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The Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis hosts Starting Your Business Workshop from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Durango Public Library. 247-7009 for details.
Pediatric Associates of Durango, 1199 Main Ave., Suite 205, host a free children’s yoga class, for ages 3 - 7 years old, instructed by Katie Walsh, from 4-5 p.m. 259-7337 for details.
The staff of Mesa Verde National Park will host a Holiday Open House from 4-9 p.m. in the Chapin Mesa headquarters area at Mesa Verde National Park.
The Rochester Hotel, 726 E. 2nd Ave., will host an artist’s reception for Cindy Coleman, Miki Harder, Elizabeth Kinahan and Amy Vaclav-Felker from 5-7 p.m.
The Durango Elks Lodge, 901 E. 2nd Ave., hosts December Business After Hours from 5-7 p.m.
Katrina & Cook play Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St., from 5-8 p.m.
The Bar D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee performs for the River Church Bluegrass Christmas, 860 Plymouth Drive, at 7 p.m. Admission is free.
The Fort Lewis College Music Department hosts a Brass and String Ensembles Concert at 7 p.m. at Roshong Recital Hall.
The Community Dance Sanctuary hosts the Ecstatic Dance/Transformative Movement Experience from 7-9 p.m. at YogaDurango, 1140A Main Ave. 405-714-7662 for details.
Rob Webster plays The Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts beer pong from 8 p.m. -close. 259-9018 for details.
Achachay play The Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. www.durangosummit.com for details.
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The Earlybird Toastmasters meet at 7 a.m. at Christina’s, 21382 Highway 160. www.earlybirdtoastmasters.org for details.
Ruth Cutcher plays classical and holiday music at 11 a.m. at the Durango Public Library. 375-3387 or www.durangopubliclibrary.org for details.
The Festival of Trees is on display at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum from 1-6 p.m. www.cci-colorado.org or 799-2549 for details.
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.
Black Velvet, with Nina Sasaki, Larry Carver and Ben Simpson, plays the El Rancho, 975 Main Ave., from 5-8 p.m.
The Durango Rec Center hosts Parent’s Night Out from 5:30-8 p.m. Kids will write letters to Santa Claus and make holiday crafts. 375-7303 for details.
Chaz McFlash plays The Summit, 600 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. and at 10 p.m. www.durangosummit.com for details.
JP Duo plays jazz and classical at the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 601 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m. - close. 385-0122 for details.
The Fort Lewis College Music Department hosts a Senior Recital with violinist Alex Charpentier at 7 p.m. at the Roshong Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
Ruth Cutcher plays classical and holiday music at 11 a.m. at the Durango Public Library. 375-3387 or www.durangopubliclibrary.org for details.
The Festival of Trees is on display at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum from 1-6 p.m. www.cci-colorado.org or 799-2549 for details.
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.
Black Velvet, with Nina Sasaki, Larry Carver and Ben Simpson, plays the El Rancho, 975 Main Ave., from 5-8 p.m.
The Durango Rec Center hosts Parent’s Night Out from 5:30-8 p.m. Kids will write letters to Santa Claus and make holiday crafts. 375-7303 for details.
Chaz McFlash plays The Summit, 600 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. and at 10 p.m. www.durangosummit.com for details.
JP Duo plays jazz and classical at the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 601 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m. - close. 385-0122 for details.
The Fort Lewis College Music Department hosts a Senior Recital with violinist Alex Charpentier at 7 p.m. at the Roshong Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
Barkadaeus plays rock at the Billy Goat Saloon on Highway 160 in Gem Village at 8:30 p.m.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts live music and dancing with DJ Mateo from 8 p.m. - close.
Robby Overfield play The Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 8 p.m. -midnight.
Rumblejunkie with Treazon, Ras Daws and Surely Temple play The Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. www.durangosummit.com for details.
DJ CK spins dance beatz at Pongas, 121 W. 8th St., from 9 p.m.-close. The DJ returns at the same time Saturday. 382-8554 for details.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts live music and dancing with DJ Mateo from 8 p.m. - close.
Robby Overfield play The Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 8 p.m. -midnight.
Rumblejunkie with Treazon, Ras Daws and Surely Temple play The Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. www.durangosummit.com for details.
