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Abbey hosts benefit screening of ‘FLOW’
FLC celebrates Hispanic heritage
The Festival of Trees returns to Durango
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The Fort Lewis College Art Gallery hosts a 4: 30 p.m. reception for the new Senior Art Major Exhibition. Singer-songwriter Greg Ryder plays the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5 p.m. The Jeff Solon Jazz Duo performs its weekly gig in the bar at Mutu’s, 701 E. Second Ave., from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The celebration of the new Durango Public Library continues at 6 p.m. with Judith Reynolds presenting “Evoking the Inner Life, Images of Reading in Art.” The event includes a wine and cheese reception. 375-3380 for details. The Fort Lewis Music Department presents “Essences of percussion,” featuring the music of Steve Reich, Nigel Westlake and David J. Long at 7 p.m. at the Community Concert Hall. www.durangoconcerts.com for details. Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, performs solo at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., starting at 7 p.m. Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., offers Salsa Night. The evening includes salsa lessons from 7-7:30 p.m. and DJ Twelfth Night spinning on the patio until 11 p.m. 259-9018. The 8th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., offers karaoke from 8 p.m. to close. 259-8801 for details. Megaphon, a new four-piece Durango band, bring acid jazz and fusion to the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details. top
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The 34th annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival kicks off at the La Plata County Fairgrounds from noon-5 p.m. The festival continues from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Dec. 6 and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Dec. 7. 247-2117. El Centro de Muchos Colores and the Unity Project of La Plata County present the annual Las Posadas procession and potluck from 3-5 p.m. at Fort Lewis College. The event begins with the annual procession across campus at 3 p.m., followed by the potluck in Reed Library at 5 p.m. 247-7654. 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. The Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave., hosts its annual Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale from 5-7 p.m. The event includes more than 26 local vendors and continues from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Dec. 6. 259-2402. The celebration of the new Durango Public Library continues with a 5:30 p.m. library opening gala. Deanna Marcum, of the Library of Congress, will speak, and there will be a champagne reception and fireworks display. 375-3380. Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents live music from The Good Neighbors from 5:30-8:30 p.m. 259-9018 . Karyn Gabaldon Fine Arts, 680 Main Ave., opens its 26th anniversary Holiday Show from 6-8 p.m. The show features new work from Gabaldon and runs through December. Singer-songwriter Tim Guidotti plays the first of two shows at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 6 p.m. Gary B. Walker plays jazz piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 247-4433. The Fort Lewis College Music Department presents its annual Holiday Bash at 7 p.m. at the Community Concert Hall. The department’s bands and choirs will perform. www.durangoconcerts.com. The Center of Light Dolores screens “What Would Jesus Buy?” at 7 p.m. for its Conscious Movie Night. 882-4920 to RSVP. Jack Ellis & Larry Carver play high-altitude blues, rock and folk at the 8th Avenue Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., starting at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details. Cosmic Accident plays a free show at the Billy Goat Saloon on Highway 160 in Gem Village starting at 8 p.m. 884-9155 for details. Local favorites Nosotros bring Latin and salsa back to the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324. Nick Britt plays acoustic alternative rock at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200. top
