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Casper and the Mighty 602 play two area shows

Bare Bone Burlesque to play Arts Center What: Four performances from the Bare Bones Burlesque & The Salt Fire Circus
Iron Horse presents community street party

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Check-in for the Durango DEVO Bike and Gear Swap is set for 3-8 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds.

Versa Vise plays live rock at Ska Brewing’s World Headquarters, 225 Girard in Bodo Park, from 5-7 p.m.

Hat Trick plays eclectic blues and rock at the Steamworks Bayfield Beer Factory from 5-8 p.m. 884-7837 for details.

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

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

Durango Motorless Transit hosts a group trail run in the Dalla Mountain Park. Interested runners should meet at the Junction Creek Road trailhead at 6 p.m. 946-5557 for details.

The American Red Cross, 1911 Main Ave., offers an Adult, Child & Infact CPR/AED class from 6-10 p.m. 259-5383.

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

The Durango Recreation Center hosts Kayak Night from 7-8:45 p.m. in the pool. 375-7312 for details.

The Durango Photography Club holds its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. Patricia Bunk will share insights from a recent workshop. 385-8470 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.

The Abbey Theater, 128 E. College, screens “Harvey,” starring Jimmy Stewart, at 8 p.m. 385-1711 for details.

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Clean Day returns to downtown Durango at 9 a.m. Volunteers are needed to help spruce up downtown in advance of the summer season and should meet at the Strater parking lot next to Magpies. 247-0312 for details.

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

The Durango DEVO Bike & Gear Swap meets from 2-9 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds.

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 live music from Gyles X from 5-8 p.m. DJ Batch performs from 10 p.m. until close. 259-9018 for details.

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

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

The first annual Durango Chamber Music Festival continues with “The Approachable 20^th Century” at 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 910 E. Third Ave. The concert features music by Hatzis, Florio, Shostakovich and Shoenfield. The festival concludes with a concert on May 29. www.DurangoChamberMusic.com for details.  

Fuzz Huzzi and VonZeles play a rock double-bill at the 8th Avenue Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., starting at 8 p.m. 259-8801 for details.

Stone 66 plays Legends Lounge and Grill, 331 S. Camino del Rio, at 8 p.m. 385-5533 for details.

Moon Dog Jones plays the Billy Goat Saloon, located off U.S. Hwy. 160 in Gem Village, at 9 p.m. 884-9155 for details.

Neil Nelson and Steel Rodeo play the Bear Creek Saloon in Pagosa Springs at 9 p.m.

The Porter Draw and Waiting on Trial play the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. Eric Keifer, of Aftergrass, opens the show at 6 p.m. 247-2324.

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Navajo botanist Arnold Clifford leads a native plant walk on Beautiful Mountain on the Navajo Reservation for the SW Chapter of the Colorado Native Plant Society. The trip is free and open to the public. 882-4647 to register.

The Durango Farmers Market meets from 8 a.m.-noon at First National Bank of Durango, 259 W. 9^th St. The event includes produce from local farmers, prepared food items and locally made crafts. Das Samba will present original and traditional Bossa Nova/Samba music throughout the morning. www.durangofarmersmarket.org.

The Durango Public Library offers a Spanish language story program at 10:30 a.m. in the Storytime Room. Elvia Dyer will read bilingual books and Spanish children’s books. 375-3385 for details.

The Durango Wheel Club holds its weekly group ride for all levels from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. For safety and legal reasons, all riders must be DWC members. www.durangowheelclub.com for more info.

Lucky 7s, from Las Cruces, play blues and rock at the Steamworks Bayfield Beer Factory from 5-8 p.m. 884-7837.

Greg Ryder closes out three nights at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5: 30 p.m.

Tom MacCluskey performs on piano at the Mahogany4 

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

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

Singer-songwriter Greg Ryder plays the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., starting at 7 p.m.

Durango DOT Comedy presents “Mission: Space Camp” at 7:30 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. The improv comedy performance is a benefit show for local kids trying to attend NASA’s Space Camp this summer. 259-6004 for details.

Award-winning songwriter Rain Perry performs her one-woman musical play, “Cinderblock Bookshelves: a Guide for Children of Fame-Obsessed Bohemian Nomads,” at 8 p.m. at Fort Lewis College Theatre. 247-7089 for details.

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 music and dancing from DJ Kainos from 9 p.m. until close. 259-9018 for details.

Neil Nelson and Steel Rodeo play at the Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., starting at 9 p.m.

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The 32nd annual Narrow Gauge Run starts at 8 a.m. and includes 10-mile and 5K races. Proceeds benefit Durango Motorless Transit and the Marc Witkes Scholarship Fund. www.active.com to register.