DJ CK spins dance beatz at Pongas, 121 W. 8th St., from 9 p.m.-close. The DJ returns at the same time Saturday. 382-8554 for details.
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McDonald’s, 201 W. College Drive, hosts Breakfast with Santa from 8-10 a.m. 247-2446 for details.
Durango High School hosts the 3rd annual Indian Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 247-7221 for details.
The Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club hosts its annual open house and holiday bazaar from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at their clubhouse, across from Durango High School in Brookside Park. The event is free and open to the public.
Skills for Living and Learning hosts its annual Big Christmas Sale from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Parks and Recreation Gym in Bayfield. 884-3259 for details.
The Project Merry Christmas Blanket Drive is from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Wells Fargo Bank. 259-4444.
The Festival of Trees is on display at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum from 1-6 p.m. www.cci-colorado.org or 799-2549 for details.
The Back Space Theatre, 1120 Main Ave., shows the film “Thrive” at 1 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
San Juan Angler, 600 Main Ave., offers a free fly tying demonstration from 1-4 p.m. 382-9978.
The Sideshow Emporium & Galley in Dolores hosts an art opening from 5-9 p.m. with artist Brittany Miller and the Fine & Found Bazaar. 739-4646 for details.
The Native American Flute Kid’s Recital & Concert fund-raiser takes place from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Smiley Building, 1309 E. 3rd Ave., Room #32. www.energyawarekids.com or 749-1926 for details.
JP Duo plays jazz and classical at the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 601 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m. - close. 385-0122.
The Chills play the Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., at 8 pm.
Farmington Hill, with the Crags, plays The4 Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. www.durangosummit.com.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave, hosts an art show and music with DJ Treazon from 9 p.m. - close. 259-9018.
Durango High School hosts the 3rd annual Indian Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 247-7221 for details.
The Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club hosts its annual open house and holiday bazaar from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at their clubhouse, across from Durango High School in Brookside Park. The event is free and open to the public.
Skills for Living and Learning hosts its annual Big Christmas Sale from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Parks and Recreation Gym in Bayfield. 884-3259 for details.
The Project Merry Christmas Blanket Drive is from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Wells Fargo Bank. 259-4444.
The Festival of Trees is on display at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum from 1-6 p.m. www.cci-colorado.org or 799-2549 for details.
The Back Space Theatre, 1120 Main Ave., shows the film “Thrive” at 1 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
San Juan Angler, 600 Main Ave., offers a free fly tying demonstration from 1-4 p.m. 382-9978.
The Sideshow Emporium & Galley in Dolores hosts an art opening from 5-9 p.m. with artist Brittany Miller and the Fine & Found Bazaar. 739-4646 for details.
The Native American Flute Kid’s Recital & Concert fund-raiser takes place from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Smiley Building, 1309 E. 3rd Ave., Room #32. www.energyawarekids.com or 749-1926 for details.
JP Duo plays jazz and classical at the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 601 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m. - close. 385-0122.
The Chills play the Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., at 8 pm.
Farmington Hill, with the Crags, plays The4 Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. www.durangosummit.com.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave, hosts an art show and music with DJ Treazon from 9 p.m. - close. 259-9018.
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The Irish Embassy, 900 Main Ave., hosts its traditional Irish music jam from 12:30-4 p.m. 403-1200 or www.theirishembassypub.com for details.
The Festival of Trees is on display at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum from 1-6 p.m. www.cci-colorado.org or 799-2549 for details.
The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., hosts its Gospel Brunch at 1 p.m. The Blue Moon Ramblers play their weekly gig beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Durango Food Not Bombs (FNB) offers its weekly free vegan/vegetarian meal at 1-3 p.m. in Riverfront/Iris Park. www.foodnotbombs.net for details.
A sign language practice group meets from 4-5 p.m. at Durango Joe’s, 6 Town Plaza, and again from noon-1 p.m. on Wednesdays. Participants must be able to sign without using their voices. 903-1524 for details.
Joel Racheff plays The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts live music and dancing with Musica del Mundo from 8-10 p.m. 259-9018 for details.
The Festival of Trees is on display at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum from 1-6 p.m. www.cci-colorado.org or 799-2549 for details.
