at 7 p.m. at Fort Lewis College’s Roshong Recital Hall.  

The Fort Lewis College Life-Long Learning Lecture Series kicks off at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall with the talk, “Of Mice, Men and Microbes: Hantavirus in the Four Corners.”

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

Virginia McConnell Simmons kicks off the Fall Lecture Series at 7:30 p.m. at the Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave., with “The Perils of Drifting in the Early West.” The program is based on Simmons’ new book and a signing will follow. 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.

DJ Mytha spins for Pint Night at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., beginning at 10:30 p.m. 259-9200 for details

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The Southwest Colorado Peace and Justice Coalition hosts a Peace Walk in honor of International Peace Day beginning at the corner of 11^th St. and Main at 5 p.m. Signs will be available or bring your own. 259-4185 for details.

The annual Colorfest Gallery Walk returns to downtown Durango from 5-9 p.m. Sponsored by the Durango Gallery Association, the evening includes open receptions at the association’s 10 member galleries.

Durango Nursery & Supply presents “Design Inspiration for Waterwise Gardening,” a talk and reception with authors Lauren Spring & Scott Ogden. The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. at 130 Noble Hall with appetizers, drinks and socializing with the lecture at 6:30 p.m. 259-8800 for details.

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

Blue Moon plays variety at the 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., beginning at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

The Jeff Solon Swing’n Big Band performs for dancing and listening for the Red Slipper Dance Club from 8 p.m.-midnight at the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave. Proceeds from the formal affair benefit the Volunteers of America Safe House.

The Chills play rock at the Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village at 9 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

The Mighty Diamonds, a venerable roots reggae band, play the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, at 9:30 p.m. 385-1711 for details.

Scotland Barr and the Slow Drags and Boxcar bring an evening of roots rock and alt-country 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 locally made crafts.

The 6th annual Colorado Strawbale Association Natural Building Conference meets from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Smiley Building, 1309 E. Third Ave., and includes speakers and breakout sessions on all aspects of natural home construction.4 www.strawbaleconference.com for details.

The inaugural LPEA-United Way Flea Market Fund-raiser meets from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at LPEA’s Durango office, 45 Stewart St. in Bodo Park. Proceeds from booth rentals benefit the United Way.

The La Plata County Children, Youth and Family Master Plan committees kick-off with an inaugural meeting. The groups made up of high school students and adults will meet through April of next year. 759-9353 for details or to sign up.

The American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., Suite 282, offers a First Aid and Adult/Child/Infant CPR/AED class from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 259-5383 to pre-register.

Fort Lewis College’s Campbell Center Preschool hosts a bake sale and rummage sale fund-raiser from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in Lot D near the FLC soccer fields. Rainsite will be at the Campbell Child Care Center.

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.

Turtle Lake Refuge holds a benefit potluck/Turtle Talent Show from 5-8 p.m. at the Rocky Mountain Retreat, 848 E. Third Ave. Donations benefit Sustainable Living Education. 247-8395 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 Walker plays jazz piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

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

The Beautiful Losers play a show at The Columbine Bar, located on Grand Ave. in Mancos, at 8 p.m.

DSM Entertainment, live hip hop from Arizona, returns to the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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Chimney Rock hosts its Autunmal Equinox Sunrise Program, a 2- to 3-hour event beginning at the Sun Tower and ending at the Stone Basin. The gate will be open from 6:05 to 6:10 am. www.chimneyrockco.org for details.

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Durango, located in the Smiley Building at 1309 E. Third Ave., presents a 10 a.m. talk by Terrence J. Rynne, author of Gandhi and Jesus: The Saving Power of Nonviolence. The book has been commended by Desmond Tutu and Arun Gandhi. 884-4770 for details.

The 6th annual Colorado Strawbale Association Natural Building Conference continues at 10 a.m. with a tour of natural homes throughout La Plata County. www.strawbaleconference.com for details.

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.

The Alexander Murray Faculty Recital Series continues with the Faculty Collage Concert at 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

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.

