The Telegraph accepts classified advertising anytime prior to Tuesday at noon. Ads are a total bargain at $5 for 25 words or less and 20 cents for each additional word. Ads can be submitted via email), fax (970-259-0448) or in person (534 Main Ave, Durango). Prepayment is requested on all classifieds.


HelpWanted
Full-time production artist
for personalized, whimsical creations for large-volume dept. store. Must have excellent attention to detail and quality penmanship. Starting $11/hour. E-mail or call 206-478-0464.
Live-in Housekeeper/
Admin. Aid
P/T, home/office. Half-mile to Albertson’s. Organization, maintenance, cleaning skills needed. Vehicle, cell provided/avail. Hours/$s DOQ. lawyerstevem@juno.com . 970-449-9470.
Announcements
Core Sync Classes
Core Synchronism, a blend of craniosacral and polarity therapies, is taught in 6 levels. A level 1 class (20 category 3A2 national ceu’s) will be taught Feb 13 - 15. Contact Don Lewis 769-8389 for more info.
Want to learn
Spanish,
Italian, or French? Engaging, fun, dynamic, small classes available with flexible scheduling at [art-iculation], 1051 E. 2nd  Ave. Call or e-mail for more information 946-7988 /  articulation.durango@gmail.com
Let’s paint together!  
If you are interested in creating an oil painting group that would meet weekly to paint together, share ideas and encourage, call or e-mail: 946-7988 / articulation. durango@gmail.com. Painting sessions will be at newly available art space called [art-iculation] .
Jewelry Making Classes
available at [art-iculation], located at 1051 2nd avenue. Learn how to design and make beautiful and cool jewelry affordably.  Call or email: 946-7988/ articulation.durango@gmail.com
Wanted Engine Hoist
Buy, borrow or rent. Call 759-7978.
Girls’ Horse Camp
Starting in March. Early-release Fridays for kids in 1st-4th. Medicine Horse Center, Dgo. www.medicinehorsecenter.org 749-3934.
Support Groups for Women
Is a past or current abusive relationship preventing you from living fully? Receive support & become empowered.  Alternative Horizons offers free & confidential weekly groups. For more information call #970-403-1579.
Nia classes
Taught by Lori Sadira. A fusion movement class that blends dance arts, martial arts and healing arts for a dynamic workout. Lori Sadira has over 20 years as a movement instructor, performer and workshop presenter. She is a certified Nia instructor, who shares her experience and passion in every class. To obtain a new class schedule, email Lsadira@animas.net For more info call 946-1554.
Womens’ Financial Empowerment Retreat
at Durango Hometown Hostel: Feb. 4 (6 p.m.) - 7 (10 a.m.): lodging and meals included. Cost - $395: Topics - financial organization, computerized budget setup, emotional mastery of money. Presenters: Paul Lemon, CPA/PFS, CFP and Melissa Mitchell-Blitch, LPC, CACII, CPA. Call 970-259-6739 for more information.
Get Inspired By
Your Best Self!
True Life Coaching & Retreats Winter Offerings: Sat.,
Jan. 9, Vision Board Retreat. Still space! One day to turn your Intention into Form. $95 includes lunch/follow-up coaching session. The Breathing Room: Life Balancing In-person Coaching Group for Moms. Intro nite, Thur, 1/7. Call to confirm. The new iJournal: coaching by online journal, free trial, sign up now.  More at www.truelifecoach.net or call Victoria FittsMilgrim @ 259-9040.
New Hot Springs
in Pagosa!
$5 soaks with your Wolf Creek lift ticket! Enjoy your favorite beer and wine as you soak in our Victorian style spa. Rooftop tubs - private tub room - steam showers. On YouTube & at  www.overlookhotsprings. com - 264-4040.
Downtown Yoga!
All levels, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. and 6:15-7:15 p.m., 1075 Main, Room 225 (2nd floor) in Durango Office Suites, next to Alpine Bank. Mention this ad and first class is free! Call Heather Brennison 759-4088, or www.heatherhathayoga.com
Services
Astrological Consultations
Explore your unique individuality and examine your current conditions with an evolutionary astrologer. Natal consultation $100, in office or by phone. Student discount. Call 970-799-1458 for more info.
Challenging Times?
Counseling with a compassionate, effective approach. Affordable rates. Visit www.RussPool.com Call Russ, MA, NCC 375-7777.