The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., hosts its Gospel Brunch at 1 p.m. The Blue Moon Ramblers play their weekly gig beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Durango Food Not Bombs (FNB) offers its weekly free vegan/vegetarian meal at 1-3 p.m. in Riverfront/Iris Park. www.foodnotbombs.net for details.
A sign language practice group meets from 4-5 p.m. at Durango Joe’s, 6 Town Plaza, and again from noon-1 p.m. on Wednesdays. Participants must be able to sign without using their voices. 903-1524 for details.
Joel Racheff plays The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts live music and dancing with Musica del Mundo from 8-10 p.m. 259-9018 for details.
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The Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield hosts “The People’s Choice Film Series” at 2 p.m. Mondays. This week’s feature is “Ma and Pa Kettle Go To Town.” The event is free and open to the public. 884-2222 for details.
Mark Simons plays classical and jazz guitar at Cosmo, 919 Main Ave., from 5-6:30 p.m. 259-2898 for details.
Joel Racheff plays the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and 8:30-10:30 p.m.
The Southwest Bar Volunteer Legal Aid hosts a seminar on “Doing Your Own Divorce and/or Custody in Colorado” at 6 p.m. at the Durango Public Library. The event is free and open to the public. 247-0266 for details.
The Center of Light hosts its weekly Light Lecture Series at 7 p.m. in 146 Jones Hall at Fort Lewis College. Topics range from meditation and relationships to overcoming addictions and negative emotions. www.LightLectureSeries.com for details.
The Monday Night Dance Party returns to the Durango Recreation Center from 7:30-9 p.m. The event includes dance lessons and is free with paid admission. 903-9402 for details.
Mark Simons plays classical and jazz guitar at Cosmo, 919 Main Ave., from 5-6:30 p.m. 259-2898 for details.
Joel Racheff plays the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and 8:30-10:30 p.m.
The Southwest Bar Volunteer Legal Aid hosts a seminar on “Doing Your Own Divorce and/or Custody in Colorado” at 6 p.m. at the Durango Public Library. The event is free and open to the public. 247-0266 for details.
The Center of Light hosts its weekly Light Lecture Series at 7 p.m. in 146 Jones Hall at Fort Lewis College. Topics range from meditation and relationships to overcoming addictions and negative emotions. www.LightLectureSeries.com for details.
The Monday Night Dance Party returns to the Durango Recreation Center from 7:30-9 p.m. The event includes dance lessons and is free with paid admission. 903-9402 for details.
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Pediatric Associates of Durango, 1199 Main Ave., Suite 205, host a free infant massage class for parents and children, ages 2 months to 6 months, instructed by Nicole Johnson, from 10-11 a.m. 259-7337 for details.
Auditions for Kid’s Snowdown Follies 2012 are from 4-5:30 p.m. at the dance studio at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. The event continues Wednesday. 403-8000 or www.dgopac.org for details.
Music in the Mountains hosts a Holiday Cookie Exchange and Concert by Maestro Guillermo Figeroa at the Glacier Club from 5-8 p.m. 385-6820 for details.
Durango Natural Foods, 575 E. 8th Ave., hosts Kids Holiday Crafting from 5-7 p.m. in the classroom. Craft supplies and snacks provided.
Auditions for Kid’s Snowdown Follies 2012 are from 4-5:30 p.m. at the dance studio at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. The event continues Wednesday. 403-8000 or www.dgopac.org for details.
Music in the Mountains hosts a Holiday Cookie Exchange and Concert by Maestro Guillermo Figeroa at the Glacier Club from 5-8 p.m. 385-6820 for details.
Durango Natural Foods, 575 E. 8th Ave., hosts Kids Holiday Crafting from 5-7 p.m. in the classroom. Craft supplies and snacks provided.
Seasons Grill, 764 Main Ave., hosts the 18th Anniversary Gala to benefit the San Juan Symphony from 6-9 p.m. 382-9790 or 382-9753 for details.
The Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield hosts a cooking demonstration, “Healthy, Sweet Holiday Treats,” from 7-8:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. The event is free and open to the public. 884-2222, ext. 10 for details.
The Summit, 600 Main Ave., hosts an open mic/jam session from 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. www.durangosummit.com for details.
The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., hosts the Cowboy Christmas from 2-4 p.m. www.strater.com for details.