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The League of Women Voters of La Plata County hosts Community Input Meetings on the proposed Healthcare Solutions for La Plata County. They take place from 9-10:30 a.m. at the Sun Ute Community Center; from noon-1:30 p.m. at the Pine River Public Library; and from 5:30-7:30 pm. in the Durango Recreation Center’s Peak Room.

Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, plays a solo show at El Patio, 600 Main Ave., at 5 p.m.

The San Juan Mountains Association offers a map, compass and GPS class from 6-8 p.m. The class continues on Sept. 26, 28 & 29 and is free but registration is required. Visit www.sjma.org or call 385-1256 for details.

The Animas High School hosts a public forum at 6: 30 p.m. in the Durango Recreation Center’s Twilight Room. The forum is part of the charter application review process and is a way of gauging parental and community support for the school that is proposed to open in 2008.

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 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.

Ultimate Frisbee takes place at Miller Middle School football field at 6 p.m. 903-8416. 4

1911 Main Ave., Suite 282, offers a First Aid class from 6-10 p.m. 259-5383 to pre-register.

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

Tuesday Cruiseday meets at 6:30 p.m. at Rotary Park. The cruiser ride takes place every Tuesday. 946-5847 for details.

Climber Heidi Wirtz presents the slide show/fund-raiser, “Big Wall First Ascents in the Islamic World,” at 7 p.m. in 130 Chemistry Hall at Fort Lewis College. A live auction and raffle will be held at the event, with all proceeds going to Girls Education International. 247-7293 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.

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The Fort Lewis College Center of Southwest Studies hosts an Open House and Block Party at 3 p.m.

The Smiley Garden Veggie Sale runs from 3:30 p.m. until sellout at the Smiley Building, 1309 E. Third Ave., and includes locally grown vegetables. The event takes place next to the Smiley garden every Wednesday.

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.

Durango Natural Medicine, 117 CR 250, suite A, hosts an open house, including food, drink, music and a chance to meet the practitioners, from 5-8 p.m. 247-0737 for details.

Durango Nature Studies offers Hiking the Harvest Moon from 6-8 p.m. at Purgatory Flats. DNS director, Allison Pease, will teach about cool moon facts and nighttime lore. 382-9244 ext 3 to register.

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

A discussion of Passive Solar Design, Retrofitting, and Energy Efficiency takes place at 7 p.m. at 130 Noble Hall at Fort Lewis College. The presentation’s focus is on making your home more energy efficient. 588-3641 for details.

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

The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College presents an evening with the Eric Johnson Electric Band at 7:30 p.m. Guitar Player magazine has called Johnson “one of the most respected guitar virtuosos on the planet.” www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

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.

Good Neighbors and The Big Spank play original punkish ska 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 Durango Devo Junior Cycling Team hosts the Middle & High School State Mountain Biking Championships on Sept. 22-23. Short track and Middle School XC races take place from 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Sept. 22 near FLC’s Snyder Dorms. The cross-country race runs from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sept. 23 in Horse Gulch. Visit www.durangodevo.com or call 946-1350 for details.

The Open Shutter Gallery, 755 E. Second Ave., exhibits “Spirit of the West” in celebration of the upcoming 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.

Mystical Pagosa, a holistic conference featuring readers, body workers, holistic products, crystals, minerals, jewelry, artwork, seminars, workshops and more, meets all weekend at the Archuleta County Fairgrounds. The event runs from 1-9 p.m. on Sept. 21; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Sept. 22; and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sept. 23. 800-707-3707 for details.

Alpaca breeders in this area will welcome the public to their farms for special activities celebrating “National Alpaca Farm Day” on Sept. 29-30. Visitors will be introduced to these unique animals, learn about their care and other aspects of ownership, and will have the opportunity to see how luxurious end-products are produced from their fleece. On Sept. 30, a ranch and studio tour takes place from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Rio Grande Alpacas in Hesperus. More information can be found at www.AB4C.info or by calling 883-3635.

The Durango Lively Arts Company presents “Father Joy,” a comedy/drama by Sheri Wilner and directed by Lisa Kramer, on Sept. 21, 22 & 28,29 at 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 23 & 30 at 2:30 p.m. All performances take place at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. 382-8584 for details.

