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Chocolate Fantasia returns for 22nd year

Durango honors Eating Disorder Awareness What: The 3rd annual National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Golden Dragon Acrobats play Concert Hall

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The Durango Public Library hosts the story program, “Babies, Books & Me,” at 1:30 p.m. The event is for parents and their infants up to 18 months old and meets every Thursday. 375-3380 for details.

The Family Center of Durango offers a Core Communication Class for mothers and teen daughters from 4-5:30 p.m. The class continues on Feb. 28. 799-4686 to register.

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

Singer-songwriter Greg Ryder plays a free show at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5:30 p.m. www.strater.com for details.

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 San Juan Public Lands Center hosts a public meeting on wilderness recommendations, inventoried roadless area, and wild and scenic river recommendations in the new draft land management plan from 6: 30-8:30 p.m. in the Fort Lewis College Ballroom.

Durango singer-songwriter Annie Brooks plays the Common Sense Internet Cafe, 1480 E. Second Ave., from 6:30-8 p.m.

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

FLC Assistant Professor Aaron Lampman presents “Traditional Ethnobotanical Knowledge Among the Maya of Chiapas, Mexico” at 7 p.m. in the Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum. The talk is part of the Cultural Heritage Speaker Series 2008. 247-7456 for details.

The Fort Lewis College Life-Long Learning Lecture Series continues with “Why Do Good People Do Bad Things? Explorations in Ethics ” at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall.

Professional photographer Branson Reynolds addresses the February meeting of the Durango Photography Club at 7 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. 259-6808 for details.

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

DJ Eschaton spins for Pint Night at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200 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.

Tim Sullivan returns to the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m. www.strater.com for details.

The documentary “Forest for the Trees: The Art of Mary Ellen Long” premieres at 6 p.m. at the Martini and a Movie fund-raiser at the Smiley Theatre, 1309 E. Third Ave. Long is a Durango artist who has received international acclaim for her site-specific environmental works. The event benefits Durango Community Access Television.

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

The Durango Chamber of Commerce unveils its newest program, Young Professionals of Durango (YPOD) at a 6:30 p.m. kick-off party at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College. The event is open to professionals ages 21-39 and will feature a live performance by Durango Dot Comedy.

The Durango Women’s Choir and two of the Fort Lewis College Choirs present a joint concert at 7 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 2917 Aspen Dr. The show will include selections from Chopin and Beethoven and feature soloist Gemma Kavanagh. 247-7251 for details.

The Center of Light in Dolores presents “The Devil Came on Horseback” at 7 p.m. for its Conscious Movie Night. 882-4920 for details.

The Jeff Solon Swing’n Big Band plays The Red Slipper Dance Party at the Henry Strater Theater, 699 Main Ave., at 7:30 p.m. Suzi DiSanto will give dance lessons during the first set and dancers are encouraged to dress up. Proceeds benefit the Volunteers of America.

The Porchlights play high-energy acoustic folk-rock and Americana at the 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., beginning at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

The Chills bring their rock back to the Billy Goat Saloon, located off U.S. Hwy. 160 in Gem Village, beginning at 8 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

Banyan, an L.A. “art rock” band featuring Stephen Perkins of Jane’s Addiction, plays 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.

Sex on Vinyl with Melanie Moore and 13 Pieces, both from Santa Fe, spin at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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The Southwest Colorado Chapter of the American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., Suite 282, offers an Adult, Child, Infant CPR/AED (Automated External Defibrillator) & First Aid class from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 259-5383 to pre-register.

Tara Mandala Buddhist Retreat Center, located near Pagosa Springs, hosts Saturday Morning Meditation from 10 a.m.-noon. Drop-ins welcome. 731-3711 for details. 4

The League of Women Voters of La Plata County hosts a “Legislative Lowdown” from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the Durango Recreation Center’s Peaks Room. State Sen. Jim Isgar and State Rep. Ellen Roberts will discuss current legislative initiatives and the potential local impacts.

