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Ska Brewing and LPEA throw a ‘Bodo Bash’

The Hank presents the ‘Rocky Horror Show’
Rally of the Dead rolls back into Durango
SW Writers Institute presents ‘Earth: The Sequel’

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The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., hosts Kindred Spirit Art classes from 9:30-11:30 a.m. A Kindred Spirit Outreach Class also meets in the West Building from 1-3 p.m. Materials are supplied and the classes are open to everyone. 759-5246 for details.

4CORE kicks-off the La Plata County Climate Action Plan development process from noon-2:30 p.m. at the Durango Recreation Center. The public is invited to attend.

Congressman, and candidate for U.S. Senate, Mark Udall stops off in Durango at 3:15 p.m. at the Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave, for an early vote rally. State Sen. Jim Isgar and former State Rep. Mark Larson will be on hand.

The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., offers after-school hours at the Paint Bar from 3:30-5:30 p.m. 259-2606 for details.

“Mountain Towns and Micro-Business,” an economic summit, meets in Silverton beginning at 4 p.m. The summit continues all day on Oct. 24. www.sanjuan2000.org for details.

Singer-songwriter Greg Ryder plays the first of three shows at 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.

Mercy Regional Medical Center hosts a free community presentation on skiing performance enhancement and injury prevention from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Eolus room at the Durango Recreation Center. Topics will include “Avoiding winter sports injuries” and “Getting in shape for ski season” along with updates on Durango Mountain Resort and the Durango Winter Sports Foundation.

The Southwest Colorado Chapter of 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.

The Colorado Civil Rights Commission holds a 6 p.m. public forum at Durango City Hall, 949 E. Second Ave. People who believe they have been subjected to illegal discrimination in the areas of employment, housing, and/or public accommodation are encouraged to attend. 800-262-4845 for details.

Fort Lewis College sponsors a free movie screening of the documentary “I.O.U.S.A” at 6:30 p.m. at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College. The film looks at the growing nation

al debt and the consequences of doing nothing about it.

Lacey Black plays solo piano at the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Kristen Averyt, a climate change data expert, discusses “Climate Change Issues Revisited” for the Fort Lewis College Life Long Learning Series at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall. Dr. Averyt was a staff scientist with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), which shared the 2007 Nobel Prize with Al Gore. 247-7401 for details.

Pine Needle Mountaineering, 830 Main Ave., hosts a 7 p.m. presentation on “The Approaching Winter.” The show includes images and video of adventures from throughout the world. (530) 859-1245 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 for details.

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

The Andreas Kapsalis Trio takes the stage at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9: 30 p.m. 247-2324.

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The One Wheel is Better Unicycle Club meets at 3 p.m. at the Durango Mountain Park’s Leyden St. trailhead. 769-1244 for details.

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

Greg Ryder plays an encore show at The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5 p.m.

Singer-songwriter David Earl Pfeiffer plays swing and blues from 5-9 p.m. at the Quaking Aspen Cafe and Gallery in Bayfield. 884-2002 for details.

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presents live music from the Good Neighbors from 5: 30-8:30 p.m. 259-9018 for details.

Sleepy Wonder of Thievery Corporation meets The Babylon Collapse Sound System and DJ I-Gene from 6-8 p.m. on the air at KDUR 91.9 & 93.9 FM. “Radio Retaliation,” the title track of Thievery Corporation’s new album debuted at #1 on the Billboard chart.

The Southwest Colorado Chapter of the American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., Suite 282, offers a Fundamentals of Instructor Training class from 6-10 p.m. The class continues all day on Oct. 25 & 26. 259-5383 to pre-register.

Pianist/singer-songwriter Lacey Black plays originals and covers at 6-9 p.m. at Christina’s Bar and Grille, 21382 U.S. Hwy 160 W.

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

The Worleys play a live 6-8 p.m. show at Guiseppe’s Restaurant, 210 Goddard in Ignacio.  563-0242 for details.

Durango Scottish Dancers offers Scottish Country Dance Classes from 6:30-8 p.m. in the upstairs studio at the Smiley Building, 1309 E. Third Ave. The classes continue on Fridays through May. 382-9593 for details.

