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Thursday3
Fort Lewis College hosts a Music Students Recital at 12:30 p.m. at the Roshong Recital Hall in Jones Hall. 970-247-7087 for details.
The Spruce Tree Coffeehouse in Cortez presents the Back in Black & White, Experiments in the Digital Darkroom with Janet Chanay from 5-7 p.m.
The Fort Lewis College Elder-in-Residence program hosts John Emhoolah at 5:30-7 p.m. at the Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum. Reception at 4:15 p.m. Free to the public. 247-7221 or 247-7222 for details.
Mercy Regional Medical Center presents “Dementia and Alzheimer’s: Identifying, Recognizing and Managing These Frustrating Conditions,” with Robert ‘Buz’ Bricca, M.D. from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Durango Public Library.
The Womenade potluck will be from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Rochester Hotel, 726 E. 2nd Ave. 247-1242 for details.
The Durango Fencing Club meets from 6-8 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 878 E. Second Ave. The club meets every Thursday. 759-1883 for details.
The Jeff Solon Jazz Duo plays Mutu’s, 701 E. 2nd Ave., from 6-9 p.m.
The Café of Life, 925 Hwy. 3, presents their recent mission of light trip to Brazil at 6:30 p.m. 970-385-0321 for details.
Katrina & Cook play live music from 7 p.m. to close at the Durango Brewing Co., 3000 Main Ave.
The Life-Long Learning Lecture Series continues with “Why Is That Person Standing in the River Waving a Stick?” with fly fisherman Buck Skillen at 7 p.m. in 130 Noble Hall. 247-7401 for details.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts Salsa Night with dance lessons and music from DJ Soltron from 8 p.m. -close. 259-9018 for details.
Friday4
Durango Early Bird Toastmasters helps individuals build speaking skills Fridays from 7-8:30 a.m. at Christina’s, 21382 Highway 160.
The Medicine Horse Center presents the 1st annual Gypsy Jazz & 1940s Zoot Suit Extravaganza with music from Le Chat Lunatique at 4 p.m. 970-749-3934 or www.medicinehorsecenter.org for details.
Eric Hisaw and Chrissy Flatt play the Mancos Valley Distillery with special guests The Moetrio at 7 p.m. 970-946-0229 for details.
The Durango Arts Center and Rochester Hotel co-host California artist Jude Bischoff from 4-7 p.m. at the Rochester Hotel, 726 East 2nd Ave. Bischhoff will speak on “The Creative Muse, Channeling Inspiration into Amazing Results,” at 6 p.m. 970-749-7688 or www.durangoarts.org for details.
The Animas Perdidas Art Bikes Exhibit opens at 4:30 p.m. at the Fort Lewis College Art Gallery. The multi-media exhibit is a collaboration between artist Dylan Miner and Fort Lewis College students and runs through Nov. 28. 247-7167 or www2.fortlewis.edu/art/ArtGallery.aspx.
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, plays the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m.
Durango BMX hosts its weekly race day with sign-ups from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and racing to follow. www.durangobmx.com for details.
Katrina & Cook play live music from 6-9 p.m. at Desperado’s, located in Centennial Center, in Bodo Park.
J.P. Duo brings classical, jazz and bluegrass to the Jean Pierre Wine Bar, 605 Main Ave., from 6:30 p.m.-close. The pair returns at the same time Saturday. 247-7700 for details.
The Fort Lewis College Chamber Choir performs An Evening of Romance at 7 p.m. in the Roshong Recital Hall. 970-247-7657 for details.
The Bus Tapes, from Santa Fe, play the Billy Goat Saloon, on U.S. Hwy. 160 in Gem Village, at 8:30 p.m.
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.
Ebeniezer & The Crooked Hookers perform for their CD release party at The Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 9 p.m. - midnight.
Saturday5
Joel Racheff plays the Pancake Breakfast at the Artisan’s World Bakery & Coffee Deli from 9 -11:30 a.m. at the Durango Public Library. 970-946-9110 for details.
Bring your photos to Durango Joe’s for Holiday Card Workshop from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays in November. 970-382-1168 for details.
San Juan Angler, 600 Main Ave., offers a free fly tying demonstration from 1-4 p.m. Guides will be on hand and tying patterns for fishing in the region. 382-9978 for details.