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The American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., offers an Adult Child & Infant CPR/AED & Standard First Aid class from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 259-5383 to register. The Durango Cyclery presents the Muscle Cross cyclocross race at Buckley Park beginning at 10 a.m. 247-0747 for details. The celebration of the new Durango Public Library continues from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with “A Celebration of Family and Cultures.” John Nichols, author of The Milagro Beanfield War, will speak at 2 & 7 p.m. The talks are free but participants must have tickets. 375-3380. Santa, Mrs. Claus and their workshop will land in the lobby of the Crossroads Building, 1099 Main Ave., from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Photographers Paul Boyer & Allison Ragsdale will be on hand, and proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County. 422-4701 for details. The Dolores River Brewery Holiday Arts & Crafts Show takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Work in a variety of mediums will be on display and for sale during the annual show. The Durango Arts Center Paint Bar, 802 E. Second Ave., offers a paint and story program from 11 a.m.-noon for ages 5 and up. Open Studio for kids and adults runs from noon-4 p.m. 259-2606 for details. Kirk James plays solo blues at Steamworks in Bayfield, 442 Wolverine Dr., from 5-8 p.m. 884-7837 for details. The monthly Contra Dance returns to the Senior Center, 2424 Main Ave., with a 6 p.m. community potluck, beginner dance instruction at 7 p.m. and the dance at 7:30 p.m. The Virginia Creepers Band will provide the music. 385-9292. Tim Guidotti returns to the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 6 p.m. 4 Tom MacCluskey performs on piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 247-4433. The 8th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., offers karaoke from 8 p.m. to close. 259-8801 for details. Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents a DJ spinning dance music from 9 p.m.-close. 259-9018. The Summit, 600 Main Ave., hosts a Soda Jerks CD release party at 9:30 p.m. The Formless, the Lawn Chair Kings and The Boycotts will all perform. 247-2324. The Good Neighbors bring local alternative rock/funk to Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200. top
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Cyclocross racing draws to a close at the Fort Lewis College Stadium at 10 a.m. There are categories for male, female and masters racers along with prizes for each category. A Squawker Cup awards ceremony/Durango CX celebration will follow at the Irish Embassy at 5 p.m. http://cycling.fortlewis.edu . The celebration of the new Durango Public Library draws to a close at noon with a free screening of the film, “Milagro Beanfield War.” 375-3380. A celebration of Peggy Maloney’s life takes place at 2 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. The local jeweler and former Fort Lewis professor died in a car accident on Thanksgiving Day. 259-2606. The Durango/Four Corners Chapter of PFLAG (Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays) meets from 3 to 5 p.m. for holiday fellowship. 799-0482 for directions. The Durango Choral Society presents its annual “Holiday Fiesta” at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College with shows at 3 & 7 p.m. Mariachi Durango will be the featured group at the concert, and all three DCS choirs will perform. www.durangoconcerts.com for details. Yogadurango, 1485 Florida Rd., offers a free Intro to Hot Vinyasa from 4-5:15 p.m. 946-8961 for details. Jack Ellis & Larry Carver play at JJ’s Riverwalk Restaurant & Pub in Pagosa Springs at 5:30 p.m. Joel Racheff plays 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., beginning at 7:30 p.m. The 8th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., offers karaoke from 8 p.m. to close. 259-8801 for details. The La Plata Unity Project presents World Dance Night at Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., from 9 p.m.-close. The event will return on the first Sunday of every month. 259-9018 for details. top
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A showcase of the Fort Lewis College Community-Based Learning projects meets from 4-6 p.m. at the Memorial Student Lounge. Faculty and students will display projects they’ve worked on the assist the community. 247-7183 for details. Joel Racheff plays at The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5 p.m. A free doing you own divorce and/or custody workshop meets at 6 p.m. in the conference room at the Commons Building, 701 Camino del Rio. Anyone wishing to apply for the free book of forms and instructions is encouraged to arrive ten minutes early. 247-0266 for details. The Durango Youth Symphony plays its annual winter concert at 7 p.m. at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com for details. Singer-songwriter Tim Guidotti plays the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m. The 8th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., hosts open mic night from 8 p.m. to close. 259-8801 for details. Singer-songwriter Terry Rickard plays an 8 p.m.-midnight show at Joel’s, 119 W. 8th St. 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. top