Singer-songwriter Gigi Love plays a free show at the Durango Coffee Company, 730 Main Ave., from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 259-2059 for details.

The Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave., presents “Victorian Clothing & Etiquette ,” a free talk by Carrie Foisel & the Victorian Aid Society, at 1 p.m. 259-2402 for details.

Durango Exopolitics, a group for sharing, support, insights and new ideas around the UFO phenomenon, meets at 1 p.m. at the Rocky Mountain Retreat, 848 E. Third Ave. The group will show and discuss part 2 of the “Disclosure Project Witness Testimony” film. 749-4292 for details.

Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, plays a free solo show at Steamworks in Bayfield at 4 p.m.

The Durango High School Interact Club hosts a film fund-raiser at 5:30 p.m. in the Smiley Theatre, 1309 E. Third Ave. “Energy Crossroads: A Burning Need to Change,” a film exposing the problems associated with energy consumption, will show and there will be a silent auction to raise funds for the club’s spring trip to Juarez, Mexico, to improve a Battered Women’s Shelter. 

Tim Sullivan plays an encore show at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5:30 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.

Tom MacCluskey performs on piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

Greg Ryder plays a free solo show at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., beginning 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 Dirty Novels, an Albuquerque band blending garage, classic and glam rock, plays the Hollywood Bar in Dolores at 9 p.m. 882-9998 for details.

Formula 151 performs at Blondie’s Pub and Grub in Cortez starting at 9 p.m.

Spiritual Resolution plays reggae, funk and afro-beat at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

The Badly Bent plays for Ladies Night at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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The San Juan Mountains Association and Durango Mountain Resort offer a ski naturalist trek beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the base of chairlift #4. 385-2147 ofr details.

The Women’s Prerogative Barbershop Chorus, which includes three different quartets, plays a free family concert at the Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave. Doors open at 3 p.m.

The Hesperus Ski Area hosts the 2008 “Sasquatch” Uphill/Downhill Race at 4 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for first to the top, first to the bottom, best costume and best fall. www.skihesperus.com for details.

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

Robin Davis plays the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m.

Author Brad Dimock present the lecture “The Very Hard Way,” on legendary Colorado River boatman and Durangoan Bert Loper, at 6:30 p.m. in the Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum. 247-7456 for details.

Singer-songwriter Tim Guidotti plays acoustic at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.

Terry Rickard plays acoustic rock 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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The La Plata County Humane Society recognizes National Spay Day by assisting with free and low cost

spay/neuter surgeries for qualified applicants. 259-2847 for details.

P is for Peanut, 473 E. College, offers free kids’ storytime at 11 a.m. 385-4525 for details.

Singer-songwriter Terry Rickard plays at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m.

Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts a booksigning with Bill Plotkin, author of Nature and the Human Soul: Creating Wholeness and Community in a Fragmented World, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. 247-1438 for details.

Singer-songwriters Annie Foster and Kyle Palloy play a free show at the Durango Coffee Co., 730 4

The Durango Public Library hosts the story program, “Babies, Books & Me,” at 1:30 p.m. The event is for parents and their infants up to 18 months old and meets every Thursday. 375-3380 for details.

The Family Center of Durango offers a Core Communication Class for mothers and teen daughters from 4-5:30 p.m. The class continues on Feb. 28. 799-4686 to register.

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

Singer-songwriter Greg Ryder plays a free show at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5:30 p.m. www.strater.com for details.

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 San Juan Public Lands Center hosts a public meeting on wilderness recommendations, inventoried roadless area, and wild and scenic river recommendations in the new draft land management plan from 6: 30-8:30 p.m. in the Fort Lewis College Ballroom.

Durango singer-songwriter Annie Brooks plays the Common Sense Internet Cafe, 1480 E. Second Ave., from 6:30-8 p.m.