Organist C. Scott Hagler presents a 7 p.m. recital commemorating the International Year of the Organ at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 910 E. Third Ave. The recital will include music by Bach, Hindemith, Grainger, and Widor. 247-1129 for details.

The Fort Lewis College Music Department’s Fall Band and Choir Concert takes place at 7 p.m. at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. The show features performances by the Symphonic Winds Ensemble and the Concert Choir. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

The Good Neighbors bring their jam rock to the 8th Avenue Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., starting at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

The Chills play classic rock at the Billy Goat Saloon on Highway 160 in Gem Village starting at 8 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

The Kirk James Blues Band plays an 8 p.m. show at Blondie’s Pub and Grub, located in Cortez. Local bluegrass favorites the Badly Bent play a 9 p.m. show at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave. 259-9200 for details.

Midnight Ultra, a T-shirt trio from Denver, plays the first of two shows at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The final Durango Farmers Market of the growing season meets from 8 a.m.-noon at First National Bank of Durango, 259 W. 9^th St. A pre-Thanksgiving market is set for Nov. 22 and a Holiday Market is scheduled for Dec. 13.

The Women’s Resource Center and Advocacy for La Plata sponsor the first annual Promoting Responsible Fatherhood Conference from 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at the Durango Community Recreation Center. The free conference focuses on various family law issues, co-parenting and the effect of domestic violence on children. 375-1433 to register.

The La Boca Ranch & Sustainability Center, located 7 miles south of Ignacio, hosts a Butchering Workshop from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The event includes breakfast and lunch. 563-9383 to register.

The Durango Arts Center Paint Bar, 802 E. Second Ave., is open from noon-4 p.m. 259-2606 for details.

Singer-songwriter Greg Ryder closes out three nights at The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5 p.m.

Denny Finn performs solo bluegrass at Steamworks in Bayfield, 442 Wolverine Dr., from 5-8 p.m. 884-7837 for details.

Singer-songwriter David Earl Pfeiffer plays swing and blues from 5-9 p.m. at the Quaking Aspen Cafe and Gallery in Bayfield. 884-2002 for details.

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

The J.S. Trio – Jeff Solon, Joyce Simpson, Jeff Sweet – reunite for the Medicine Horse Center’s MusicFest at 6:30 p.m. at the Mancos Opera House. The fund-raiser includes dinner and a silent auction and benefits programs of the equine assisted therapy center. www.medicinehorsecenter.org for details.

Rock the Vote stops off in the Fort Lewis College Union Building Ballroom at 7 p.m. The event features La Plata County Commissioners Joelle Riddle, Wally White and Kellie Hotter; Durango City Councilman Michael Rendon; and music from top New Mexico and Arizona DJs.

The Dances of Universal Peace meet at 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Church, 910 E. Third Ave. The event uses chants and songs from many spiritual traditions to foster a sense of unity and respect for all spiritual practices. 533-9040 for details.

Hawkins Preserve, located in Cortez, and San Juan Mountains Association host a Fall Sky Star Party at 7 p.m. Participants will learn to identify the fall constellations and planets, and all ages welcome. 565-1151 to register. 4

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

The Kirk James Blues Band plays an 8 p.m. show at Legends Lounge and Grill, located in Bodo Park.

Ralph Dinosaur plays a special Ignacio Bike Week party at the Billy Goat Saloon on Highway 160 in Gem Village starting at 8 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents dancing on the patio from 9 p.m.-close. 259-9018 for details.

The Lawn Chair Kings take a short road trip to play the Hollywood Bar and Grill in Dolores. Baby Toro, a post-punk Americana duo, opens the show at 8 p.m.

Midnight Ultra plays an encore show at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The Durango chapter of Food Not Bombs serves free vegetarian/vegan food starting at 1 p.m. at Riverfront Park in conjunction with a drum circle. Volunteers, donations and potluck dishes are welcome at the weekly event. durangofoodnotbombs@gmail.com for details.

Durango BMX hosts racing just south of Gateway Park with sign-ups from 1-1:30 p.m. and racing to follow. 799-1780 or www.durangobmx.com for details.

Harpist Sylvia Zurko brings Eleanor of Aquitaine to life in a 4 p.m. performance at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 910 E. Third Ave. Zurko will become Eleanor and tell the story of her long and turbulent life, enhancing the portrayal with music on the harp and poetry of the troubadours.

