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DAC opens Wabi Sabi Invitational
Biscuit Burner stops over at the Henry Strater

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Thursday5

Dave Mensch performs solo at Purgy’s at Durango Mountain Resort from 2-5 p.m.

Wild Mountain plays eclectic, lefty folkcanagrass at Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St., at 5 p.m.

Womenade, a program of the Women’s Resource Center, presents a 5:30 p.m. potluck at the Rochester Hotel, 726 E. Second Ave. programs@wrcdurango.org for details or to RSVP.

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

Singer-songwriter Annie Brooks plays the Mahogany Grille, 699 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 247-4433 for details.

Mark Simons plays jazz & classical at the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 605 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m. to close. 247-7700.

The Fort Lewis Life-Long Learning Lecture Series continues at 7 p.m. in 130 Chemistry Hall with a panel discussion on the U.S. financial sector and current economic situation. 247-7401 for details.

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 until 11 p.m. 259-9018.

Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, performs solo at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., starting 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.

Frogs Gone Fishing plays rock, funk, soul and blues at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. Local singer-songwriter Gigi Love opens the show. 247-2324 for details.

Country legend David Allen Coe plays the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, at 10 p.m. Local band Midnight Backhand opens. 385-1711 for details.

Basshound, from Baltimore, plays crunk/electro/fusion at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200.

Friday6

Free cardiovascular disease screenings take place from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at King Center Laundry, 1127 Camino del Rio. Additional screenings are scheduled at other locations for Feb. 11, 18, 19 & 26. 749-9604 for details.

The Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield offers story time from 10-11 a.m. All ages are welcome. 884-2222.

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.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents the Friday Afternoon Club with the Sweats playing from 5-8 p.m. DJ Batch spins from 10 p.m. until close. 259-9018.

The Fort Lewis College Small Ensembles perform a free recital at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College at 5:45 p.m.

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

Darryl & Piper Kuntz play on piano and vocals at the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 605 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m. to close. 247-7700 for details.

Stone 66 plays classic rock at 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, located off U.S. Hwy. 160 in Gem Village, at 8 p.m. 884-9155.

The Summit, 600 Main Ave., hosts spins from Artikle, Nonsense, Diabolic Sound Platoon, K Diggz and Big Ace Drastik beginning at 9: 30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The League of Women Voters of La Plata County hosts its annual “Legislative Lowdown” from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Durango Public Library. Colorado State Sen. Jim Isgar and Colorado State Rep. Ellen Roberts will discuss legislative initiatives and impacts.

Local herbalist Zita Xavier offers a free class, “Lift Your Mood and Beat the Winter Blues,” at 1 p.m. at the Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield. 884-2222.

The Fort Lewis College Select Band, with guest conductor Stephen Melillo, plays a free concert at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College at 2 p.m. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

The Contra Dance returns to the American Legion, 878 E. Second Ave., with a 6 p.m. community potluck; 7 p.m.

beginner dance instruction; and the dance at 7: 30 p.m. with music from the Ice Cold NuGrapes Band. 385-9292 for details.

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

Ryan and Rachel play the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 605 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m. to close. 247-7700 for details.

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

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents Posh Josh spinning for dancing from 9 p.m.-close. 259-9018.

Pigment brings jam rock back to the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The San Juan Mountains Association offers a ski naturalist trek at Durango Mountain Resort meeting at 9:45 a.m. at Guest Services. The free treks will continue throughout the season and last approximately 1 hour. 385-2147 for details.

The Adaptive Sports Association celebrates its 25th Anniversary with a 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Open House.  The event meets at the Columbine base area at Durango Mountain Resort. 259-0374 for details.

The Center of Southwest Studies hosts a 1 p.m. opening reception for “100% Birgitta: The Fine Art of Revolutionary Crochet.”

The Durango chapter of Food Not Bombs serves free vegetarian/vegan food starting at 1-4 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.

The Durango Public Library hosts a 3-5 p.m. reception for local artist Louise Grunewald, whose solo exhibit “Excerpts” will run through March. Grunewald will give the slide talk, “Traveling the Artistic Road,” at 7 p.m. on Feb. 11.

Grammy-award winner Melissa Manchester plays a 7 p.m. “up-close and personal” show at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com.

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.

The Rowdy Shade House Funk Band plays the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

Monday9

The Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield offers “Jammin Juniors,” a free song and dance class for all ages, from 10-11 a.m. 884-2222 for details.

Three Springs hosts a 4-6 p.m. open house for a proposed public art project. The three finalists will display their proposals, and the community is encouraged to provide comments. 375-5002 for details. 4

Joel Racheff performs at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5 p.m.