“Feral Futures,” a free and informal rewilding and primitive earth skills gathering, begins in a wilderness location near Durango. The event runs through June 7. An event schedule is available at www.colorado.indymedia.org.

Durango BMX holds Sunday trophy races, with sign ups from 1-2 p.m. with 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. Volunteers, donations and potluck dishes are welcome at the weekly event. durangofoodnotbombs@gmail.com.

The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College hosts the dance performance “Bella Danzante” at 4 p.m. www.durangoconcerts.com for details.

Jane Voss & Hoyle Osborne play a free show of laid-back ragtime and folk at the bend in the river at Wines of the San Juan from 4-7 p.m. www.winesofthesanjuan.com for details.

The Tumblin’ Dice plays classic rock/blues at El Patio, 600 Main Ave., from 5-9 p.m. 382-0799 for details.

Joel Racheff returns to 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 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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Memorial Day

The Adaptive Sports Association hosts an orientation for summer volunteers to assist with rafting, fishing, cycling, camping, climbing and other activities for people with disabilities. 259-0374 for details.

The Jeff Solon Swing’n Big Band plays a free 1 p.m. show at Rotary Park as part of the Animas Music Festival.

Jack Talmage plays country at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., beginning at 5: 30 p.m.

The Jeff Solon Jazz Duo plays the bar at Mutu’s, 701 E. Second Ave., from 6-9 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 8th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., hosts open mic night from 8 p.m. to close. 259-8801 for details.

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.

Agent Orange plays a 10 p.m. show at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College. The Freeman Social opens. 385-1711 for details.

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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.

The Family Center hosts a newborn playgroup for parents with babies under 6-months-old from 1:30-3 p.m. Each week features a new guest speaker. 385-4747 for details.

The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., offers the Paint Bar from 5-7 p.m. 259-2606 for details. 4

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

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

Katrina Blair and Deb Buck offer a Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants class from 5:30-8 p.m. 946-7223 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.

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

Singer-songwriter Joel Racheff plays the Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m. The show includes a keg giveaway at 11 p.m.

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.

Robin Davis marks his return to Durango with a 7-11 p.m. show at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.

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., presents live music with Colin from 9 p.m. until close. 259-9018 for details.

Peter Robot and Michael Dark perform for Producer Night at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 10 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The Sexual Assault Services Organization offers a 12-week support group for survivors of sexual assault. Psychotherapists Ruby Jo Walk and Emily Newcomer will facilitate the free class. 259-3074 to register.

Business Networking International hosts Business Connections from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Durango Recreation Center. 422-2032 for details.

La Plata Open Space offers “Conservation Easements: Contributing to Healthy Communities,” a seminar for landowners and community advisors, from 1-5 p.m. at the Durango Recreation Center. The event will focus on structuring sound conservation easements and the resulting tax benefits. 259-3415 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.

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

Greg Ryder returns to The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m.

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

A Bump in the Road, a group designed for new and expecting moms, meets at 6:30 p.m. at 244 W. 18th St. for a discussion on the benefits of massage during pregnancy, labor and postpartum. 779-8556 for details.

Dave Mensch, of Formula 151, returns to the Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.  

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.

Ongoing

The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., presents “Sweet Thangs,” the annual members show, through May 27. Visual artists and writers were invited to submit works reflecting the “Sweet Thangs” theme, and works that fill the heart with joy or are sweet enough to rot the teeth have been selected. 259-2606 for details.

Pure Soul Coffee, 40 Town Plaza, exhibits the fine art prints of Autumn Cameron through the end of May. 259-5499 for details.

The Durango Coffee Co., 730 Main Ave., exhibits the photography of Howard Rachlin and Rob Bridges through the month of May. Both are members of the Durango Photography Club. 375-7877 for details.

The Durango Public Library hosts a solo exhibit entitled, “Ann Smith’s ‘Novel Approach’ to Watercolors,” through the end of June. The library will also celebrate the 200^th birthdays of Edgar Allen Poe, Charles Darwin, and Abraham Lincoln with a book display through the month of May. 375-3387 for details.

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

Upcoming

University of Colorado at Boulder will offer a local “Student Spotlight” on May 28 at the Strater Hotel. Visit www.cualum.org/durango to RSVP.

Movies Del Mundo will return to the Smiley Theatre on May 29 with a screening of “Super Amigos.” 764-0986 for details.

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains will offer free Rapid HIV Testing on May 29.

Critical Mass returns to Durango on May 29 and starts at Buckley Park.

Rock ‘n’ roll legend Country Joe McDonald will play a May 30 concert at the Abbey Theatre.

The sixth annual Al Mafra Four Corners Belly Dance festival is set for May 30-31. www.almafra.org for details.

Durango Acoustic Music will present the Waybacks on May 31 for an all-ages show at the Durango Arts Center.