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 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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Singer-songwriter Joel Racheff plays at The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5 p.m.

Advancing Your Business Through the Perfect Economic Storm, a Sylvain Dubois sneak peak series, meets at 5:30 p.m. in the Crossroads Building, 1099 Main Ave. The class is free but reservations are required. 764-4556 to register.

The 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8^th 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. 8^th 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.

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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.

Durango BMX hosts practices from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the track just south of Gateway Park. 799-1780 or www.durangobmx.com 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.

The Billy Goat Saloon, located on Highway 160 in Gem Village, hosts karaoke with Crazy Charlie starting at 7:30 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., hosts live music from 8 p.m.-close. 259-9018 for details.  

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The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., offers pre-school paint hours at the Paint Bar from 11 a.m.-noon. 259-2606 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.

A free child advocacy training meets from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Durango School District 9-R Administration Building, 201 East 12^th St. The focus will be learning to advocate for kids and kids’ programs at the legislative and policy levels in an era of tight budgets. 303-620-4525 to RSVP.

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 Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, screens the locally produced horror/crime/ western/comedy, “Face Eater,” at 6:30 p.m. 385-1711 for details.

The Women’s Resource Center Writer’s Group meets from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Durango Coffee Co., 730 Main Ave. The group meets monthly and is open to both published and unpublished writers. Email stealingplums@yahoo.com for details.

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

Astrologer Cassandra Leoncini leads an open discussion about astrology and its many uses in our everyday lives at 6:30 p.m. at the Cortez Library. 565-7272 for details.

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.  

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The Fort Lewis College Art Galley exhibits “Nature in Abstract” from Oct. 24-Nov. 18. The abstract exhibition of the natural world includes palette-knife oil paintings and sculpture in bronze, steel and stone by Pagosa Springs artist teams, Kathleen and Anthony Steventon, and Linda and Lal Echterhoff. An opening reception is set for 5-7 p.m. on Oct. 24. 247-7167 for details.

The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College hosts the exhibits, Transitions: Navajo Weaving 1880-1920, and Wish You Were Here: Postcards from the Southwest, in conjunction with the Durango Heritage Celebration. Also on exhibit are 100 Contemporary Works from Native Artists and selections from Ben Nighthorse Jewelry. Visit http://swcenter.fortlewis.edu or call 247-7456 for more information

Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts a showing of paintings and photographs by Thaddine Swift Eagle through mid-November. 247-1438 for details.

Karyn Gabaldon Fine Arts, 680 Main Ave., hosts the exhibit “Heritage of the Land,” featuring paintings of the area by Eileen Fjerstad, Caroline Reeves Johnson, and Karyn Gabaldon. The show runs through Oct. 30. 247-9018 for details.

The Open Shutter Gallery, 735 Main Ave., exhibits “Spirit of the West” in celebration of the upcoming Cowboy Gathering. This show is a collection of Western images in both black and white and color by Jay Dusard, Tony Stromberg, Shane Knight and Claude Steelman. It runs through Oct. 29. 382-8355 or www.openshuttergallery.com  for details.

Pure Soul Coffee House, 40 Town Plaza, displays paintings by Elizabeth Kinahan through Nov. 15. 259-5499 for details.

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.

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The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series will present “Uncle Sam Votes: Political Cartooning and the Run-up to the 2008 Election” by Judith Reynolds on Oct. 30.

The Boys and Girls Club of La Plata County hosts an all-ages carnival at Fort Lewis College on Halloween Day.

The KDUR Transvestite Ball returns to the Abbey Theatre on Oct. 31.

Liquid Cheese returns to “Screamworks” for a Halloween show.

The first annual Halloween Zombie March will converge at midnight on Halloween at the intersection of College and Main Avenues.

The 2nd annual Loco Local Bazaar, a barter and trade festival, is set for Nov. 1 at the Smiley Building.

The monthly Contra Dance returns to the VFW Hall on Nov. 1 with music from Albuquerque’s Adobe Brothers.

The La Plata County Humane Society will hold a “Horse Nutrition & Care Workshop” on Nov. 1 at the fairgrounds.

The Lawn Chair Kings play the 2nd annual El Ranchoween on Nov. 1.