House Cleaning
affordable, efficient, environmentally friendly, reliable, available on short notice. Call 259-0371 or 903-6684.
Holistic Psychotherapy
Clinical Hypnotherapy. EMDR Level II. Energy medicine specializing in relationship issues, spiritual issues, sexual trauma, compulsive sexual behavior, smoking cessation, pain management, phobia relief. Downtown Durango. 20 years experience. Brenda Diller, MHR, CCHT. 970-422-6102.
Golden Eagle Snow Removal
We’re here to provide service
for all your snow removal needs. Call 970-394-4133.
Super Efficient Solar
Homes & additions. Ready-to-build plans & custom design service. www.Durangosolarhomes.com Steve Kawell 970-769-3904.
Snow/Ice Removal Commercial/Residential
Roofs/valleys, decks, RVs, mobile homes, driveways, vehicles, walkways, parking lots, sanding, de-icing, tenting. TMG Construction, 946-6501.
Hikercise!
Come delight in the Great Outdoors while turning your walking or hiking into a Whole Body experience! First class free! Please call Mimi at 799-7777 or visit www.hikercise.com
DBT Therapy
Meet New Years resolutions and goals with support from DBT Therapy, which balances mindfulness skills, problem solving and acceptance. Contact Craig Holliday, MA, NCC, 970-759-5829 to schedule initial free session.
Pet Sitting & Dog Hikes
Vacation for your pet! Have your dog go hiking every day while you are away. Loving in-home pet care.  Work days too long to take Fido for a walk?  We can help! www.durangodogs.com  Juliet 382-2542.
BodyWork 
Massage Packages
For the health of it! Awesome massages Only $40/hr, $55/1.5 hrs. Buy 4 get one free! Downtown Durango. Gift Certificates Available! Meg Bush, CMT 970-759-0199.
Wellness Massage
Massage is more than a luxury, it is maintenance for your body. Ask about massage on the Amethyst Infrared Bio-mat. The health benefits are awesome. Great prices. 1 hr. - $35. 1.5 hr. - $50. Buy 3 get 1 free. Gift certificates available. In-town location. Call Leslie Beals, CMT. 970-759-6547.
Self Heal Center
Gentle, experienced chiropractic care now available. Individualized treatments for all kinds of stress-related spinal issues. Experience your life energy flowing and your innate ability to heal and thrive manifest
ing through release of blocks in your spine and nervous system. Michael Bohoskey D.C. 749-3554 cell, or 422-8001 clinic.
Barefoot Bodyworks
Experience the deepest, most luxurious massage in Durango. Ashiatsu Barefoot Bar Therapy, Hot Stone & Swedish massage. 15 minutes free for each Ironhorse trainee, ease soreness, decrease recovery time. 128 W. 14th St., Suite 204 - free parking. Call us today! 970-946-3724. http://barefootmassage.vpweb.com
New Year, New You!
Do you need bodywork that is deeper and different than massage? Then the Rolf Method of Structural Integration might be for you!! Try your first 90-min. session for $55 (regularly $90). Call Kelly Wright, Certified Rolfer™. 970-759-6115.
Animas Massage & Bodywork
Now open downtown! We specialize in Swedish/deep tissue combination massages. Call today to schedule your appt. 970-779-8316.
Resolve to be Healthy!
Massage therapy relieves stress & boosts your immune system! Take care of yourself this year!! $40/Hr., $55/1.5 Hrs.  Buy 4/get 1 free!!! Gift certificates available. Downtown Durango location. Meg Bush, CMT 970-759-0199.
Transformational Bodywork
Relax your mind and revitalize your body and spirit: Lomi Lomi, deep tissue, Reiki energy healing. 20% discount through January. On-site chair massage. Barbara Sager. Licensed massage practitioner since 1983. 970-769-3943, @ Asante Center.
Craniosacral/Polarity
Core synchronism is an integration of advanced cranial osteopathic and polarity techniques. Benefits acute sickness, musculoskeletal pain, systemic imbalances, C.N.S. disorders and chronic pathologies. Introductory special: regular price ($60) for first treatment, receive second free. Don Lewis, a certified core practitioner, is the owner of Amaya Natural Therapeutics, 247-3939.
Automotive
2003 Honda CR-V, EX
AWD, 65,500 miles, one
owner, excellent maintenance record, great condition, includes cargo liner, studded snow tires, 1-year-old all-weather tires, Thule 2-bike rack and more. $12,000.  Call John at 970-551-0137.
