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DAM presents a legendary Texas outlaw

Durango presents 6th annual sprint triathlon
Hermosa Creek Off-Road Classic returns

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Nashville songwriter and recording artist Andy Hackbarth offers a free teen songwriting workshop entitled, “Be Your Own Rock Star!” at 2:30 p.m. at the Durango Public Library. 375-3393 for details.

Lisa Blue, Pete Neds and Hal Lott play the patio at Rylee Mac’s, 1485 Florida Rd., from 5-8 p.m.  259-4960 for details.

Cyle Talley plays acoustic originals and covers on the Starbucks Coffee patio, 558 Main Ave., from 5-7 p.m.

Singer-songwriter Herb Folsom plays Trimble Hot Springs from 6-8 p.m. 247-0111 for details.

The Assortment plays its weekly gig at Durango Brewing, 3000 Main Ave., from 6-8 p.m. 247-3396 for details.

Tom MacCluskey performs on piano at the Cyprus Café, 725 E. Second Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 385-6884 for details.

Durango Motorless Transit hosts a group trail run on the Hogsback trails. Interested runners should meet at the Leyden St. trailhead at 6 p.m. 946-5557 for details.

The Jeff Solon Jazz Duo plays the bar at Mutu’s, 701 E. Second Ave., from 6-9 p.m.

Music in the Mountains continues with “Fireworks,” a special event, at 6:30 p.m. at the Glacier Club. www.musicinthemountains.com 

Tucker Leavitt plays jazz and classical piano at the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 605 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m. to close. 247-7700 for details.

The Durango Performing Arts Co. Summer Theatre Academy presents “Pirates of Penzance, Jr.” and “Sleeping Beauty” at 7 p.m. Additional performances are set for July 31 at 7 p.m. and Aug. 1 at 1 p.m.. 259-2606 for details.

The 2009 Moving Mountains Education Series presents a 7 p.m. seminar on the plight of the American pika in 130 Noble Hall. Researcher Liesl Peterson will lead the free event. www.mountainstudies.org 

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 performs solo at The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., starting at 7 p.m.

Electron Deception plays the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The Durango Wheel Club holds a morning group ride for all levels at the Durango Recreation Center at 7 a.m. For safety and legal reasons, all riders must be DWC members. www.durangowheelclub.com for more info.

The San Juan Mountains Association leads a wildflower hike on the Pass Creek Trail to the alpine meadows at the base of Engineer Mountain. 385-1256 to register.

Top BMX pro Johnny “Rocket” Woodmansee leads clinics from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The clinics continue on the mornings of Aug. 1 & 2. 759-5700.

The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., offers the Paint Bar from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 259-2606 for details.

The 29th annual Art in the Park returns to Buckley Park from noon-6 p.m. The arts and crafts show continues from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Aug. 1 and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Aug. 2.

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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.

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

Nina Sasaki and Ben Gibson play the patio at Rylee Mac’s, 1485 Florida Rd., at 5:30 p.m.  259-4960.  

The Durango Discovery Museum screens “Robots” for its free Sci Fri Movie Night at the Powerhouse. The event begins at 6:20 p.m. with Discovery Shuttle pedi-limo rides. www.durangodiscovery.org for details.

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

The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College hosts a 7 p.m. opening reception for Fiber Celebrated 2009: Intermountain Weavers Juried Exhibit.

The Center of Light screens the film, “I Am David,” at 7 p.m. at the Dharma Center, 2530 Colorado Ave. 882-2123 for details.

Music in the Mountains continues with “Conservatory V,” a young artists’ performance, at 7:30 p.m. at Roshong Recital Hall. www.musicinthemountains.com for details.

The Kirk James Blues Band returns to the 8th Avenue Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., starting at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

The Super Suckers return to the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, at 9 p.m. Seattle’s Brent Amaker and the Rodeo open the show. 385-1711 for details.

The Chills bring classic rock to the Billy Goat Saloon, located off U.S. Hwy. 160 in Gem Village, at 9 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

The Summit, 600 Main Ave., hosts a double-bill from Frontside Five and Pitch Invasion at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The Durango Farmers Market meets from 8 a.m.-noon at First National Bank of Durango, 259 W. 9^th St. www.durangofarmersmarket.org for details.

Mountain Studies Institute hosts an 8:30 a.m. field trip and discussion of acid mine drainage with experts from the U.S. Geological Survey and the4

The Durango Wheel Club holds its weekly group ride for all levels at the Durango Recreation Center at 9 a.m. www.durangowheelclub.com for more info.