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A Kindred Spirit Art Class meets at the Four Corners Health Care Center from 10:15-11:15 a.m. Materials are supplied and the class is open to everyone. 759-5246 for details. The Durango Arts Center’s Paint Bar, 802 E. Second Ave., offers Supermud, clay for kids. Ages 4-7 meet from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 8-12 meet from 4:40-5:40 p.m. The Paint Bar also offers after-school hours from 3:30-5:30 p.m. 259-2606 for details. Singer-songwriter Terry Rickard plays at The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5 p.m. Mill Street Brews, 25 Mill St. in Bayfield, hosts an open jam session beginning at 6 p.m. The event meets every Tuesday evening. 884-7070 for details. Durango’s Reid Ross reads from and signs copies of his new book, Lincoln’s Veteran Volunteers Win the War, at 6:30 p.m. at Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave. 247-1438 for details. The Summit, 600 Main Ave., presents open mic night with Matt Dyer of Mr. Nobody Productions from 7 p.m.-midnight. Bands and DJs are welcome. 247-2324 for details. Acoustic folk/pop/indie troubadours Annie Brooks and Cyle Talley split a set of originals at the Durango Coffee Co., 730 Main Ave., from 7-9 p.m. Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., hosts live music from 8 p.m.-close. 259-9018 for details. top
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El Centro de Muchos Colores sponsors Latino College Day from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Fort Lewis. More than 100 area high school students will visit the campus for a day of talks and tours. 247-7654 for details. 4 The FLC Small Business Development Center offers a Starting Your Business Workshop at 8:30 a.m. at the Durango Recreation Center. 247-7009 to register. The Durango Arts Center Paint Bar, 802 E. Second Ave., offers Preschool Paint from 11 a.m.-noon. 259-2606 for details. The Green Business Roundtable returns to the Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave., at noon. Gareth Martins, of Osprey Packs Inc., discusses “The Evolution of Sustainability in an Outdoor Company.” 259-3583 to RSVP. Magician Ann Lincoln performs a free show, “Ann Lincoln’s Winter at the Magic Castle,” from 4-5 p.m. at the Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield. 884-2222 for details. Animas SDS (Students for a Democratic Society), Durango’s only independent, radical, anti-authoritarian student & youth collective, meets every Wednesday from 5-6 p.m. in a top-secret location. Email animas-sds@riseup.net for details. Greg Ryder returns to The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5 p.m. An open bluegrass jam meets from 6-8 p.m. at the Durango Brewing Co., 3000 Main Ave. The circle gathers every Wednesday. 247-1264 for details. The Durango Chess Club gathers for its weekly meeting at Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College, at 6:30 p.m. Lacey Black plays solo piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 6:30 p.m. Singer-songwriter Terry Rickard plays the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m. Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, performs solo at Joel’s starting at 8 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. Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., hosts DJ Bank spinning dance music from 9 p.m.-close. 259-9018 for details. top
Ongoing
The Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave., hosts “Kiua – The Pottery of Santo Domingo Pueblo,” an exhibit featuring pottery dating from the early 20th century to contemporary pieces. Most of the historic pieces were originally collected by the Durango Public Library. 259-2402. Durango’s Festival of Trees is on display at the D&SNGRR Train Museum daily through Dec. 6. Guests can bid on 60 decorated wreaths and trees (with presents underneath) at the silent auction and drawing, and a Murder Mystery Dinner is set for Dec. 5. All proceeds benefit Community Connections. 259-2464. The Yule of the Arts arts and crafts fair meets in the Durango Mall Commons Area from Dec. 10-24. 247-2117 for details. The Main Book Co. & The Gallery, located in Cortez, offers an art exhibit featuring the nature photography of Steve Sykes and the sculptures of bronze artists’ Veryl Goodnight and Patsy Davis, both of Mancos. An opening reception is set for 5-7 p.m. on Dec. 5. 