The Fort Lewis College Art Gallery presents the Dale Leys Exhibit through Oct. 3. Dale Leys, Murray State Kentucky art faculty member, displays a selection of drawings that include works inspired by travel to Italy and locations in the United States. 247-7167 for details.

The Durango Arts Center Art Library, 802 E. Second Ave., exhibits “Opposites Attract,” a show of artists’ books, calligraphy, paintings, and prints, by Serafino, New Mexico artists Nancy Culmone and Paul Mauer. The exhibit continues through the end of Oct. 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, “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 Manhattan Short Film Festival brings its 12 finalists to the Abbey Theatre at part of an international screening on Sept. 27.

G. B. Cornucopia discusses “Skywatching in Chaco Canyon” on Sept. 27 as part of the Astronomy: Then and Now speaker series.

The Abbey Theatre hosts the 2^nd annual Durango “Big Lebowski” Party on Sept. 28. The event includes costumes, prizes and giveaways.

The 3rd annual Mancos Valley Balloon Festival takes place at Boyle Park on Sept. 28-30.

The 2^nd annual Durango Fall Blaze Bicycle Tour takes off from Fort Lewis College on Sept. 29 and includes 37-mile, 60-mile and 100-mile supported rides.

The 13th annual Journey of Hope 5K Family Run/Walk returns to the Fort Lewis College Rim on Sept. 29.

The third annual Household Chemical Collection Day returns to the La Plata County Fairgrounds on Sept. 29.

Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs hosts its first Senior University: Health and Wellness Day at Trimble on Sept. 29.

Wines of the San Juan will host its 5^th annual Harvest Wine Festival, including music, art, food and a grape stomp, on Sept. 29-30.

The San Juan citizens Alliance annual Oktoberfest returns to Main Avenue in Durango on Sept. 29-30.

The City of Durango’s Fall Cleanup begins on Oct. 8 for residential trash customers within the city limits.

Hillcrest Golf Course hosts the Manna Soup Kitchen Fall Classic, a four-person benefit scramble, on Oct. 6. 385-5095 for details.

The Durango Independent Film Festival’s 2^nd annual Art of Film Fund-raiser is set for Oct. 12 at the Abbey Theatre.

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

Tour de Farms to make inaugural ride

What: A bicycle tour to strengthen local farming

Where: A 5-mile circuit starting at the Durango Farmer’s Market and ending at the Smiley Building

When: Sat., Sept. 22, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m

With Tour de Fat now in the rearview, Healthy Lifestyle La Plata and New Belgium Brewing are now bringing the first annual Tour de Farms to town. Early this Saturday at 8:30 a.m., the bicycle tour takes off on a mission to visit six local sustainable and urban agricultural sites around downtown Durango. The objective is to strengthen Durango’s local and sustainable farms. Riders will pay $10 to join the ride. The fee pays for lunch and a $50 portion goes to each farm for participating.

At the sites, the riders will be treated to fresh samples of local fare as well as presentations about urban farming and gardening, seasonal foods, food preservation, and how to support local agricultural projects. The tour includes the Manna Soup Kitchen garden, two school gardens, Turtle Lake Refuge, the Durango Farmers’ Market and the Smiley Garden Project.

This event is the first of many to come. The sponsors foresee the tour branching west and north of town in subsequent years, to include sites in Hesperus as well as visiting James Ranch. In the future, sidecars may be used to allow the elderly and those unable to ride to participate.

The pedal through Durango will follow the Animas River Trail as well as bike-friendly roads. To replace calories burned on the 5-mile ride, there will be a seasonal lunch made from local ingredients at the end of the tour.

Space is limited and advance reservations are required. Register by e-mail or by calling Jeanine Justice at jjustice@sucap.org, 749-5630.

DAM present Chatham County Line

What: A show from the North Carolina bluegrass/rock band

Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College

When: Sat., Sept. 22 at 9 p.m.

Strings from North Carolina take over the Abbey Theatre this week. Chatham County Line makes a return trip to Durango on Sept. 22 for the 9 p.m. Durango Acoustic Music show.