The San Juan Mountains Association offers a guided nature walk at Durango Mountain Resort from 10 a.m.-noon. Hikes are free and registration is not required. 385-1256.

The Asante Center, 801 Floridia Rd., offers a free class on Tai Chi Gung (philosophy and internal exercises) at 12:15 p.m.

The monthly Contra Dance meets at Park Elementary School with a 6 p.m. community potluck, 7 p.m. beginner dance instruction and the Contra Dance at 7:30 p.m. with music from the Phoenix band ClusterFolk. 385-9292 for details.

Mark Simons plays a second show at the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 605 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m. to close. 247-7700 for details.

A new local rock band, Motivator, makes its debut at 7 p.m. at Durango Brewing Co., 3000 Main Ave.

Music in the Mountains presents “Spice,” a festival orchestra performance featuring selections from Hadyn, Liszt, Turina and Falla, at 5 p.m. at Durango Mountain Resort. www.musicinthemountains.com for details.

The Durango Cruzers meet at the Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., at 6 p.m. Moe’s presents DJ Phi from 9 p.m. until close. 259-9018 for details.

Singer-songwriters Nina Sasaki and Ben Gibson play the patio at Sweeney’s, located north of town on County Rd. 203, from 6-9 p.m. 247-5236 for details.

Dennis Wakeman hosts open mic at Guiseppe’s Restaurant, located on Goddard Ave. in Ignacio, from 6-8 p.m.

Ryan Curry plays jazz and classical at the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 605 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m. to close. 247-7700 for details.

Cyle Talley plays acoustic originals and covers at Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College, from 7-9 p.m.

Tim Guidotti performs a free show at The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., starting at 7 p.m.

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

The Kirk James Blues Band plays the Schank House, located at Vallecito, at 8 p.m.

Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., presents live funk/jazz/hip hop from Salem Music at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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The Durango Wheel Club holds a social ride, meeting at 9 a.m. at the Home Depot parking lot. www.durangowheelclub.com for details.

The Irish Embassy Pub, 900 Main Ave., offers a traditional Irish music jam session beginning at 12:30 p.m. 403-1200 for details.

Durango BMX holds a special fun day with sign ups from 1-2 p.m. and free racing to follow, weather permitting. www.durangobmx.com or 799-1780 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. durangofoodnotbombs@gmail.com.

The Scrugglers play Gospel Brunch at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., from 1-3 p.m. The Blue Moon Ramblers play their weekly gig beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Music in the Mountains concludes with “Fiery Finale,” a festival orchestra performance of selections from Glinka, Granados, Chabrier and others, at 5 p.m. at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.musicinthemountains.com for details.

Chad MacCluskey plays 7-string guitar solos at the Cyprus Café, 725 E. Second Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 385-6884 for details.

Greg Ryder returns to the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.

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

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents Musica del Mundo with DJs Maize and X spinning from 8 p.m. until close. 259-9018 for details.

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The Jeff Solon Jazz Duo plays the bar at Mutu’s, 701 E. Second Ave., from 6-9 p.m.

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

The 8th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., hosts open mic night from 8 p.m. to close. 259-8801 for details.

The Irish Embassy Pub, 900 Main Ave., offers its General Knowledge Quiz Night beginning at 9 p.m. 403-1200 for details.

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The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., offers the Paint Bar from 5-7 p.m. 259-2606 for details.

Durango BMX holds Tuesday Gate Practice from 5:30-7 p.m., weather permitting. www.durangobmx.com or 799-1780 for details.

The Jeff Solon Jazz Duo, featuring vocalist Alison Dance, plays the Cyprus Café, 725 E. Second Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 385-6884 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 Recreation Center hosts Kayak Night from 7-8:45 p.m. in the pool. 375-7312 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 his weekly 7-11 p.m. gig at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.

Terry Rickard plays a solo acoustic show at the Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.

Acoustic folk/pop/indie troubadours Annie Brooks and Cyle Talley split a set of originals at the Durango4 Coffee Co., 730 Main Ave., from 7-9 p.m.

The Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield hosts a free program on “Solar Hot Water Systems and Rebates” from 7-9 p.m. 884-2222 for details.

The Purple Haze Bar & Grill, 117 W. College, offers an open blues jam at 8 p.m. 259-9900 for details.

Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave., presents The Daydreamers playing from 9 p.m. until close. 259-9018 for details.