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

FLC Assistant Professor Aaron Lampman presents “Traditional Ethnobotanical Knowledge Among the Maya of Chiapas, Mexico” at 7 p.m. in the Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum. The talk is part of the Cultural Heritage Speaker Series 2008. 247-7456 for details.

The Fort Lewis College Life-Long Learning Lecture Series continues with “Why Do Good People Do Bad Things? Explorations in Ethics ” at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall.

Professional photographer Branson Reynolds addresses the February meeting of the Durango Photography Club at 7 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. 259-6808 for details.

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

DJ Eschaton spins for Pint Night at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200 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.

Tim Sullivan returns to the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m. www.strater.com for details.

The documentary “Forest for the Trees: The Art of Mary Ellen Long” premieres at 6 p.m. at the Martini and a Movie fund-raiser at the Smiley Theatre, 1309 E. Third Ave. Long is a Durango artist who has received international acclaim for her site-specific environmental works. The event benefits Durango Community Access Television.

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

The Durango Chamber of Commerce unveils its newest program, Young Professionals of Durango (YPOD) at a 6:30 p.m. kick-off party at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College. The event is open to professionals ages 21-39 and will feature a live performance by Durango Dot Comedy.

The Durango Women’s Choir and two of the Fort Lewis College Choirs present a joint concert at 7 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 2917 Aspen Dr. The show will include selections from Chopin and Beethoven and feature soloist Gemma Kavanagh. 247-7251 for details.

The Center of Light in Dolores presents “The Devil Came on Horseback” at 7 p.m. for its Conscious Movie Night. 882-4920 for details.

The Jeff Solon Swing’n Big Band plays The Red Slipper Dance Party at the Henry Strater Theater, 699 Main Ave., at 7:30 p.m. Suzi DiSanto will give dance lessons during the first set and dancers are encouraged to dress up. Proceeds benefit the Volunteers of America.

The Porchlights play high-energy acoustic folk-rock and Americana at the 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th Ave., beginning at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

The Chills bring their rock back to the Billy Goat Saloon, located off U.S. Hwy. 160 in Gem Village, beginning at 8 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

Banyan, an L.A. “art rock” band featuring Stephen Perkins of Jane’s Addiction, plays 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.

Sex on Vinyl with Melanie Moore and 13 Pieces, both from Santa Fe, spin at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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The Southwest Colorado Chapter of the American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., Suite 282, offers an Adult, Child, Infant CPR/AED (Automated External Defibrillator) & First Aid class from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 259-5383 to pre-register.

Tara Mandala Buddhist Retreat Center, located near Pagosa Springs, hosts Saturday Morning Meditation from 10 a.m.-noon. Drop-ins welcome. 731-3711 for details. 4

The League of Women Voters of La Plata County hosts a “Legislative Lowdown” from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the Durango Recreation Center’s Peaks Room. State Sen. Jim Isgar and State Rep. Ellen Roberts will discuss current legislative initiatives and the potential local impacts.

Singer-songwriter Gigi Love plays a free show at the Durango Coffee Company, 730 Main Ave., from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 259-2059 for details.

The Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave., presents “Victorian Clothing & Etiquette ,” a free talk by Carrie Foisel & the Victorian Aid Society, at 1 p.m. 259-2402 for details.

Durango Exopolitics, a group for sharing, support, insights and new ideas around the UFO phenomenon, meets at 1 p.m. at the Rocky Mountain Retreat, 848 E. Third Ave. The group will show and discuss part 2 of the “Disclosure Project Witness Testimony” film. 749-4292 for details.

Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, plays a free solo show at Steamworks in Bayfield at 4 p.m.

The Durango High School Interact Club hosts a film fund-raiser at 5:30 p.m. in the Smiley Theatre, 1309 E. Third Ave. “Energy Crossroads: A Burning Need to Change,” a film exposing the problems associated with energy consumption, will show and there will be a silent auction to raise funds for the club’s spring trip to Juarez, Mexico, to improve a Battered Women’s Shelter. 