The Pagosa Springs Chamber of Commerce will welcome the Wounded Warriors Project and bring 15 wounded warriors to the region on June 1-5.

This Durango Arts Center’s 33^rd annual Juried Exhibition returns from June 2-28. Juror Shelley Horton-Trippe will offer a June 6-7 workshop in conjunction with the exhibition.

On the One, a funk/jazz/soul band  from San Diego, returns to the Summit on June 3.

The Heart Hustle Collective will hold a performing arts fund-raiser at the Open Shutter Galery on June 4 for their upcoming show, “Gastropod,” which will play on June 16-18 at the Abbey. hearthustle@gmail.com for details. n

enade, a program of the Women’s Resource Center, hosts its quarterly potluck on June 4 at the Rochester Hotel. Email programs@wrcdurango.org for details.

Maria’s Bookshop and Durango Coffee Co. will co-sponsor a blood drive on June 4 & 5.

Men Who Grill, the Women’s Resource Center’s annual BBQ and blues extravaganza, returns to Buckley Park on June 6.

Durango BMX will hold a Fun Day on June 6 with activities, a raffle, silent auction and free racing on June 6.

The Dolores River Festival returns to JoeRowellPark in Dolores on June 6.

Ducks for Bucks, the annual fund-raiser and Niemann-Pick Awareness Day, returns to Wines of the San Juan on June 6.

The 2009 Crossroads Durango Pro Rodeo Series kicks off on June 6 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds and runs every weekend through July 18.

“Spotlight to Stardom,” the Four Corners Talent Search, returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on June 7.

The 3rd annual Endless Linguini Dinner, benefiting Annie’s Orphans, is set for June 9 at the Lost Dog. 903-3175 for details.

Trails 2000 holds its annual Membership Picnic on June 10 at the Durango Recreation Center Amphitheater. Music will be supplied by Aiko Aiko Sound. Visit www.trails2000.org for details.

Maria’s Bookshop will host a June 15 booksigning with Frank Huyler, author of Right of Thirst.

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Casper and the Mighty 602 play two area shows What: A pair of concerts from the Hopi/Navajo reggae band Where: The Mancos Opera House and the Summit When: May 23 at 7 p.m. and May 24 at 8:30 p.m. Indigenous reggae sweeps through the region the weekend. Casper & the Mighty 602, a Navajo/Hopi roots reggae band, plays shows in Mancos and Durango on May 23 & 24. Casper Lomayesva is a Hopi/Diné singer who has created a sound that combines his native roots with reggae music. Casper’s words are a reflection of his philosophy of life, influenced not only by the sounds of reggae music but of traditional Hopi culture. Casper and his band, the Mighty 602, have played their share of big stages. The band performed at the 2009 Presidential Inauguration Ball and has shared the stage with Michal Franti, Burning Spear, Damian Marley, Dave Mathews, Primus, Carlos Santana and others. Casper will perform on Sat., May 23, as part of the Mesa Verde Country Indian Arts and Culture Festival. Concert time is at 7 p.m. at the Mancos Opera House. The arts and culture festival runs from May 22-31 and includes a juried Indian art market, Indian dances, Navajo rug auction, special archaeological tours and exhibits, outdoor theater, and more. Visit www.mesaverdecountry.com for details On Sun., May 24, Casper and the Mighty 602 will drop into downtown Durango, where the band will join DJ I-Gene for an all-ages show at the Summit. The entertainment gets under way at 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 247-2324.

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Iron Horse presents community street party What: The IHBC’s 3rd annual community concert, featuring Shawn Mullins Where: The corner of 8th St. and Main Ave. When: Sun., May 24, at 6: 30 p.m. The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is rolling out a free community concert along with a weekend packed with bicycle racing. Noted singer-songwriter Shawn Mullins returns to Durango this weekend to play a May 24 street party. The show is the third annual concert for the Iron Horse, and organizers chose the downtown venue to round out the weekend-long roster of events. Mullins played the Iron Horse two years ago and returns this Sunday on the heels of his new album, “Honeydew.” The artist known for his folk and instrumental rock topped the charts in 1998 with “Lullaby” and has been nominated for a Grammy. His new album is a gritty exploration of humanity and place. In addition to Mullins’ performance, there will be a multimedia show featuring images of the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic past and present as well as film clips and photos from Saturday’s ride to Silverton. While the show is free to the public, there is a charitable side to the event. All proceeds from beer sales and requested donations at the door are going to the Mercy Regional Breast Care Center. Attendees who make a donation at the door will be entered into a prize drawing that includes a new bike, a jersey autographed by Lance Armstrong and many more items. For more information on any Iron Horse event, visit www.ironhorsebicycleclassic.com.

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