The Barbershoppers Annual Christmas Show is at 7 p.m. at the Main Mall. www.durangobarbershoppers.org for details.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts open mic night from 8 p.m.-close. 259-9018 for details.
Lady Falconburgh’s, 640 Main Ave., hosts beer bingo from 9-11 p.m. with prizes for each game.
The Irish Embassy Pub, 900 Main Ave., offers beer pong from 9-10:30 p.m. www.theirishembassypub.com for details.
The Lavenia McCoy Public Library in Bayfield hosts a cooking demonstration, “Healthy, Sweet Holiday Treats,” from 7-8:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. The event is free and open to the public. 884-2222, ext. 10 for details.
The Summit, 600 Main Ave., hosts an open mic/jam session from 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. www.durangosummit.com for details.
The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., hosts the Cowboy Christmas from 2-4 p.m. www.strater.com for details.
The Barbershoppers Annual Christmas Show is at 7 p.m. at the Main Mall. www.durangobarbershoppers.org for details.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts open mic night from 8 p.m.-close. 259-9018 for details.
Lady Falconburgh’s, 640 Main Ave., hosts beer bingo from 9-11 p.m. with prizes for each game.
The Irish Embassy Pub, 900 Main Ave., offers beer pong from 9-10:30 p.m. www.theirishembassypub.com for details.
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The Green Business Roundtable presents Shining the Light: On Saving Your Energy with a talk by Ray Pierotti and Mark Schwantes from La Plata Electric Association from noon - 1 p.m. at the Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave. 259-3583 for details.
Yoga for people in treatment or post-treatment for cancer meets weekly at Yogadurango, 1140-A Main Ave., from 4-5:15 p.m. 946-8961 or www.yogadurango .com/yogatherapy for details.
Auditions for Kid’s Snowdown Follies 2012 are from 4-5:30 p.m. at the dance studio at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. 403-8000 or www.dgopac.org 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.
The Durango Public Library hosts a free information session for adult learners from 6-7 p.m. in Program Room 3 for anyone interested in beginning, continuing or completing their education at Fort Lewis College. 247-7670 for details.
The Durango Chess Club gathers for its weekly meeting at Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College, at 6:30 p.m.
The Durango Fencing Club meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Durango Sports Club, 1600 Florida Road. The club meets every Wednesday. 759-1883 for details.
Joel Racheff plays The Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts ping pong and poker tournaments from 7:30 p.m. - close.
Yoga for people in treatment or post-treatment for cancer meets weekly at Yogadurango, 1140-A Main Ave., from 4-5:15 p.m. 946-8961 or www.yogadurango .com/yogatherapy for details.
Auditions for Kid’s Snowdown Follies 2012 are from 4-5:30 p.m. at the dance studio at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. 403-8000 or www.dgopac.org 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.
The Durango Public Library hosts a free information session for adult learners from 6-7 p.m. in Program Room 3 for anyone interested in beginning, continuing or completing their education at Fort Lewis College. 247-7670 for details.
The Durango Chess Club gathers for its weekly meeting at Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College, at 6:30 p.m.
The Durango Fencing Club meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Durango Sports Club, 1600 Florida Road. The club meets every Wednesday. 759-1883 for details.
Joel Racheff plays The Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts ping pong and poker tournaments from 7:30 p.m. - close.
The Irish Embassy, 900 Main Ave., hosts its weekly Pub Quiz with trivia and prizes beginning at 8:30 p.m. www.theirishembassypub.com for details.
Old North State plays the 8th Avenue Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., at 9 p.m.
DJ Double D hosts the weekly Karaoke/Gong Show at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m.
Old North State plays the 8th Avenue Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., at 9 p.m.
DJ Double D hosts the weekly Karaoke/Gong Show at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m.
Ongoing
The Rocky Mountain Retreat, 848 E. Third Ave., offers by donation yoga on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. www.turtlelakerefuge.org or 382-2101 for details.
Cafe of Life Chiropractic hosts Donation Thursdays from 9 a.m. - noon every Thursday. 385-0321 or www.cafeoflifedurango.com for details.
8th Avenue Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave., hosts karaoke from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Thursdays through Sundays.