Tim Sullivan plays an encore show at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5:30 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.

Tom MacCluskey performs on piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

Greg Ryder plays a free solo show at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., beginning 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 Dirty Novels, an Albuquerque band blending garage, classic and glam rock, plays the Hollywood Bar in Dolores at 9 p.m. 882-9998 for details.

Formula 151 performs at Blondie’s Pub and Grub in Cortez starting at 9 p.m.

Spiritual Resolution plays reggae, funk and afro-beat at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

The Badly Bent plays for Ladies Night at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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The San Juan Mountains Association and Durango Mountain Resort offer a ski naturalist trek beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the base of chairlift #4. 385-2147 ofr details.

The Women’s Prerogative Barbershop Chorus, which includes three different quartets, plays a free family concert at the Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave. Doors open at 3 p.m.

The Hesperus Ski Area hosts the 2008 “Sasquatch” Uphill/Downhill Race at 4 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for first to the top, first to the bottom, best costume and best fall. www.skihesperus.com for details.

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

Robin Davis plays the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m.

Author Brad Dimock present the lecture “The Very Hard Way,” on legendary Colorado River boatman and Durangoan Bert Loper, at 6:30 p.m. in the Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum. 247-7456 for details.

Singer-songwriter Tim Guidotti plays acoustic at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.

Terry Rickard plays acoustic rock 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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The La Plata County Humane Society recognizes National Spay Day by assisting with free and low cost spay/neuter surgeries for qualified applicants. 259-2847 for details.

P is for Peanut, 473 E. College, offers free kids’ storytime at 11 a.m. 385-4525 for details.

Singer-songwriter Terry Rickard plays at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m.

Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts a booksigning with Bill Plotkin, author of Nature and the Human Soul: Creating Wholeness and Community in a Fragmented World, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. 247-1438 for details.

Singer-songwriters Annie Foster and Kyle Palloy play a free show at the Durango Coffee Co., 730 4

Main Ave., from 7-9 p.m. 259-2059 for details.

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

Tim Sullivan plays acoustic at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.

The Columbine Bar, located on Grand Ave. in Mancos, hosts its Tuesday Night Jam beginning at 8 p.m. The session is open to all musicians.

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

Greg Ryder plays the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m.

A crystal bowl meditation group meets from 6-7 p.m. at the Namaste Health Center, 1099 Main Ave., Suite 200. Drop-ins are welcome, and admission is by donation. 259-1838 for details.

An open bluegrass jam meets from 6-8 p.m. at the Durango Brewing Company, 3000 Main Ave. The circle gathers every Wednesday. 247-1264 for details.

The Southwest Colorado Chapter of the American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., Suite 282, offers a First Aid class from 6-10 p.m. 259-5383 to pre-register.

“Wild Women Writing,” the Women’s Resource Center’s new writer’s group, meets from 6:30-8 p.m. at Andy’s Photography, 1323 E. Second Ave.  The group is open to both published and unpublished writers. 759-9993.

The Durango Chess Club gathers for its weekly meeting at Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College, at 6:30 p.m.

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

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

Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, performs solo at Joel’s,119 W. 8th St., at 8 p.m. 385-0430 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.

Absylom Rising plays a 9:30 p.m. show at the Summit, 600 Main Ave. 247-2324 for details.

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The Fort Lewis College Art Gallery hosts Assistant Professor of Art Chad Colby’s “Primarily Painting” exhibit through March 20. In fall 2007, Colby’s work was recognized by Fort Lewis College and was granted the title of featured scholar. The featured scholar program was designed to recognize faculty who have distinguished themselves by their scholarly or artistic contributions. A reception is set for Feb. 22 from 5-7 p.m.

Fort Lewis College Theatre presents “Win/Lose/Draw,” a compilation of three one-acts by Mary Gallagher and Ara Watson that explores relationships between women from different social and intellectual classes. The plays range from roll-on-the-floor funny to tear-jerking and poignant. Performances take place at the Mainstage Theatre on Feb. 21-24 at 7:30 p.m. http://theatre.fortlewis.edu or 247-7089 for details.