A World Summit for Humanity, a one-day local conference, metes on Nov. 2 at the Rocky Mountain Institute of Healing Arts. 385-5142 to register.

The Adaptive Sports Association of Durango will host volunteer orientation meetings on Nov. 5 & 6 at the Durango Recreation Center. Training is free, and volunteers earn one day of free skiing for each day volunteered. 259-0374 for details.

Fort Lewis College Theatre will present the play “Raised in Captivity” on Nov. 6-9 & 13-15 at the Mainstage Theatre.

The Liquor World Wine Tasting Gala and Silent Auction, which benefits Habitat for Humanity, is set for Nov. 7 at the DoubleTree Hotel.

Our Sister’s Keeper and the Native American Center of Fort Lewis College host the 1^st annual Wellness and the Sacred Woman Summit on Nov. 7-8. 259-2519 for details.

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains will offer free rapid HIV testing all day on Nov. 8.

The 12th annual AIDS benefit is set for Nov. 8 at the Durango Arts Center.

The San Juan Mountains Association host an orientation for volunteer trail information specialists for Sand Canyon on Nov. 8 at the Anasazi Heritage Center. 385-1310 for details.

The La Plata County Humane Society will hold its Bark & Wine Boogie Ball on Nov. 8 at the D&SNG Railroad Museum.

The La Plata Open Space Conservancy will accept entries for the 15th annual Snowdown Wine Tasting and Fine Art Exhibition through Nov. 11. Selected artwork will be auctioned at the event to raise funds for permanent protection of special open lands. 259-3415 for details.

Elizabeth Green will be reading from and signing copies of With Picks, Shovels & Hope: The CCC and Its Legacy on the Colorado Plateau at Maria’s Bookshop on Nov. 11.

The Mighty Underdogs, a Bay Area supergroup, will play the Abbey Theatre on Nov. 13. 

The Colorado State University’s Master Gardener program in La Plata County is accepting applications through Nov. 14. Classes start Feb. 5 and meet all day on Thursdays. 382-6465 for details.

The Durango Public Library is accepting submissions for a juried photography show, “Evoking the Inner Life: Images of Reading,” through Nov. 18. 259-4486 for details.

Southwest Writers Institute presents ‘Earth: The Sequel’

What: A talk by author Miriam Horn

Where: The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College    

When: Thurs., Oct. 23 at 7 p.m.  

A vision for solving the “greatest crisis of our time” goes into this spotlight this week, courtesy of the Southwest Writers Institute. Miriam Horn, co-author of Earth: The Sequel, gives a public talk this Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Community Concert Hall

Earth: The Sequel – The Race to Reinvent Energy and Stop Global Warming unveils a vision for turning back climate change. In sharp contrast to books offering little beyond dire warnings and grim statistics, Horn maps a path to recovery. The book highlights the innovators and risk-takers who are pushing technology to the limit to find new ways to create clean energy, increase efficiency and cut global-warming pollution. It also offers a behind-the-scenes tour of the dynamic transformation of today’s multi-trillion-dollar energy sector. The book goes on to introduce a group of dynamic young companies and entrepreneurs working to find the newest, cleanest and most abundant ways to power the globe.

Horn’s lecture is made possible by the Southwest Writers Institute, which was reborn in 2005 nearly a decade after a local writers’ conference concluded a long run. The institute’s mission is to encourage and cultivate the Southwest’s growing reputation as a hotbed for writers.

In addition to co-writing Earth: the Sequel, Horn is the author of Rebels in White Gloves and has written for a number of publications, including Vanity Fair and The New York Times. For more information on her Oct. 23 talk, call 903-7914.

Ska Brewing and LPEA throw a ‘Bodo Bash’

What: A happy hour party benefiting the United Way of Southwest Colorado

Where: Ska Brewing’s new world headquarters, 225 Girard Drive

When: Thurs., Oct. 23 from 5-7 p.m.

Ska Brewing Co. is partnering with the La Plata Electric Association for local charities this week. The pair is hosting the “Bodo Bash” this Thurs., Oct. 23, at the new Ska “world headquarters.” The 5-7 p.m. event benefits the United Way of Southwest Colorado.