6’ camper topper
Navy blue w/ Yakima bars. $400. Steve @ 913-522-1320.
ForSale
Master massage table
$75. Excellent condition. Used just a few times. Sara 903-9800.
Stained glass and supplies
Moving sale. Lots of glass, foil, lead and zinc came, agate slices, bevels and much more. Michael 247-8660.
NordicTrak
Digital output reading. Cheaper than a gym membership. $100 obo. Call Jessie 759-0832.
Fitness Center Closing
New and gently used gym equipment for sale. Contact Maggie at 884-6077 or 903-9100.
Two bikes
’06 Cervelo R-3, size 48 cm, frame, fork only, $950. ’05 Orbea Orca, size 50 cm, good components, Shimano Dura-Ace, $1900. 385-4388.
BlackBerry Curve phone
w/accessories. 8 GB memory card. Verizon. $199. Call Anne for details, 320-248-8074.
Spruce Up
Your Home!
Reruns has great, furniture, rugs, lamps, desks, tables and shelves and great glass wear. Turn your quality household items into cash or credit. Call for an appointment. Buy-sell-trade.  572 E. 6th Ave. 385-7336.
VacationRentals
Skiing Telluride?
Stay at the Mine Shaft in Rico!  We have the nicest, cheap rooms you have ever seen. Rates start @ $42 shared bath/$52 private bath. 970-749-5393 or visit themineshaftinn.com
ForRent
Clean Mature Female
to share 2br 1.5ba newer condo near College Ave and 8th Ave. $500 + ½ utils, no pets/smkr. 970-769-1321.
Newer Downtown Loft
1 master bed 1.5 bath. Stainless, granite, DW, A/C, W/D. $1,100/mo. Call 970-799-1870.
2-Bedroom
Mobile
Half mile to Albertson’s. Single, $600/mo, double $850/mo. Plus utils. Free cable, trash, water, wi-fi. 970-449-9470. Pets, smoking negotiable. Refs. required.
Beautiful large
corner room
w/ sleeping/reading loft in gorgeous, one-of-a-kind “Green” home on 3 acres on quiet cul-de-sac. Downtown Bayfield. Walk to library and bus. $410/mo. + utils. Includes wifi, W/D, organic garden. 903-0114.
1BR in
3BR home
on the Animas. Share sunny A-frame w/ progressive, outdoorsy folks (1m, 1f, & 1JRT). Deck, big fenced yard, trees, w/d, wifi.  No lease. No smoking/pets. $425/mo+. 749-8327.
Room for Rent
in Durango West 1. Nice home to share with homeowner and cat through spring, possibly longer. Private bath with use of entire house. Non-smoker without pets, please.   $450/month includes utilities, wireless Internet, and off-street parking. Call Steven, 970-759-3441.
Downtown
room rental
for massage therapist. Days and times nego. Use of equip incl. w/poss. client referrals.  Call for details. Avail immediately. Holly 970-779-8316.
Dance studio for rent
In the Smiley Building. $15/hr. Sound system, mirrors, large, beautiful. 259-4122 or lisa@dancedurango.com
CommunityService
Wheat & Gluten Intolerance
Support Group meets the third Wednesdays of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Crossroads Building, 1075 Main Ave. All are welcome. E-mail gfindurango@gmail.com for meeting room location or add’l info.
Are you a parent
with a child under age 5? Then come explore the Family Center of Durango. We have developmental playgroups, parenting classes, a toy lending library, safe exchange and supervised visits, a family support unit, and more!  Call us at 385-4747 or stop by 489½ Florida Rd.  
Cadence Therapeutic Riding
is seeking volunteers and is always searching for possible riders to participate in our program. Cadence is a non-profit organization that provides equestrian experiences for adults and children with special needs. Visit www.cadenceriding.org  or call 749-7433 for more information.
Alzheimer’s Association
Support Groups meet the first and third Wednesday of the month at the Durango/La Plata Senior Center at 10: 30 a.m. and the second Tuesday of every month at the Alzheimer’s Association at 7 p.m. For more information, call Elaine Stumpo at 259-0122.
Raw Food Lunches
Nonprofit organization Turtle Lake Refuge offers organic, living-food lunch every Tuesday and Friday from 11: 11 a.m. to 2:22 p.m. Suggested donation $10-$15. 247-8395. 848 E. Third Ave.

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