The Open Shutter Gallery, 755 E. Second Ave., hosts the exhibit, “Convergence,” by Gloria Baker Feinstein through March 12. The show is a collection of black and white images that bring out the mystery and intrigue of every day surroundings and events. Feinstein photographs with a Hasselblad and develops all of her work in a traditional darkroom setting. Some of the well-known photographers who have influenced her work include Diane Arbus, Keith Carter, Sally Mann and Andre Kertesz. www.openshuttergallery.com 

A local cooperative effort is sponsoring “Spay and Neuter Month” during the month of February in an effort to combat area pet overpopulation. Dogster’s Spay and Neuter Program (aka DSNiP) and the AspenTree Animal Caring Center are partnering with The Doris Day Animal Foundation and The Humane Society to promote the event. The groups are hoping to encourage low cost spay/neuter as a loving act benefiting animal guardians, their pets and their communities. 382-0100 to schedule an appointment.

The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College exhibits the fifth annual Juried Photography Show: “Images of the Southwest” and the exhibit, “The Old Spanish Trail: Conduit fir Change,“ in the Center’s gallery. In addition, the Delaney Library is hosting the show, “Utes: Their Country, Their Leaders, Their Culture.” The shows will be on display through March 16. Visit http: //swcenter.fortlewis.edu or call 970-247-7456 for details.

Steaming Bean Coffee, 915 Main Ave., hosts the Chloe Cards photography exhibit. Chloe is a 16-year-old golden retriever and Durango native who has been posing for the camera all of her life. The mostly black-and-white photography exhibit depicts her adventures as a mountain biker, skier and professional dress-up artist. www.chloecards.com for details.

The Family Center of Durango offers PAT – Parents as Teachers – a free, ongoing home visitation program for parents and their children. The free program offers specific developmental information for parents and children up to 3 years of age, and visits can take place weekly or monthly depending on interest and need. 385-4747 for detials.

The Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave., host the exhibit “Eskimo Artifacts from Arctic Alaska.” This show features clothing, masks, hunting and fishing tools, dolls, toys, fetishes and other items..259-2402 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 Referral Matrix meets every Thursday from 7-8:30 a.m. at the Wells Group. The BNI Referral Market meets from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Prudential. BNI Business Connections meets every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Durango Rec. Center. 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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Greensky Bluegrass, a multiple award-winning band, will play the Henry Strater Theater on Feb. 28 with local act Rock & Rye opening the show.

The Fort Lewis College Music Department’s Jazz Festival Concert is set for Feb. 28 in the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College

The Adaptive Sports Association will present the 10th annual Dave Spencer Ski Classic on Feb. 29 and March 1 and teams are forming now. 259-0374 for details.

Healthy Fusion will offer a free food talk, “Why Raw?,” on Feb. 29. www.mothernaturesmenu.com for details.

The Women’s Resource Center’s annual “MyBiz,” a conference for women entrepreneurs, is scheduled for March 1.

Fort Lewis College and the Wilderness Medicine Institute will offer a 9-day, 80-hour Wilderness First Responder course on March 1-9. (866) 831-9001 for details.

George Thorogood & the Destroyers play the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on March 2.

The Lawn Chair Kings, Freeman Social and Pinhead will play March 7 at the Olde Schoolhouse.

The Durango Lively Arts Co. will present the musical comedy “Meshugah-Nuns” beginning March 7 at the Durango Arts Center.

Durango will host the second annual March Mania, a regional basketball tournament for boys and girls, March 14-16.