Live music, tours of the new Ska facility and complimentary appetizers from Zia Taqueria are included for the suggested $1 donation at the door. Proceeds from half-price Ska beers will also go to the United Way effort.

“We wanted to host a new, fun event to help raise funds for United Way,” said Jeannie Bennett, LPEA public relations manager. “Ska is our neighbor here in Bodo Park, so teaming up seemed to be a natural, especially with their new facility. We’re hoping everyone will come by for a little Happy Hour cheer.”

Ska Brewing Co. is now located at 225 Girard Drive. The 24,000-square-foot facility includes a spacious tasting room that opens to an outdoor beer garden. Some parking for the Bodo Bash will be available on site, with overflow and shuttle service from the United Way office at 281 Sawyer.

For further information, contact 382-3505.

Rally of the Dead rolls back into Durango

What: Four days of singlespeeding, bike polo, live music and more

Where: All over Durango    

When: Oct. 23-26

Singlespeed mountain bikes are plotting a Durango takeover this weekend. Rally of the Dead, a festival mixed of blood, art, music and singlespeeds, and one of Durango’s original underground bike events, returns Oct. 23-26.

The event is spread over three days and includes film premiers, performance art, bike polo, music from local and California bands, and most importantly, some world class one-gear riding by Durango riders. On Oct. 23, the Tour de Mort, a group ride to awaken the dead, leaves the Durango Cyclery at 5:30 p.m. The following day, Oct. 23, the Zombie Ball and Bike Porn Film Tease meets at the Powerhouse Museum at 6 p.m. The 21 and over event features DJ Tricerahops and the Rainbow Machete Crew and is sponsored by New Belgium.

The main event, the Rally of the Dead Stage Race, begins with 9:45-10 a.m. registration at Stoner Park. That night, the live awards show meets at the Abbey Theatre at 10 p.m. and includes music from Long Beach’s Soft Hands and San Francisco band Tunnel. Black Market Electric opens the show. And that’s not all. “Pologeist,” the fourth annual bike polo tournament, meets at Buckley Park at 10 a.m. on Sun., Oct. 25. Teams of three will compete in the round robin format.

Tickets to various Rally of the Dead events are available at the Durango Cyclery, Southwest Sound and The Abbey Theatre. For more info, visit www.durangocyclery.com.

Henry Strater presents live ‘Rocky Horror Show’

What: A live performance of Richard O’Briens “Rocky Horror Show”

Where: The Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave.    

When: Oct. 28-31. Doors open at 7 p.m.  

Durango can do the Time Warp next week with a live performance of Richard O’Brien’s “Rocky Horror Show.” Brad, Janet and Frank-n-Furter all go on stage at the Henry Strater Theatre beginning next week and running through Halloween.

On their way to visit a college professor, Brad and fiancee Janet find themselves at the mercy of a gender-bending doctor and his eccentric guests in this send-up of science-fiction films and sexual mores.

Costumes are encouraged for the cult classic, pop culture, science fiction, glam rock and quirky comedy. Audience members are asked to leave their props at home, however. “Goody-Throw-Bags” will be available inside the theatre.

The Rocky Horror Show opens with an all-ages show on Oct. 28, and then continues on Oct. 29, 30 & 31. Advanced tickets are highly recommended. For more information, visit www.henrystratertheatre.com or call 375-7160.

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Ska Brewing and LPEA throw a ‘Bodo Bash’ What: A happy hour party benefiting the United Way of Southwest Colorado Where: Ska Brewing’s new world headquarters, 225 Girard Drive When: Thurs., Oct. 23 from 5-7 p.m. Ska Brewing Co. is partnering with the La Plata Electric Association for local charities this week. The pair is hosting the “Bodo Bash” this Thurs., Oct. 23, at the new Ska “world headquarters.” The 5-7 p.m. event benefits the United Way of Southwest Colorado. Live music, tours of the new Ska facility and complimentary appetizers from Zia Taqueria are included for the suggested $1 donation at the door. Proceeds from half-price Ska beers will also go to the United Way effort. “We wanted to host a new, fun event to help raise funds for United Way,” said Jeannie Bennett, LPEA public relations manager. “Ska is our neighbor here in Bodo Park, so teaming up seemed to be a natural, especially with their new facility. We’re hoping everyone will come by for a little Happy Hour cheer.” Ska Brewing Co. is now located at 225 Girard Drive. The 24,000-square-foot facility includes a spacious tasting room that opens to an outdoor beer garden. Some parking for the Bodo Bash will be available on site, with overflow and shuttle service from the United Way office at 281 Sawyer. For further information, contact 382-3505.