“Hark the Neville Angel Sings,” a comedic musical, shows at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave., at 7 p.m. The show continues weekends through Dec. 17. Matinees show at 2 p.m. on Dec. 10 and 17. 259-2606 or www.durangoarts.org for details.
Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts the Families Helping Families Holiday Book Drive until Dec. 13 for the Family Center of Durango’s Family Development Program. www.mariasbookshop.com or 247-1438 for details.
The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave., hosts the Winter Solstice Market, a fine arts and crafts sale. The market is open from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily and runs through Dec. 24 in the Barbara Conrad Gallery. www.durangoarts.org for details.
The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave., presents “Myth: A Celebration of Legends, Cryptids, & Tall Tales” in the upstairs library. The exhibit runs through Dec. 24. www.anddurango.com for details.
The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s The Polar Express begins making runs at 5:15 p.m. nightly through Dec. 28. www.durangotrain.com for details.
Advantage Physical Therapy & Wellness, 3600 Main Ave., holds its annual Blanket and Coat Drive through Dec. 30, benefiting the Durango Community Shelter and the Southwest Safe House. 259-7829 for details.
Works by artist Bob Zahner show at Starbucks, 558 Main Ave., throughout December.
Photographs from Durango photographer Howard Rachlin are on display at Kassidy’s Kitchen, 171 Suttle Drive in Bodo Park, until Jan. 14. 375-7877 or www.HowardRachlin.com.
The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College presents “Frontier Blues: The Legacy of Fort Lewis College,” an exhibition commemorating Fort Lewis College’s Centennial. “Fiber Celebrated 2011” and “Cutter World Maps” are also on display. 247-7456 for details.
Upcoming
The Lavenia McCoy Public Library will host Storytime from 10-11 a.m. Dec. 15 at the Vallecito Church on County Road 501. The event is free and open to the public. 884-2222, ext. 17 for details.
The Pilates Connection will host an Open House all day Dec. 15 with free one-on-one, semi-private, and group sessions. 259-0089 for details.
Christmas in Vallecito opens with the Festival of Trees Tour, benefiting the Vallecito Service League and Project Merry Christmas, from 6-9 p.m. Dec. 16. Events continue through the weekend. 884-7253 for details.
The Bar D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee shows at 7 p.m. at Fort Lewis College’s Community Concert Hall. The Jubilee returns to Durango Dec. 24 for Christmas Eve Caroling on Main Avenue. 247-7657 or 247-5753.
Dave Luna plays the El Rancho, 975 Main Ave., from 5-8 p.m. Dec. 16.
Create for Community Benefit Days to help The Dinger Family and The Food Bank will be from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Dec. 17 at The Clay Room, 171 E. 7th St. 426-9685.
Shy Rabbit Contemporary Arts in Pagosa Springs will host the Holiday Open House & Group Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 17. The event is free and open to the public. www.shyrabbit.com for details.
The first meeting for the Support Group for Parents/Guardians of Youth with TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) will be at 1 p.m. Dec. 19 at Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College. 749-9607 for details.
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s “Wild & Swingin’ Holiday Party” will show at Fort Lewis College’s Community Concert Hall at 7 p.m. Dec. 19. 247-7468.
The Durango Elks Lodge will hold its annual Hoopshoot Free Throw Contest at 10 a.m. Jan. 7 at Escalante Middle School, 141 Baker Lane. The event is open to boys and girls ages 8 to 13, and is free and open to the public. 749-3392 for details.
The Pilates Connection will host an Open House all day Dec. 15 with free one-on-one, semi-private, and group sessions. 259-0089 for details.
Christmas in Vallecito opens with the Festival of Trees Tour, benefiting the Vallecito Service League and Project Merry Christmas, from 6-9 p.m. Dec. 16. Events continue through the weekend. 884-7253 for details.
The Bar D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee shows at 7 p.m. at Fort Lewis College’s Community Concert Hall. The Jubilee returns to Durango Dec. 24 for Christmas Eve Caroling on Main Avenue. 247-7657 or 247-5753.
Dave Luna plays the El Rancho, 975 Main Ave., from 5-8 p.m. Dec. 16.
Create for Community Benefit Days to help The Dinger Family and The Food Bank will be from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Dec. 17 at The Clay Room, 171 E. 7th St. 426-9685.