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Chocolate Fantasia returns for 22nd year What: The 22nd annual Chocolate Fantasia Where: The Fort Lewis College Ballroom     When: Fri., Feb. 22 from 5:30-8 p.m. Durangoans can step into a room filled with chocolate this week. Chocolate Fantasia, the annual chocolate lover’s event, returns to the Fort Lewis College Ballroom this Friday. “Chocolate Fiesta” is the theme of the 22nd annual event, and local restaurants and chefs will be competing for the title of best chocolate creation in town. The indulgence gets under way at 5:30 p.m.   Local chefs have created more than 200 chocolate delicacies all around the theme of “Chocolate Fiesta.” A ticket allows Fantasia participants to sample a variety of chocolate creations and vote for the best tasting dessert or the one that brings the “fiesta” to life. All proceeds from ticket sales benefit the Volunteers for America Southwest Safehouse and Durango Community Shelter. Volunteers of America works to serve children, women and men in Durango who are fleeing from domestic violence or struggling with homelessness. As in all years, tickets to Chocolate Fantasia are limited, and should be purchased in advance at North and South City Markets, Albertson’s, Dietz Market, 6th Street Hair Salon and Day Spa or the Volunteers of America Thrift Store. Event sponsors – 1st National Bank, BP America and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory – will also be selling tickets. A limited number will also be available at the door.

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Durango honors Eating Disorder Awareness What: The 3rd annual National Eating Disorder Awareness Week Where: Throughout Durango When: Feb. 24-March 1 National Eating Disorder Awareness Week returns to Durango in a big way beginning Feb. 24. The event includes speakers, films and activities, and local artists have contributed numerous artworks related to perspectives on eating disorders, body image, self love, recovery and societal focus on weight. The exhibit, “Be Comfortable in Your GENES,” has local artists using blue jeans as their canvas, and pieces can be viewed throughout the week at Steaming Bean Coffee, Pure Soul Coffee, the Spaaah Shop and Mercy Regional Medical Center. A schedule of additional events follows: n Feb 26: 6:30 p.m. Eating Disorder Awareness Week opens at the Abbey Theatre with a special sneak-peak screening of the documentary, “Beauty Mark.” The film explores the personal and cultural demands for beauty and perfection by chronicling the life of Diane Israel, a champion triathlete, whose career was ultimately ended by anorexia and athletic bulimia. Joanie Trussel, a local therapist specializing in eating and exercise disorders, will lead a facilitated discussion about the film afterward. n Feb. 29 6:30 p.m. Trussel will present a slideshow and discussion on “Body Conspiracy: The Media’s Influence on Women’s Self Esteem.” The talk takes place at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 495 Florida Rd., and explores how media images have women comparing themselves to an unrealistic and dangerous “thin ideal.” All events are free and open to the public. More information can be found at: www.nationaleatingdisorders.org.

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Golden Dragon Acrobats play Concert Hall What: A return performance by the acclaimed troupe Where: The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College When: Thurs., Feb. 21. Doors open at 6 p.m. Back once again by popular demand, the Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats are poised to astound and amaze a Durango audience. The top-notch troupe takes the stage at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College this Thurs., Feb. 21. The 2007-08 tour marks the 29th year of continuous touring in the United States for the Golden Dragon Acrobats. The reputation of the company is solidly rooted in a commitment to the highest of production values and an attention to artistic details that is unparalleled in the art form. World renowned impresario Danny Chang and choreographer Angela Chang combine award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music, and theatrical techniques to present a family-friendly show of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty. The members of the current touring company hail from Hebei, China, and have performed within the last four years to sold-out audiences in nearly every major market in the country. In 2005, the Golden Dragon Acrobats made their Broadway debut at the New Victory Theater in New York. The successful run earned two of the most prestigious New York Drama Desk nominations – impresario Chang for Unique Theatrical Experience and Chang for Best Choreography. Tickets for the Durango performance are available on the web at www.durangoconcerts.com, by calling 247-7657, or in person at the Ticketing Office in downtown Durango behind Magpies. Showtime is set for 7 p.m., with doors to the Spotlight Lounge offering beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks, opening at 6 p.m.

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