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The Hank presents the ‘Rocky Horror Show’ What: A live performance of Richard O’Briens “Rocky Horror Show” Where: The Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave.     When: Oct. 28-31. Doors open at 7 p.m.   Durango can do the Time Warp next week with a live performance of Richard O’Brien’s “Rocky Horror Show.” Brad, Janet and Frank-n-Furter all go on stage at the Henry Strater Theatre beginning next week and running through Halloween. On their way to visit a college professor, Brad and fiancee Janet find themselves at the mercy of a gender-bending doctor and his eccentric guests in this send-up of science-fiction films and sexual mores. Costumes are encouraged for the cult classic, pop culture, science fiction, glam rock and quirky comedy. Audience members are asked to leave their props at home, however. “Goody-Throw-Bags” will be available inside the theatre. The Rocky Horror Show opens with an all-ages show on Oct. 28, and then continues on Oct. 29, 30 & 31. Advanced tickets are highly recommended. For more information, visit www.henrystratertheatre.com or call 375-7160.

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Rally of the Dead rolls back into Durango What: Four days of singlespeeding, bike polo, live music and more Where: All over Durango     When: Oct. 23-26 Singlespeed mountain bikes are plotting a Durango takeover this weekend. Rally of the Dead, a festival mixed of blood, art, music and singlespeeds, and one of Durango’s original underground bike events, returns Oct. 23-26. The event is spread over four days and includes film premiers, performance art, bike polo, music from local and California bands, and most importantly, some world class one-gear riding by Durango riders. On Oct. 23, the Tour de Mort, a group ride to awaken the dead, leaves the Durango Cyclery at 5:30 p.m. The following day, Oct. 23, the Zombie Ball and Bike Porn Film Tease meets at the Powerhouse Museum at 6 p.m. The 21 and over event features DJ Tricerahops and the Rainbow Machete Crew and is sponsored by New Belgium. The main event, the Rally of the Dead Stage Race, begins with 9:45-10 a.m. registration at Stoner Park. That night, the live awards show meets at the Abbey Theatre at 10 p.m. and includes music from Long Beach’s Soft Hands and San Francisco band Tunnel. Black Market Electric opens the show. And that’s not all. “Pologeist,” the fourth annual bike polo tournament, meets at Buckley Park at 10 a.m. on Sun., Oct. 25. Teams of three will compete in the round robin format. Tickets to various Rally of the Dead events are available at the Durango Cyclery, Southwest Sound and The Abbey Theatre. For more info, visit www.durangocyclery.com.

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SW Writers Institute presents ‘Earth: The Sequel’ What: A talk by author Miriam Horn Where: The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College     When: Thurs., Oct. 23 at 7 p.m.   A vision for solving the “greatest crisis of our time” goes into the spotlight this week, courtesy of the Southwest Writers Institute. Miriam Horn, co-author of Earth: The Sequel, gives a public talk this Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Community Concert Hall. Earth: The Sequel – The Race to Reinvent Energy and Stop Global Warming unveils a vision for turning back climate change. In sharp contrast to books offering little beyond dire warnings and grim statistics, Horn maps a path to recovery. The book highlights the innovators and risk-takers who are pushing technology to the limit to find new ways to create clean energy, increase efficiency and cut global-warming pollution. It also offers a behind-the-scenes tour of the dynamic transformation of today’s multi-trillion-dollar energy sector. The book goes on to introduce a group of dynamic young companies and entrepreneurs working to find the newest, cleanest and most abundant ways to power the globe. Horn’s lecture is made possible by the Southwest Writers Institute, which was reborn in 2005 nearly a decade after a local writers’ conference concluded a long run. The institute’s mission is to encourage and cultivate the Southwest’s growing reputation as a hotbed for writers. In addition to co-writing Earth: the Sequel, Horn is the author of Rebels in White Gloves and has written for a number of publications, including Vanity Fair and The New York Times. For more information on her Oct. 23 talk, call 903-7914.

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