“The Living Tarot Oracle” returns to the Mancos Opera House from 5-8 p.m. Saturday and 3-6 p.m. Sunday.
Black Velvet, with Nina Sasaki & Larry Carver, plays the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 6:00 pm.
A Contra Dance goes from 7-10:15 p.m. at Park Elementary School, 510 E. 6th Ave. Music is provided by Connie Smith and Sue Sternberg, and the caller will be Ron Young. 385-9292 for details.
The improv comedy troupe Durango DOT Comedy will perform “Shipping off for Stranger Tides” at 8 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center. 259-2606 or www.durangoarts.org for details.
The Billy Goat Saloon, located on U.S. Hwy. 160 in Gem Village, hosts a 1980s-themed Talent Contest at 8 p.m.
Joel Racheff plays The Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 8 p.m. - midnight.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave, hosts live music and dancing with DJ Ralphsta from 8 p.m. - midnight. 259-9018 for details.
Chali 2na, founder of Jurassic 5 and Ozomotli, plays The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College Dr., at 9 p.m. The House of Vibe, MTHDS and B-Side will also perform. 385-1711 or http://www.abbeytheatre.com for details.
Bring your photos to Durango Joe’s for Holiday Card Workshop from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays in November. 970-382-1168 for details.
San Juan Angler, 600 Main Ave., offers a free fly tying demonstration from 1-4 p.m. Guides will be on hand and tying patterns for fishing in the region. 382-9978 for details.
“The Living Tarot Oracle” returns to the Mancos Opera House from 5-8 p.m. Saturday and 3-6 p.m. Sunday.
Black Velvet, with Nina Sasaki & Larry Carver, plays the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 6:00 pm.
A Contra Dance goes from 7-10:15 p.m. at Park Elementary School, 510 E. 6th Ave. Music is provided by Connie Smith and Sue Sternberg, and the caller will be Ron Young. 385-9292 for details.
The improv comedy troupe Durango DOT Comedy will perform “Shipping off for Stranger Tides” at 8 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center. 259-2606 or www.durangoarts.org for details.
The Billy Goat Saloon, located on U.S. Hwy. 160 in Gem Village, hosts a 1980s-themed Talent Contest at 8 p.m.
Joel Racheff plays The Derailed Saloon, 725 Main Ave., from 8 p.m. - midnight.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave, hosts live music and dancing with DJ Ralphsta from 8 p.m. - midnight. 259-9018 for details.
Chali 2na, founder of Jurassic 5 and Ozomotli, plays The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College Dr., at 9 p.m. The House of Vibe, MTHDS and B-Side will also perform. 385-1711 or http://www.abbeytheatre.com for details.
Sunday6
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.
Open Uke Jam takes place at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., from 4-5:30 p.m. Bring a ukulele and a song to share. 259-0430 for details.
Michael Martin Murphey plays4 a benefit concert at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. at the Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave., to raise funds for Mountain Middle School. 769-0404 or www.henrystratertheatre.com for details.
The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., hosts its Gospel Brunch with music from 1-3 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 1-3 p.m. in Riverfront/Iris Park. www.foodnotbombs.net for details.
The Mack-Mann Recital Series presents “Student Collage,” a fund-raiser for the Music Educators National Conference, at 3 p.m. at the Roshong Recital Hall.
A free 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.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave, hosts live music and dancing with Musica del Mundo from 8 p.m. - close. 259-9018 for details.
Open Uke Jam takes place at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., from 4-5:30 p.m. Bring a ukulele and a song to share. 259-0430 for details.
Michael Martin Murphey plays4 a benefit concert at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. at the Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave., to raise funds for Mountain Middle School. 769-0404 or www.henrystratertheatre.com for details.
The Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., hosts its Gospel Brunch with music from 1-3 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 1-3 p.m. in Riverfront/Iris Park. www.foodnotbombs.net for details.
The Mack-Mann Recital Series presents “Student Collage,” a fund-raiser for the Music Educators National Conference, at 3 p.m. at the Roshong Recital Hall.
A free 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.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave, hosts live music and dancing with Musica del Mundo from 8 p.m. - close. 259-9018 for details.
Monday7
Joel Racheff plays the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., from 5:30-10:30 p.m.