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San Juan Mountains Association offers a Kid’s Hiking Club for children ages 8 to 12. The free hikes will accommodate all abilities and run through Aug. 19. 759-9113 to register.

The Sustainable Building Education Program continues at noon at First National Bank of Durango, 259 W. 9th St. Mike Frisoni, of Annadel Building Solutions, will discuss Performance Testing for Green Program Certifications. 382-5744 to RSVP.

The Durango Farmers Market offers a Wednesday Evening Market from 4-7 p.m. in the parking lot of the La Plata County Fairgrounds. www.durangofarmersmarket.org for details.

Animas SDS (Students for a Democratic Society) meets every Wednesday from 5-6 p.m. in a top-secret location. Email animas-sds@riseup.net for details.

The Steamworks Bayfield Beer Factory hosts an open mic night from 5-8 p.m. 884-7837 for details.

Durango BMX holds its Wednesday races with sign ups from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and racing to follow, weather permitting. www.durangobmx.com or 799-1780 for details.

The Asa Fire Tribe returns to Trimble Hot Springs. The fire dancing performance begins at dusk.

The Jeff Solon Jazz Duo plays the Cyprus Café, 725 E. Second Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 385-6884 for details.

The Dragon Youth Project of San Juan Basin Health Department presents a photography exhibit and discussion of health issues among Bayfield teens from 6-7:30 p.m. at Bayfield Town Hall. 247-5702 ext. 225 for details.

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

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.

Serving Life Chiropractic Studio, 1040 Main Ave., offers a free Wellness Wednesday Talk on health, life and well-being from 6-7 p.m. 422-2032 to reserve a spot.

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

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

Local favorite Warsaw returns to Durango for a 9:30 p.m. show at the Summit, 600 Main Ave. 247-2324 for details.

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“Mélange,” an exhibit featuring the work Jodell Murray, Patti Singer and Jenny Treanor, shows at the Durango Arts Center through July 31. The Friends of the Art Library also present “Weave Us Into Day,” featuring mixed media art by Meredith Nemirov, of Ridgway. 259-2606 for details.

Pure Soul Coffee, 40 Town Plaza, displays new oil paintings from Rudy Eccher through the month of July.

The Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave., presents “Dames at Sea,” a locally produced musical production, nightly except Mondays. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. www.HenryStraterTheatre.com or 375-7160 for details.

Starbucks Coffee, 558 Main Ave., exhibits Bob Zahner’s traditional landscapes through the month of July.

The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College hosts the exhibition, 100% Birgitta: The Fine Art of Revolutionary Crochet through Aug. 2. Transitions: Navajo Weaving 1880-1920, and Ben Nighthorse jewelry are also on display. Visit http: //swcenter.fortlewis.edu or call 247-7456 for more information

Business Network International offers Professional Business Builders on Thursdays at the Himalayan Kitchen, 992 Main Ave., at 7 a.m.; and a Referral Market Chapter meeting on Tuesdays at Prudential Triple S Realty, 700 Main Ave., at 11:30 a.m. 375-7794 for details. Business Connections also meets on Wednesdays at the Durango Recreation Center at 11:30 a.m. 422-2032 for details.

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The La Plata County Fair returns on Aug. 5-9 and features exhibits, the livestock auction, the demolition derby, dancing, food and more. Tickets for the demolition derby are currently on sale at locations around town.

The Art of Living will present a free introductory talk and meditation on Aug. 6 at the Café of Life. www.artofliving.org for details.

The 2009 Four Corners Caregiving Summit will meet in Ignacio on Aug. 6-7. 303) 866-2651 for details.

Fridays at the Fort returns to the Community Concert hall on Aug. 7 with a free show from Beth Wood and special guest Cindy Woolf.

The Four Corners Lecture Series will present author Craig Childs discussing “Living in an Archaeological Landscape” on Aug. 8 at Mesa Verde National Park.

The Colorado Peace Ride takes off Aug. 9 and will cover the entire San Juan Skyway Loop. www.thepeaceride.com for details.

The Durango/Four Corners Chapter of PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) will meet on Aug. 9 at Planned Parenthood. 799-0482 for details.

Maria’s Bookshop will host an Aug. 10 booksigning with Elizabeth Hyde, author of In the Heart of the Canyon.

Bayfield’s Red House Gallery will present an Aug. 15 solo show featuring local artist Tirzah Camacho.