The Asheville, N.C., band is commonly lumped into the bluegrass genre. However, there are strong rock ‘n roll and classic country undercurrents in their music. “We see ourselves more like a rock band without a drummer and cables than a 1940s traditional bluegrass band,” singer Dave Wilson explained. “You see us up there with acoustic guitar, mandolin, fiddle, banjo, stand-up bass, singing into a single microphone, all wearing suits, and you think we’re a gonna sound like the Kingston Trio, but listen up ’cause you’re gonna get rocked.”

Chatham County Line’s debut album hit in 2003, and they’ve been on a tear since. The four-member group won the 2004 RockyGrass Band Competition and last visited Durango to headline the 2006 Durango Bluegrass Meltdown. When they’re not out on their own, they often serve as the backing band for alt-country darling Tift Merritt.

Advance tickets are available at Southwest Sound, Canyon Music and the Abbey Theatre. For more information, call 395-1711.

Runners return to Animas Mountain

What: The Animas Mountain Mug Run

Where: Animas Mountain

When: Sun., Sept. 23 with registration from 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Animas Mountain provides the finale for the Alpine Bank Trail Series this Sunday. The Animas Mountain Mug Run returns to Durango on Sept. 23, and proceeds benefit Durango Parks and Recreation, Habitat for Humanity and the Southwest Conservation Corps.

Taking off from the Animas Mountain Trailhead at 10 a.m., the classic Animas Mountain Mug Run features a challenging 6.6-mile and a fun, 1-mile course. Casual walkers and serious runners alike are invited to participate in the Alpine Bank Trail Series finale. All participants will receive a commemorative mug, created by local ceramic artist Milt Beens.

Following completion of the race, Zia Taqueria will host the post-series celebration and ceremony.  During the event, racers, friends and family members can enjoy food and beverages compliments Zia and live music by The Stillwater Jazz Combo.  

Race-day registration and check-in takes place from 8:30-9:30 a.m., and parking for the race will be available at the new Habitat for Humanity location at 3001 North Main. For additional information, contact the Durango Parks and Recreation Department at 375-7306.

‘Eye of Extinction’ visits Abbey Theatre

What: “Looking into the Eye of Extinction,” a film by Ryan Killackey

Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College

When: Sun., Sept. 23 at 1 & 3 p.m.  

A new, wildlife conservation film goes on screen at the Abbey Theatre this week. Filmmaker Ryan Killackey will introduce his film “Looking into the Eye of Extinction” this Sun., Sept. 23. He’ll be on hand to take questions before the film screens.

Born in Chicago, Killackey graduated from the University of Montana with a degree in wildlife biology. Subsequently he worked as a biologist in Alaska, but his passion lies with reptile and amphibian conservation. Killackey lived in Ecuador for 14 months to study and film many wildlife species that are on the brink of extinction.

The film runs 65-minutes and explores the threats as well as conservation efforts to be found in the Amazon River Basin, the Galapagos Islands and the Andes. In Ecuador, Killackey portrays the struggle of one indigenous Amazonian community. He also focuses on the giant crocodiles of the Amazon, the giant tortoises in the Galapagos, and he even captures footage of a political riot in Quito.

The film shows at 1 and 3 p.m. and will be accompanied by an exhibition of 20 wildlife photographs. For more information, contact the Abbey at 385-1711.

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DAM presents Chatham County Line What: A show from the North Carolina bluegrass/rock band Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College When: Sat., Sept. 22 at 9 p.m. Strings from North Carolina take over the Abbey Theatre this week. Chatham County Line makes a return trip to Durango on Sept. 22 for the 9 p.m. Durango Acoustic Music show. The Asheville, N.C., band is commonly lumped into the bluegrass genre. However, there are strong rock ‘n roll and classic country undercurrents in their music. “We see ourselves more like a rock band without a drummer and cables than a 1940s traditional bluegrass band,” singer Dave Wilson explained. “You see us up there with acoustic guitar, mandolin, fiddle, banjo, stand-up bass, singing into a single microphone, all wearing suits, and you think we’re a gonna sound like the Kingston Trio, but listen up ’cause you’re gonna get rocked.” Chatham County Line’s debut album hit in 2003, and they’ve been on a tear since. The four-member group won the 2004 RockyGrass Band Competition and last visited Durango to headline the 2006 Durango Bluegrass Meltdown. When they’re not out on their own, they often serve as the backing band for alt-country darling Tift Merritt. Advance tickets are available at Southwest Sound, Canyon Music and the Abbey Theatre. For more information, call 395-1711.