Former pro skier William Kerig signs his new book, The Edge of Never, at 6: 30 p.m. at Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave. The film “The Edge of Never” is presently in postproduction and is expected to be released this fall. 247-1438 for details.

Music in the Mountains Goes to School presents a concert from the music faculty of Durango School District 9-R at 7 p.m. in the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

Durango DOT Comedy, the local improv comedy troupe, holds auditions for new members at 7 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. Email durangodotcomedy@yahoo.com for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., hosts a Texas Hold-em poker tournament at 7 p.m. 259-9018 for details.

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

The Center of Light presents a free class on Mysticism & Meditation meeting at 7 p.m. at the Durango Coffee Co., 730 Main Ave. 882-4920 for details.

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 Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield offers story time from 10-11 a.m. and all ages are welcome. 884-2222.

The Referral Market Chapter of Business Network International meets from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Prudential Triple S Realty, 700 Main Ave. 375-7794 for details.

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

Divorce & Beyond, a 10-week class, begins at Christ The King Lutheran Church at 5:30 p.m. along with a companion class, What About the Children?, for kids 6-12. 884-0611 for details.

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.

The Durango Youth Coalition meets from 6-8 p.m. and encourages students and young professionals to get involved. durangoyouthcoalition@gmail.com for location and details.

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

Maria’s Bookshop hosts a 6:30 p.m. booksigning with Tsultrim Allione, Buddhist scholar and founder of Tara Mandala. Allione’s new book is Feeding Your Demons: Ancient Wisdom for Resolving Inner Conflict. 247-1438.

Dr. Bruce Andrea discusses “Lactate Threshold & Cycling Performance” at 6:30 p.m. at the Durango Sports Club, 1600 Florida Rd. The free presentation is one of four being sponsored by Mercy Medical, the Sports Club and Mountain Bike Specialists.

Craig Childs, noted author, naturalist and commentator, reads from his new book, Animal Dialogues, at 7 p.m. in the Durango Public Library’s program room. The free event is presented by the Living with Wildlife Advisory Board.

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

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

Fort Lewis President Brad Bartel discusses “Paleolithic Cave Art” at the Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield from 7-8:30 p.m. 884-2222 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 Aftergrass beginning at 8 p.m. 259-9018 for details.  

Dave Mensch. of Formula 151, performs at Joel’s, 119 W. 8^th St., starting at 8 p.m.

Wednesday11

The Fort Lewis Small Business Development Center presents a Starting Your Business Workshop at 8:30 a.m. at the Durango Recreation Center. 247-7009 to register.

The Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield offers “Jammin Juniors,” a free song and dance class for all ages, from 10-11 a.m. 884-2222 for details.

The Green Business Roundtable returns to the Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave., at noon and features a presentation on The Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency. 259-3583 to RSVP.

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.

Durango City Council candidate Christina Rinderle Thompson hosts a 5-7 p.m. meet and greet at the Carver Brewing Co., 1022 Main Ave.

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

Dave Mensch performs solo at The Derailed Saloon, formerly Farquahrts, starting at 5:30 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 p.m.

A free class on Creating Your Life Using the Laws of the Universe meets at 7 p.m. at the Durango Coffee Co., 730 Main Ave. 882-4920 for details.

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

An open-level East Coast Swing Party takes place at 8:30 p.m. at the Durango Recreation Center. No partner necessary. 903-9402 for details.

Wisconsin rock & bluegrass band Stealin’ Strings plays the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

Ongoing

The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College hosts the Sixth Annual Juried Photography Show: Images of the Southwest. The show features amateur, professional, and student photographers alike. 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

The Fort Lewis College Art Gallery shows the “Into the Woodlands” art exhibition featuring the works of award-winning artist/educator, America Meredith together with Sallyann Pachall. The show includes a variety of media including prints, etchings, mixed media and paintings.

Karyn Gabaldon Fine Arts, 680 Main Ave., exhibits “Along the Nile” through Feb. 13. The show includes paintings of the Animas River by Rebecca Koeppen, Lorraine Trenholm, Maureen May and Karyn Gabaldon. 247-9018 for details.

Pure Soul Coffee, 40 Town Plaza, exhibits the collage and mixed-media work of Robert Zahner through February. 259-5499 for details.

The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., shows The Four Corners Commission, an art exhibit reflecting the habitat, surroundings and heritage of the Four Corners region. The show was juried by Veryl Goodnight, who has sculpted and painted professionally since the early 1970s. 259-2606 for details.