Maria’s Bookshop hosts mystery writer Mark Stevens, author of Buried by the Roan, for a book signing from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 247-1438 or www.mariasbookshop.com for details.
The Center of Light hosts its weekly Light Lecture Series at 7 p.m. in 146 Jones Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.LightLectureSeries.com for details.
Durango Brewing Co. hosts the 5 Rivers Trout Unlimited meeting with speaker Taylor Streit at 7 p.m. Open to the public. 259-1966 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.
Maria’s Bookshop hosts mystery writer Mark Stevens, author of Buried by the Roan, for a book signing from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 247-1438 or www.mariasbookshop.com for details.
The Center of Light hosts its weekly Light Lecture Series at 7 p.m. in 146 Jones Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.LightLectureSeries.com for details.
Durango Brewing Co. hosts the 5 Rivers Trout Unlimited meeting with speaker Taylor Streit at 7 p.m. Open to the public. 259-1966 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.
Tuesday8
Mill Street Brews, 25 W. Mill St. in Bayfield, offers its weekly Open Acoustic Jam beginning at 5 p.m. 884-7070 for details.
Durango BMX hosts open gate practice from 5:30 p.m.-dusk. www.durangobmx.com for details.
The School Based Health Center hosts a workshop on bullying with Beth Cantrell from 6-7 p.m. in the Durango High School Library. 259-1630, Ext. 2107 for details.
Durango Natural Foods, corner of 8th and College, presents “Using Food as Medicine for Healthy Children” by Julia Fisher of the Namaste Health Center from 6-8 p.m.
Live Group Channel presents “The New Light Codes for the New Earth” at 7 p.m. at Rock Island Madagascar. 970-375-1708 for details.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts open mic night from 8 p.m.-close. 259-9018.
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.
Durango BMX hosts open gate practice from 5:30 p.m.-dusk. www.durangobmx.com for details.
The School Based Health Center hosts a workshop on bullying with Beth Cantrell from 6-7 p.m. in the Durango High School Library. 259-1630, Ext. 2107 for details.
Durango Natural Foods, corner of 8th and College, presents “Using Food as Medicine for Healthy Children” by Julia Fisher of the Namaste Health Center from 6-8 p.m.
Live Group Channel presents “The New Light Codes for the New Earth” at 7 p.m. at Rock Island Madagascar. 970-375-1708 for details.
Moe’s, 937 Main Ave., hosts open mic night from 8 p.m.-close. 259-9018.
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.
Wednesday9
The Green Business Roundtable hosts “Increasing Livability through Transportation” with a talk by Amber Blake from noon - 1 p.m. at the Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave. 259-3583.
The Durango Public Library continues its film series “Death on the Cheap: The Killer B’s of Film Noir” with a screening of “Railroaded” at 6 p.m. 375-3387or www.durangopubliclibrary.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 an information session for adult learners from 6-7 p.m. every Wednesday for people interested in beginning or completing their education at Fort Lewis College. Free and open to the public. 970-247-7670.
The Durango Chess Club gathers for its weekly meeting at Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College, at 6:30 p.m.
Joel Racheff plays The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., from 7-11 p.m.
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.
DJ Double D hosts the weekly Karaoke/Gong Show at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9 p.m.
Ongoing
The River Cafe, 555 Rivergate Lane, exhibits the works of Durango photographer Linda Pampinella through November. www.LindaPampinella.com .
The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., presents “Seuss on the Loose,” featuring selections from the University of California San Diego’s collection of Dr. Seuss’ original drawings. The exhibit, special events and lectures continue through Nov. 12. www.durangoarts.org for details.
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
Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts fiction writer Bruce Machart, author of Men in the Making, for a book signing Nov. 10. 247-1438 or www.mariasbookshop.com.
The 3rd annual Collaborative Chef Showcase will be Nov. 10 at the Henry Strater Theatre, offering a six-course meal and fine wines to benefit the Sexual Assault Services Organization. www.durangosaso.org.
The Merely Players will present Wendy Wasserstein’s play “Third” Nov. 10-19 at the Back Space Theatre, 1120 Main Ave. Not recommended for children. 749-8585.
The Sustainability Alliance of Southwest Colorado presents “Solutions from Germany’s Transition from Dirty Coal to Clean Energy” on Nov. 10 at the Fort Lewis College Vallecito Room. The event is free and open to the public.