Shy Rabbit Contemporary Arts in Pagosa Springs will host the Holiday Open House & Group Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 17. The event is free and open to the public. www.shyrabbit.com for details.
The first meeting for the Support Group for Parents/Guardians of Youth with TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) will be at 1 p.m. Dec. 19 at Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College. 749-9607 for details.
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s “Wild & Swingin’ Holiday Party” will show at Fort Lewis College’s Community Concert Hall at 7 p.m. Dec. 19. 247-7468.
The Durango Elks Lodge will hold its annual Hoopshoot Free Throw Contest at 10 a.m. Jan. 7 at Escalante Middle School, 141 Baker Lane. The event is open to boys and girls ages 8 to 13, and is free and open to the public. 749-3392 for details.
A look at the darker side of the North Pole
What: “The Eight: Reindeer Monologues”
Where: Durango Arts Center
When: Friday, Dec. 9 and Saturday, Dec. 10 at 9:45 p.m.
Where: Durango Arts Center
When: Friday, Dec. 9 and Saturday, Dec. 10 at 9:45 p.m.
Scandal hits The North Pole in the dark Christmas comedy “The Eight: Reindeer Monologues,” by Jeff Goode.
One of Santa’s eight famous reindeer accuses the jolly fellow of sexual harassment. The media arrives on the scene and starts to dig deeper, only to find a web of corruption. The truth becomes murky as each deer reveals Santa’s secrets.
No one is left untouched by the sleigh team’s torrid tales, “from the littlest elf to the tainted Saint himself.”
This production has made it across America, and even hit the international stage, showing in Canada and London. The show opens Saturday, and returns Dec. 16 - 17 at 9:45 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center.
This comedy, presented by The Buck Stops Here Productions, is for mature audiences only.
Doors open at 9:15 p.m. For additional information, call 259-2606 or visit www.durangoarts.org.
Doors open at 9:15 p.m. For additional information, call 259-2606 or visit www.durangoarts.org.
The Nutcracker returns to the Concert Hall
What: The Nutcracker Ballet
Where: The Community Concert Hall
When: Fri., Dec. 9, at 7 p.m.; Sat., Dec. 10, at 2&7 p.m.; and Sun., Dec. 11, at 2 p.m.
The magical world of mice kings and nutcracker princes descends on Durango to usher in the holiday season.
Where: The Community Concert Hall
When: Fri., Dec. 9, at 7 p.m.; Sat., Dec. 10, at 2&7 p.m.; and Sun., Dec. 11, at 2 p.m.
The magical world of mice kings and nutcracker princes descends on Durango to usher in the holiday season.
The enchanted world of The Nutcracker Ballet returns to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, performed by the State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara.
Based on the book, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, by E.T.A. Hoffman, this famous musical tells the story of a young girl, Clara, and her holiday dreams. Clara’s prince, a toy nutcracker, comes to life and takes her on a journey to a magical land of angels, mice, and soldiers.
Artistic Director Rodney Gustafson honors the original Tchaikovsky masterpiece set in Victorian times, and the highly acclaimed California production company is joined by 54 young, local dancers.
The show opens Friday at 7 p.m. and plays throughout the weekend. For additional information, call 247-7657 or visit www.durangoconcerts.com.
Farmer’s Market makes a holiday appearance
What: The Durango Holiday Farmer’s Market
Where: The La Plata County Fairgrounds
When: Sat., Dec. 10, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Where: The La Plata County Fairgrounds
When: Sat., Dec. 10, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
It’s the last chance for Durangoans to get their fill of the Farmer’s Market until the snow melts.
The Holiday Farmer’s Market makes its final appearance at the La Plata County Fairgrounds on Saturday before settling in for the winter season.
Enjoy fresh goods and goodies, while supporting area farmers, ranchers, gardeners, herbalists, and artists. The market features everything from fresh cut flowers to fire-roasted green chilies. Locally grown produce and locally raised beef and chicken are common Farmer’s Market fare, alongside candles, pottery and honey.
Vendors are required to grow or produce their own goods, which must come from the surrounding five-county region. So, put a face to the name of your favorite area producers, growers and artisans while supporting the local community.
For additional information, visit www.durangofarmersmarket.org or call 759-8688.