565-8158 for details. A Local Artists Holiday Sale meets from Nov. 28-Dec. 24 at 473 College. The sale is open daily from 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. and includes tie-dye, hand blown glass, photography, jewelry and more. The Fort Lewis College Art Gallery presents the Senior Art Major’s Exhibition through Dec. 18. The show is a culmination of the students’ FLC coursework, with senior-level Art majors participating. The work includes a mixture of traditional and non-traditional media, with sculpture, ceramic, blown glass, drawing, painting, graphic design, printmaking and photography among the selections. The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., hosts the Holiday Art Olé exhibit. The boutique of juried art offers unique handmade holiday gift items by local and regional artists. A mixed media show by artist Mike Brieger will be on display at the Arts Library gallery through the end December. 259-2606. The Open Shutter Gallery, 735 Main Ave., exhibits the black and white fine art photography of Paul Caponigro through Dec. 10. Caponigro’s prints are some of the finest ever created in photography. 382-8355 for details. Pure Soul Coffee House, 40 Town Plaza, hosts a photography/poetry show from Paul Pennington and Greg Moore through the end of December. 259-5499. The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College exhibits Ruben Archuleta sculptures for a Dia de los Muertos exhibit. Transitions: Navajo Weaving 1880-1920, and Wish You Were Here: Postcards from the Southwest are also on display along with 100 Contemporary Works from Native Artists and selections from Ben Nighthorse Jewelry. Visit http: //swcenter.fortlewis.edu or call 247-7456 for more information The Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave., host the exhibit “Durango’s Strangest Shootout- The Day the Marshal Killed the Sheriff.” This show reveals one of Durango’s most tragic events, when two lawmen shot it out on Main Avenue. 259-2402 for details. top
Upcoming
Noel Night, the annual celebration and promotion, returns to downtown Durango on Dec. 11. The Open Shutter Gallery will present an exhibit of color photographs by Gunnar Conrad and David H. Collier from Dec. 12-Jan. 7. The Durango Farmers Market will hold a special holiday market on Dec. 13 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. Backcountry Experience will offer a free ski demo day at Durango Mountain Resort on Dec. 13. A local crafts fair will be held at Common Sense Café on Dec. 13. The Community Concert Hall will host the Bar D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee on Dec. 13. Genuine Cowhide, a band from Austin, returns to the Hollywood Bar in Dolores on Dec. 13. The Durango Performing Arts Co. will host the Snowdown KIDS Follies Auditions on Dec. 16-17. 749-4445 for details. Pediatric Associates of Durango will offer a free children’s yoga class on Dec. 17. The Open Shutter Gallery will accept entries for its annual community show from Dec. 19-31. This year’s theme is “FOCUS.” Visit www.openshuttergallery.com for details The Community Concert Hall will host the State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara’s “Nutcracker” on Dec. 19-21. The La Plata Unity Project, Compañeros, Sacred Heart Church and Del Alma will host a Kid’s Holiday Party on Dec. 21. Sideshow Emporium & Gallery in Dolores is seeking new work for its annual Chinese New Year Poster Art Show, “The Year of The Ox,” through Jan. 3. 565-4170 for details. The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College will accept entries for the sixth annual Images of the Southwest from Jan. 8-15. 247-7456 for details. The 16th annual Trails 2000 auction fund-raiser is set for Jan. 13 at Olde Tymer’s. 259-4682 for tickets. hold for next week, 12/11 Luminarias return to Mesa Verde National Park What: The national park’s annual holiday celebration Where: Mesa Verde National Park When: Thurs., Nov. 11 from 4-9 p.m. Mesa Verde National Park is lighting up for the holiday season next week. The park’s annual Luminaria Holiday Open House is set for the evening of Dec. 11. People of all cultures and traditions are invited to enjoy a holiday celebration at the park including special tours, luminarias, musical entertainment and refreshments. Luminarias will glow along the pathways throughout the headquarters area and along the trail to Spruce Tree House. Special evening tours will be offered at 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. The Chapin Mesa Archeological Museum will remain open until 9 p.m. Visitors are reminded to dress warmly and bring a flashlight. Attendance to the open house is free, and donated refreshments will be provided at Spruce Tree Terrace. In addition, no park entrance fee will be charged after 4 p.m. For more information, contact the park at 9529-4465 and visit www.nps.gov/meve. top
Abbey hosts benefit screening of ‘FLOW’
What: The benefit for Fort Lewis College’s Engineers Without Borders
Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College
When: Tues., Dec. 9 at 7 p.m.