The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., shows “Recreation,” a show of monoprints and mixed media by Durango artist Maureen May, in the library gallery. 259-2606 for details.

The Animas Museum, 3065 W. Second Ave., hosts “Kiua – The Pottery of Santo Domingo Pueblo,” an exhibit featuring pottery dating from the early 20^th century to contemporary pieces. Most of the historic pieces were originally collected by the Durango Public Library. 259-2402 for details.

Upcoming

Bear Smart Durango will screen the IMAX film, “Bears,” at the Smiley Theatre on Fe b. 13. www.bearsmartdurango.org for details.

Singer-songwriter Christina Callicott plays the Spruce Tree Coffehouse, in Cortez, on Feb. 13.

The 6th annual Ski for Education Day returns to Durango Mountain Resort on Feb. 16. Discounted tickets to benefit education are currently on sale at area super markets.

Stevie Starr the Human Regurgitator performs on Feb. 16 in the Fort Lewis CUB Ballroom.

Riki Ott will present the film, “Black Wave,” and discuss her newest book, Not One Drop, on Feb. 17 & 18. Ott was responsible for much of the science that emerged after the Exxon Valdez oil spill.

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week is calling on artists to decorate bathroom scales as part of an art exhibition on positive body image. Entries can be submitted through Feb. 18. 375-1303 for details.

The Dirty Dozen Brass Band returns for a Feb. 20 show at the Abbey Theatre.

The Volunteers of America’s Chocolate Fantasia returns to the FLC Ballroom on Feb. 20 with Tropics of Chocolate.

The 2nd annual Sasquatch Uphill/Downhill ski race returns to the Hesperus Ski Area on Feb. 22. There will be a variety of races, and costumes are encouraged. www.ski-hesperus.com for details.

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week returns on Feb. 22-28 and is currently seeking amateur and professional artists to decorate bathroom scales as part of an art exhibition on positive body image. 375-1303 for details.

The James and Ernie Comedy Show!, a free Native American comedy performance, lands at the Fort Lewis Ballroom on Feb. 23.

Bassnectar, a freestyle/hip hop/electronica band from San Francisco, plays the Abbey Theatre on Feb. 25.

The Adaptive Sports Association’s 11^th Annual Dave Spencer Ski Classic returns March 6-7. Teams are forming now. 259-0374 for details.

Bruce Cockburn will play an April 8 concert at the Mancos Opera House. 759-9716 for details.

Applications for vendor booths for the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta will be accepted through April 17. 382-9693 for details.

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DAC opens Wabi Sabi Invitational What: A ceramic exhibit highlighting the Japanese aesthetic Where: The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. When: Feb. 6-25, with talks on Feb. 6, 10 & 17. The Durango Arts Center is spotlighting the imperfect beginning this week. The Wabi Sabi Ceramic Invitational kicks off Friday. Wabi Sabi represents a Japanese aesthetic that is imperfect, impermanent and incomplete. In art it can include asymmetry, simplicity, modesty, intimacy and suggest a natural process. Twenty-eight guest ceramic artists will be showing their interpretation of the theme from Feb. 6-25 in the Barbara Conrad Gallery at the Durango Arts Center. A series of lectures accompanies the show. Wabi Sabi opens on Fri., Feb. 6, with a 5-7 p.m. artists’ reception and a 7 p.m. lecture from ceramicist John Bradford. Other lectures by local ceramic artists will be offered throughout the month. Joe Kroenung will discuss the influences of Wabi Sabi in ceramics on Tues., Feb. 10, at 6:30 p.m. Lisa Pedolsky offers a lecture entitled “Process” on Feb. 17. For more information, contact 259-2606.

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Biscuit Burner stops over at the Henry Strater What: A show from Shannon Whitworth, founding member of the Biscuit Burners Where: The Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave.   When: Fri., Feb. 6. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.   A Biscuit Burner takes center stage in Durango this Friday. Shannon Whitworth, singer-songwriter and founding member of the neo old-time band the Biscuit Burners, plays a Feb. 6 show at the Henry Strater Theatre. Whitworth currently lives in the mountains of western North Carolina, where she has spent the last 10 years focusing on mountain, bluegrass and country music. She toured for the last four years with the band she co-founded, the Biscuit Burners. On clawhammer banjo and guitar, Shannon’s compositions contributed depth to the band’s material and has helped her gain respect as a truly talented singer and songwriter. Whitworth is expanding her musical horizons, however. Her current band, the Refugees, is exploring the alt-country side of the genre and her solo record, “No Expectations,” is garnering widespread acclaim. Doors to the Friday show open at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.henrystratertheatre.com.

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