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‘Eye of Extinction’ visits Abbey Theatre What: “Looking into the Eye of Extinction,” a documentary film by Ryan Killackey Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College When: Sun., Sept. 23 at 1 & 3 p.m.   A new, wildlife conservation film goes on screen at the Abbey Theatre this week. Filmmaker Ryan Killackey will introduce his film “Looking into the Eye of Extinction” this Sun., Sept. 23. He’ll be on hand to take questions before the film screens. Born in Chicago, Killackey graduated from the University of Montana with a degree in wildlife biology. Subsequently he worked as a biologist in Alaska, but his passion lies with reptile and amphibian conservation. Killackey lived in Ecuador for 14 months to study and film many wildlife species that are on the brink of extinction. The film runs 65-minutes and explores the threats as well as conservation efforts to be found in the Amazon River Basin, the Galapagos Islands and the Andes. In Ecuador, Killackey portrays the struggle of one indigenous Amazonian community. He also focuses on the giant crocodiles of the Amazon, the giant tortoises in the Galapagos, and he even captures footage of a political riot in Quito. The film shows at 1 and 3 p.m. and will be accompanied by an exhibition of 20 wildlife photographs. For more information, contact the Abbey at 385-1711.

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Runners return to Animas Mountain What: The Animas Mountain Mug Run Where: Animas Mountain When: Sun., Sept. 23 with registration from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Animas Mountain provides the finale for the Alpine Bank Trail Series this Sunday. The Animas Mountain Mug Run returns to Durango on Sept. 23, and proceeds benefit Durango Parks and Recreation, Habitat for Humanity and the Southwest Conservation Corps. Taking off from the Animas Mountain Trailhead at 10 a.m., the classic Animas Mountain Mug Run features a challenging 6.6-mile and a fun, 1-mile course. Casual walkers and serious runners alike are invited to participate in the Alpine Bank Trail Series finale. All participants will receive a commemorative mug, created by local ceramic artist Milt Beens. Following completion of the race, Zia Taqueria will host the post-series celebration and ceremony.  During the event, racers, friends and family members can enjoy food and beverages compliments of Zia and live music by The Stillwater Jazz Combo.   Race-day registration and check-in takes place from 8: 30-9:30 a.m., and parking for the race will be available at the new Habitat for Humanity location at 3001 North Main. For additional information, contact the Durango Parks and Recreation Department at 375-7306.

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Tour de Farms ready to ride What: A bicycle tour to strengthen local farming Where: A 5-mile circuit starting at the Durango Farmer’s Market and ending at the Smiley Building When: Sat., Sept. 22, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m With Tour de Fat now in the rearview, Healthy Lifestyle La Plata and New Belgium Brewing are now bringing the first annual Tour de Farms to town. Early this Saturday at 8:30 a.m., the bicycle tour takes off on a mission to visit six local sustainable and urban agricultural sites around downtown Durango. The objective is to strengthen Durango’s local and sustainable farms. Riders will pay $10 to join the ride. The fee pays for lunch and a $50 portion goes to each farm for participating. At the sites, the riders will be treated to fresh samples of local fare as well as presentations about urban farming and gardening, seasonal foods, food preservation, and how to support local agricultural projects. The tour includes the Manna Soup Kitchen garden, two school gardens, Turtle Lake Refuge, the Durango Farmers’ Market and the Smiley Garden Project. This event is the first of many to come. The sponsors foresee the tour branching west and north of town in subsequent years, to include sites in Hesperus as well as visiting James Ranch. In the future, sidecars may be used to allow the elderly and those unable to ride to participate. The pedal through Durango will follow the Animas River Trail as well as bike-friendly roads. To replace calories burned on the 5-mile ride, there will be a seasonal lunch made from local ingredients at the end of the tour. Space is limited and advance reservations are required. Register by e-mail or by calling Jeanine Justice at jjustice@sucap.org, 749-5630.

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