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Valentine’s Day 5K set for this Saturday

Author and activist brings Alaska to Durango
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Dave Mensch performs solo at Purgy’s at Durango Mountain Resort from 2-5 p.m.

La Plata County Republicans host a 200^th birthday party for Abe Lincoln from 4-6 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. The free event includes cake and ice cream, activities for kids, an appearance by Abe, entertainment, a dessert auction and more. 799-1846.

The Babylon Collapse Sound System presents Rastaman Vibrations w/ DJ I-Gene, 6 Star General, DJ Reason, Jah Samuel from 4:21-8 p.m. at Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St., including a pyro show by Fire Underground at 7:45 p.m.

The Durango Independent Film Festival hosts a volunteer orientation at 5 p.m. at the Durango Recreation Center. Volunteers are especially needed to help with film screenings and merchandise sales at the March 4-8 festival. volunteer@durangofilm.org for details.

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.

Gord Cooke, a pioneer in the better building movement, discusses the “Benefits of High Performance Homes” from 6-8 p.m. at the Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. 382-0082.

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 Noble Hall with “The Beauty of Ethics” by Katherine Burgess, Ph.D. 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 for details.

Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, performs solo at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., starting at 7 p.m.

Astrologer Cassandra Leoncini discusses sun signs and relationships at 7 p.m. at the Cortez Cultural Center. 565-7272 for details.

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

Topaz & Mudphonic, of Austin, Texas, bring funk, blues and Southern rock to Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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

James and the Devil play Purgy’s at Durango Mountain Resort from 2-5 p.m.

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.

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

Guitarist and singer-songwriter Christina

Callicott plays the Spruce Tree Coffeehouse, located in Cortez, at 5 p.m.

The Himalayan Kitchen, 992 Main Ave., hosts Kirtan, an evening of devotional singing and dancing, from 8-8:30 p.m. The free event is family friendly. 259-2110.

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

Ryan and Rachel 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.

The Tumblin’ Dice play classic rock and blues at the 8th Avenue Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., starting at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

Formula 151 returns to the Billy Goat Saloon, located off U.S. Hwy. 160 in Gem Village, at 8 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

The Summit, 600 Main Ave., hosts music from local bands, The Freeman Social and …in a day, at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

Local band Cosmic Accident jams at Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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Valentine’s Day

The American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., offers an Adult CPR/AED and First Aid class and a separate CPR for the Professional Rescuer class from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 259-5383 to register.

The Durango Farmers Market hosts a special winter market from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Smiley Building, 1309 E. Third Ave. www.durangofarmersmarket.org for details.

Artisans of Mancos, located in downtown Mancos, host a welcome for La Plata Paw participants and spectators including an 11 a.m. chili cook-off and a Meet the Mushers reception from 3:30-5:30 p.m.

James and the Devil plays Purgy’s at Durango Mountain Resort from 2-5 p.m.

Rocky Mountain Child Care offers child care, including dinner, from 4-10 p.m. for $5 per hour with proceeds benefiting Skills for Living & Learning. 247-0255 for details. 

The Durango Recreation Center offers Parents’ Night Out from 6-9 p.m. Children, ages 4 through 10, are invited for an evening of crafts, snacks and games. 375-7300 to register.

Turtle Lake Refuge offers a Five-Course Valentine’s

Benefit Dinner, featuring Lawrence Nass on piano, from 6-9 p.m. at the Rocky Mountain Retreat, 848 E. Third Ave. Net donations go toward a Sustainable Education Space. 247-8395 to register.

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

The San Juan Symphony presents “Sketchy Business” with guest conductor Philip Mann at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

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

RockSlide plays a free 8:30 p.m. show at the Columbine Bar in Mancos. 533-7397 for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents Speed Dating and a Kissing Booth for Valentine’s Day. The event benefits the Rotoract Club. 259-9018 for details.

Local favorites The Good Neighbors play a Valentine’s Day show at 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 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 La Plata Skills Trade Collective holds a meeting for people interested in being involved in the core organization of the group from 3 – 5 p.m. in the downstairs meeting room at Durango Coffee Co., 730 Main Ave. E-mail emiliemonson@gmail.com for details.

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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Presidents’ Day

Durango Mountain Resort offers a discounted day of skiing to benefit the Durango Foundation for Educational Excellence. Full day lift tickets are just $25 but must be pre-purchased at North and South City Market, Albertsons, or Nature’s Oasis in Durango. Discounted lunch, lessons and rentals are also available.

The Well’s Group starts collecting “Wish List” items and donations for the La Plata County Humane Society at 901 Main Ave. and 581 E. Colorado in Bayfield. Items will be collected through Feb. 28, and wish list items are posted around town.

The Fort Lewis College Veterans’ Club hosts two free presentations on veterans’ issues and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Nationally known speaker and author Sergeant Andrew Brandi will speak at 9 a.m. in the Memorial Lounge and at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall. 247-7212 to RSVP.

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.

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

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 for details.

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.

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.

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

Ceramacist Lisa Pedolsky offers a free lecture entitled “Process” on conception and construction at 6:30 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., as part of the Wabi Sabi exhibit. 259-2606 for details. 4

The Fort Lewis College Native American Center’s Elder-in-Residence, Henrietta Mann, gives a 7 p.m. talk in the Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum.

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

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

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.

Stevie Starr, the Human Regurgitator, performs at 7:30 p.m. in the Fort Lewis College Ballroom. Starr swallows live goldfish, pool balls, numbered coins, even dry sugar, and manages to bring them back up in order.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., hosts live music from Sam and Kat 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.