 Durango has an opportunity to reach out to Laos and Ecuador next week. The Abbey Theatre will screen the award-winning documentary “FLOW” at 7 p.m. on Dec. 9. The event benefits the Fort Lewis Chapter of Engineers Without Borders and projects to build water systems for indigenous people in Laos and Ecuador. “FLOW” is an investigation into what has been labeled one of the most important political and environmental issues of the 21st century – the world water crisis. The film delves into the effects of privatization of the world’s fresh water supply and presents viewers with people and institutions that are providing practical solutions to the water crisis. The showing will be free, with a suggested donation of $5 per person. Door prize tickets will also be sold for $2 each, with the opportunity of winning prizes from numerous local businesses. Proceeds will go directly toward water system material costs in Laos and Ecuador. EWB-FLC is a nonprofit student-based organization that aims to help villages in remote and underdeveloped areas without potable water, sanitation, energy or other basic services. For more information, contact 946-9130 or hkalexander@fortlewis.edu. | top
FLC celebrates Hispanic heritage
What: “A Call to Reflection, Unity and Action: Our Responsibility to Mother Earth,” a cultural symposium
Where: Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
When: Wed., Dec. 10, 7-9 p.m.
 Fort Lewis College’s El Centro de Muchas Colores will be celebrating the Hispanic culture over the next several days with community events, culminating in a cultural symposium next Wednesday. Coinciding with International Human Rights Day and the Day of the Virgin de Guadalupe, “A Call to Reflection, Unity and Action: Our Responsibility to Mother Earth,” takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. Wed., Dec. 10, at the Community Concert Hall. The evening will feature prayers, poetry, stories, lyrical journeys, academic discourse and more from three renowned Hispanic speakers. The first, Doña Flordemayo, is a Mayan curandera espÃritu, or spiritual healer. She is also a member of the Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers and founding member and president of the Institute of Natural and Traditional Knowledge. The second speaker is Devon Peña, a professor of American ethnic studies and anthropology at the University of Washington. He is an author, farmer, environmental-justice activist, and founder and director of The Acequia Institute. The third speaker is Adrian H. Molina, a poet, social-justice activist and American hip-hop and spoken-word artist. In addition to the symposium, Las Posadas, a traditional holiday procession, will kick off the festivities this Friday afternoon on campus. Community members are invited to join the Holy Family, complete with a donkey, as it makes its journey across campus starting at 3 p.m. The procession will end at El Centro offices in the Reed Library, where a potluck, co-sponsored by the Unity Project of La Plata County, will follow. The fourth annual Latino College Day will also take place from 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Wednesday on campus. The college recruitment event hopes to draw more than 100 area high school students for a day of lectures, campus tours and lunch. For more information on these activities, e-mail Amy Iwasaki at iwasaki_a@fortlewis.edu or call 769-7039. | top
The Festival of Trees returns to Durango
What: The fifth annual festival which benefits Community Connections
Where: The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Train Museum
When: Through Dec. 6 with a performance of “A Twisted Christmas Carol” at 7 p.m. on Dec. 5
 Durango is going to the trees this holiday season. The fifth annual Festival of Trees, a fund-raiser for Community Connections Inc., hits its stride this week with the final bidding on trees and wreaths and the Dec. 5 performance of “A Twisted Christmas Carol,” an original murder mystery/dinner. Community Connections is a local nonprofit benefiting people in the area with developmental disabilities. For this current fund-raiser, the D&SNG Railroad Museum is filled with a forest of decorated Christmas trees and wreaths. Guests can bid on a tree or wreath decorated by sponsors through Dec. 6. A murder mystery/dinner theatre performance returns this year as part of the Festival of Trees. “A Twisted Christmas Carol” takes the stage from 7-10 p.m. this Friday at the D&SNG Train Museum. Guests will solve the mystery while enjoying a catered dinner amidst the glow of the Festival of Trees. 1950s attire is encouraged and all proceeds benefit kids and adults with developmental disabilities. For tickets or more information call 385-3445 or go to www.cci-colorado.org. | top | 