The La Plata Electric Association continues its Free Information Series with the Efficient Irrigation Equipment Workshop on Nov. 10 at the LPEA headquarters, 45 Stewart Street.
The Four Corners Back Country Horsemen hold their monthly meeting Nov. 10 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. www.4cbch.org or 970-563-4185 for details.
Historian Art Gomez presents “Vanished Communities of the Four Corners: McPhee Colorado” at the San Juan Basin Archaeological Society meeting Nov. 10 at the Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College. 259-0157 for details.
The 3rd annual Collaborative Chef Showcase will be Nov. 10 at the Henry Strater Theatre, offering a six-course meal and fine wines to benefit the Sexual Assault Services Organization. www.durangosaso.org.
The Merely Players will present Wendy Wasserstein’s play “Third” Nov. 10-19 at the Back Space Theatre, 1120 Main Ave. Not recommended for children. 749-8585.
The Sustainability Alliance of Southwest Colorado presents “Solutions from Germany’s Transition from Dirty Coal to Clean Energy” on Nov. 10 at the Fort Lewis College Vallecito Room. The event is free and open to the public.
The La Plata Electric Association continues its Free Information Series with the Efficient Irrigation Equipment Workshop on Nov. 10 at the LPEA headquarters, 45 Stewart Street.
The Four Corners Back Country Horsemen hold their monthly meeting Nov. 10 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. www.4cbch.org or 970-563-4185 for details.
Historian Art Gomez presents “Vanished Communities of the Four Corners: McPhee Colorado” at the San Juan Basin Archaeological Society meeting Nov. 10 at the Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College. 259-0157 for details.
Fathers meet funny at Community Concert Hall
What: “Stand-up Dads” comedy show
Where: Community Concert Hall
When: Sat., Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Father knows best when it comes to funny. The Stand-up Dads take to the stage for an evening filled with laughter at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College.
Where: Community Concert Hall
When: Sat., Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Father knows best when it comes to funny. The Stand-up Dads take to the stage for an evening filled with laughter at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College.
The show, headlined by three celebrated patriarchs, is the brainchild of comedian Dan St. Paul, a native of San Francisco. It explores “the grist of fatherhood and suburban life” with a smile and is meant for adult audiences.
St. Paul is no stranger to the spotlight after appearing on shows like “An Evening at the Improv” and “Comic Strip Live,” and opening for acts such as Vince Gill and Smokey Robinson.
St. Paul is joined by fellow comedians Kelly McDonald and Milt Abel. McDonald, who hails from New York, has performed on “The Merv Griffin Show” and “The Tonight Show.” Abel, who calls Oregon home, has also graced the stage on “An Evening at the Improv,” and authored a book of humorous short stories, Stories from the Delux.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For details, call 247-7657 or visit www.durangoconcerts.com.
Mountain Film Festival offers views from the top
What: Mountain Film on Tour
Where: Smiley Building
When: Fri., Nov. 4 at 7 p.m.
Outdoor experiences find a home on film at the Mountain Film on Tour festival, the fall fund-raiser for Durango Nature Studies.
Where: Smiley Building
When: Fri., Nov. 4 at 7 p.m.
Outdoor experiences find a home on film at the Mountain Film on Tour festival, the fall fund-raiser for Durango Nature Studies.
The longest picture at the festival is “Kadoma,” a 44-minute film named for Hendri Coetzee, a legendary South African kayaker.
American pro kayakers Chris Korbulic and Ben Stookesbury, who also directs the film, follow Coetzee along Africa’s wildest river and experience his trials, travels and tragic death.
“Chasing Water” is 19 minutes and focuses on photojournalist Peter McBride as he sets out to document the course of the Colorado River, “from source to sea.”
“Chasing Water” is 19 minutes and focuses on photojournalist Peter McBride as he sets out to document the course of the Colorado River, “from source to sea.”
Other entries, all under 10 minutes, include, “Way Back Home,” “One Plastic Beach,” “Eel Water Rock Man,” “I Know What You Spilled Last Summer” and “Yelp.”
Telluride local Kim Havell is featured in the eight-minute film “Berber Turns,” where she teams up with Kris Erickson and Chris Rubens for a skiing adventure in Morocco.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with beverages from Steamworks and food from Zia Taqueria. For additional details, visit www.mountainfilm.org.