Durango DOT Comedy presents “She’s Just Not That Into You” on Aug. 15 at the Durango Arts Center.

Up with People and its multinational cast will play the Community Concert Hall on Aug. 20 & 21.

Indie/folk duo Chris and Thomas will play the Henry Strater Theatre on Aug. 21.

The Center of Southwest Studies will open a mountain lion exhibit on Aug. 22. Persons interested in sharing photos, articles or stories should call 247-7456. 

Singer/songwriter Suzanne Vega plays the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on Aug. 22.

The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College will present Nashville band KingBilly on Aug. 29.

Tour de Farm 2009 will take off Aug. 30 and includes an in-town ride and a longer ride in Ignacio.

The Durango Public Library will open the exhibit “The Beast in the Library: Wildlife Photography” on Sept. 13, and local photographers are invited to submit their work. 247-8252 for details.

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DAM presents a legendary Texas outlaw What: A local concert from Ray Wylie Hubbard Where: The Smiley Theatre, 1309 E. Third Ave. When: Sat., Aug. 1. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. A legend of outlaw country will help Durango Acoustic Music kick off its 20th season this Saturday. Ray Wylie Hubbard will play an Aug. 1 DAM show, and doors open at 7:30 p.m. Ray Wylie Hubbard was one of the Texas songwriters who ushered in the Cosmic Cowboy and Outlaw Country eras of the 1970s. Best known for writing the song “Up Against the Wall, Redneck Mothers” for Jerry Jeff Walker in 1973, he’s released a string of award-winning albums over the past 15 years. He’s known for mixing folk, blues, country and early ‘70s Rolling Stones-type rock and roll with his Lone Star Zen mysticism. Hubbard’s latest offering is the gritty, humorous, seductive and intelligent ”Snake Farm,” a collection of commanding songs that juxtapose Hubbard’s impeccable lyrics with dirty, primal grooves. Tickets and DAM memberships are available at Animas Trading Co., Canyon Music and Southwest Sound. The concert is open to all ages, but DAM will be selling Ska beer and wine from Durango Liquor for those ages 21 and over. For more information, visit www.durangoacousticmusic.com.

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Durango presents 6th annual sprint triathlon What: The City of Durango’s annual triathlon Where: The Durango Recreation Center When: Sat., Aug. 1, beginning at 8 a.m. Swimming, cycling and running go into the local limelight this weekend. The 6th annual Durango Parks and Recreation Triathlon takes off from the Durango Community Recreation Center at 8 a.m. on Saturday. By incorporating sprint triathlon distances, the race will attract beginner triathletes as well as seasoned veterans looking to complete a competitive training course. The course includes a 500-yard swim in the lap pool, a 13-mile bike ride, and a 5K run.  Racers must pick up their packets at the Durango Community Recreation Center between 4:30-8 p.m. on July 31. The first heat begins at 8 a.m. in the Aquatics Area. Following the race, there will be a barbeque for participants, friends and family at the Recreation Center Amphitheater. Awards and prizes will be presented.  Participants, either individuals or teams, must register at the Durango Community Recreation Center or online at www.active.com. For more information, call 375-7306.

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Hermosa Creek Off-Road Classic returns What: The 3rd annual mountain bike race   Where: The Hermosa Creek Trail When: Sat., Aug. 1, starting at 9 a.m. Mountain bike racing returns to a legendary trail this Saturday. Fort Lewis College Cycling and Passion Productions have whipped up the 3rd annual Hermosa Creek Off-Road Classic for Aug. 1. The race begins at the Lower Hermosa Trailhead and offers men’s, women’s and singlespeed divisions. Competitors have their choice of 38- or 20-mile courses. Race sponsors have kicked in great prizes for this year’s event, including cash purses for the top professionals and singlespeed racers. The icing on the cake will be the post-race BBQ/campout hosted by the Durango Cyclery held at the Upper Hermosa Trailhead. Proceeds go to the Fort Lewis College Cycling Team and Bicycle Lemonade. For 2009, the race is a test-event for the Singlespeed World Championships to be held in Durango on Sept 19. The race is also part of the San Juan Trifecta series of races along with the CT Classic and the Bear Creek Beatdown. The race costs just $35, and pre-registration will be available Fri., July 31, from 5-8 p.m. at the Upper Hermosa Trailhead. Race day registration will be at the Lower Hermosa parking lot from 7-8:30 a.m. Racing starts at 9 a.m. For more information, visit http://cycling.fortlewis.edu.

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