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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.

Pediatric Associates of Durango, 1199 Main Ave., offers a free children’s yoga class for 3- to 7-year-olds from 3:15-4 p.m. 259-7337 to register.

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.

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.

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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 for more information

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 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.

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A Dub Rock Band will play local roots reggae at Ska Brewing on Feb. 19.

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. This year’s event is “Tropics of Chocolate.“

Movies del Mundo, a Mexican themed potluck and screening of “Un Poquito de Tanta Verdad,” takes place at the Smiley Building Theatre on Feb. 20.

Fort Lewis College Choirs, Durango High School Colours and the Durango Choral Society will present “Town and Gown” on Feb. 20 at the Community Concert Hall.

The Henry Strater Theater will present “An Evening with Mark Twain” on Feb. 21, featuring Dennis Seibel as Mark Twain.

Baby Toro plays a free, all-ages show at the Absolute Bakery in Mancos on Feb. 21.

The 4 Corners Leadership Group sponsors a free Create Your Own 4 Step Economic Stimulus Plan seminar on Feb. 21 at the Heartwood Community House. 884-2949 for details.

LifeGuard hosts a Feb. 21 dinner at St. Columba Church with Hollywood guests Lila Rose, Alejandro Monetverde and Ali Landry.

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.

Fred Garbo Inflatable Theatre comes to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on Feb. 22.

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 Community Concert Hall will host “One Night of Queen: Live in Concert,” performed by Gary Mullen and The Works on Feb. 25.

Legendary singer-songwriter Todd Snider plays a Feb. 28 show at the Henry Strater Theatre.

The Medicine Horse Center will hold a brainstorming session on Feb. 28 at the Mancos Community Center. 533-7403 for details.

The 4th annual Durango Independent Film Festival is scheduled for March 4-8.

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.

evening, Feb. 18, Ott will give a presentation on her newest book, Not One Drop, at 6 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall at Fort Lewis College. The book is a cautionary tale on the struggle between human rights and corporate power and offers solutions for a sustainable future.

For more information on Ott or the events, visit www.rikiott.com or call the FLC Environmental Center at 247-7676.

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Valentine’s Day 5K set for this Saturday What: The first running race of the 2009 season Where: The Durango Community Recreation Center When: Sat., Feb. 14 at 10 a.m.   Durango’s first foot race of 2009 leaves the starting line this Saturday. Durango Parks and Recreation will host the annual Valentine’s Day 5K at 10 a.m. The event starts and finishes at the Durango Community Recreation Center.   The 2009 route will be an “out and back” along the Animas River Trail. Runners, joggers, walkers, children and dogs (on a leash) are all invited to participate in the Valentine’s Day 5K.   All participants receive a unique beanie on race day, and the event features a post-race gathering with raffle prizes. All registered participants will receive a prize drawing ticket. Runners and walkers can register at the Durango Community Recreation Center or online at www.active.com prior to noon on Feb. 13. Packet pick-up and race day registration takes place from 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 14 in Durango Recreation Center’s Twilight room.     For more information, call 375-7306 or email schaibergerhl@ci.durango.co.us

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Author and activist brings Alaska to Durango What: A film screening and presentation by Ricki Ott Where: The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., and 130 Noble Hall When: Feb. 17 at 6 p.m. at DAC; and Feb. 18 at 6 p.m. at FLC Thirty-five years ago, former U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens, Alaska, promised, “Not one drop of oil would touch Prince William Sound.” The 1989 Exxon Valdez disaster invalidated that claim in the worst way possible. Alaskan author, scientist and storyteller Riki Ott brings her account of the nation’s largest oil spill and the future of corporate/citizen relations to Durango next week. On Tues., Feb. 17, Ott will be on hand for a screening of the film “Black Wave” at 6 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center. The event is sponsored by the Durango Independent Film Festival, and Ott will speak briefly before the film and lead a Q&A session after. The following evening, Feb. 18, Ott will give a presentation on her newest book, Not One Drop, at 6 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall at Fort Lewis College. The book is a cautionary tale on the struggle between human rights and corporate power and offers solutions for a sustainable future. For more information on Ott or the events, visit www.rikiott.com or call the FLC Environmental Center at 247-7676.

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Bear Smart to screen award-winning IMAX film What: A film and food fund-raiser for Bear Smart Durango Where: The Smiley Theatre, 1309 E. Third Ave.   When: Fri., Feb. 13 with a 6 p.m. reception and 7 p.m. screening     Local bruins will benefit from the silver screen this week. Bear Smart Durango hosts a fund-raiser screening and reception for the award-winning IMAX film, “Bears,” on Fri., Feb. 13. “Bears” is the fourth and most anticipated giant-screen film produced by the National Wildlife Federation. The film explores the mythical past and fragile future of some of the most misunderstood predators on the planet. From polar bears in the arctic tundra to grizzlies in Alaska to black bears in Montana, “Bears” presents bears in the full glory of their natural habitats and depicts the challenges facing each species. The fund-raiser benefits Bear Smart Durango and gets under way with a 6 p.m. pre-screening chili & chip reception, courtesy of Carver Brewing and Zuberfizz. Attendees are encouraged to bring a bear (any bear, be it fuzzy, hard, a toy or photo) for a Bear Gift Sale. The film begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are available for the film and reception or the film alone. They can be pre-purchased at Maria’s Bookshop, Magpies Newsstand Cafe and Southwest Sound. For more information, call 749-4262 or visit www.dontfeedme.blogspot.com.

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