Thursday30

Jack Ellis performs, 5:30-10:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.
 
Trivia Night, 6 p.m., Durango Discovery Museum, 1333 Camino del Rio. www.durangodiscovery.org.
 
Free acupuncture for veterans and families, 6-8 p.m., 635 E. 5th Ave. 403-4150.
 
Dave Mensch performs, 6-10 p.m., The Irish Embassy, 900 Main Ave. 403-1200.
 
Bingo, 6:30 p.m., Elks Lodge, 901 E. 2nd Ave.
 
Joel Racheff performs, 7 p.m., 6512 Restaurant and Lounge, 152 E. College Dr.
 
“The Evolution and Legacy of Rock Music and Its Effects on American Generations,” part of the Life-Long Learning series, 7 p.m., Fort Lewis College Noble Hall, Room 130.
 
Robby Pepper performs, 7-11 p.m., The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
 
J.R.P.T., a bluegrass experience, performs, 8 p.m., 6512 Restaurant and Lounge, 152 E. College Dr.
 
Juno What? & Tricerahops perform, 8:30 p.m., Animas City Theater, 128 E. College Dr.
 
DJ Two Tone performs, 9 p.m., Angels in Cortez.
 

Friday31

Free Infant Massage Class, ages 2 months to 6 months, 10-11 a.m., Pediatric Associates of Durango, 1199 Main Ave., Suite 205. 259-7337.
 
Pick-up basketball, noon - 2 p.m., Durango Recreation Center. 799-0173.
 
Greg Ryder performs, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Bell, 699 Main Ave.
 
Hello Dollface performs, 8 p.m., Steaming Bean, 915 Main Ave. 259-7901.
 
Senior Recital featuring soprano Lindsay Emery, 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College.
 
Robby Overfield performs, 7-11 p.m., The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
 
Dustin Burley & Kevin Blaum performs, 5 p.m., Mr. Black performs, 8 p.m., Derailed Pour House, 725 Main Ave.
 
Disco Dance Party featuring DJ Mateo and CodeStar, 7 p.m., Moe’s, 937 Main Ave. 259-9018.
 
DJ Tricerahops performs, 10 p.m., 6512 Restaurant and Lounge, 152 E. College Dr.
 

Saturday01

People’s Choice, “A Unique Art Exhibit,” entry deadline, Three Rivers Art Center in Farmington. 505-360-0147 or 505-320-4001.
 
Winter Discovery Walk to Chris Park, 10 a.m. - noon, Chris Park campground, north of Durango. 759-9113.
 
Hot Yoga Basics with Katie, 1-2:15 p.m., Yogadurango, 1485 Florida Rd. 903-8711.
 
“Visions of the West” opening reception, Lee Bartley performs, 5-7 p.m., exhibit runs through February, Sub-Stra-Tum Fine Art Gallery, 1021½ Main Ave. 435-225-3650.
 
Greg Ryder performs, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave. 375-7150.
 
Board Game Night, 6 p.m., Steaming Bean, 915 Main Ave. 259-7901.
 
Ace Revel performs, 7 p.m., The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
 
Salsa Night, 7 p.m., Moe’s, 937 Main Ave. 259-9018.
 
Chad MacCluskey performs, 7-9 p.m., Eno Wine Bar, 723 E 2nd Ave. 385-0105.
 
“Sun & Room” Dress Rehearsal Fundraiser, 7:30 p.m., Mainstage Theatre at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com.
 
Bearhand Killers perform, 8 p.m., 6512 Restaurant and Lounge, 152 E. College Dr.
 
Dustin Burley & Kevin Blaum perform, 5 p.m., Mr. Black performs, 8 p.m., Derailed Pour House, 725 Main Ave.
 
DJ Kaztro, 9 p.m., Pongas, 121 W. 8th St. 382-8554.
 

Sunday02

Sunday Brunch, Donny Johnson performs, 1-3 p.m.; Blue Moon Ramblers perform, 7 p.m., Diamond Belle, 699 Main Ave.
 
Senior Recital featuring baritone Jeff Reynolds, 2 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College.
 
Argentine Tango practice, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Durango Dance, 1120 Main Ave. www.tangodurango.com or 303-513-8055.
 
Jazz Church, 6 p.m., Derailed Pour House, 725 Main Ave.
 
Joel Racheff performs, 7-11 p.m., The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
 
Music of Mexico, 9 p.m. - close, Moe’s 937 Main Ave. 259-9018.
 

Monday03

Application deadline for annual Community Exhibit submissions, Open Shutter Gallery, 735 Main Ave. www.openshuttergallery.com.
 
“Great Books, Great Films” movie series, 1 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield. 884-2222.
 
Maker Mondays open art studio, 2-6 p.m., Ignacio Community Library.
 
Storytime for Kids, 3 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Branch Library. 588-3331.
 
Free Acupuncture for veterans and families, 3-5 p.m., 635 E. 5th Ave. 403-4150.
 
Joel Racheff performs, 5:30-7:30 p.m. and 8:30-10:30 p.m., Diamond Bell, 699 Main Ave.
 
Let Go of Problems and Gain Energy and Success, 6:30 p.m., Sonas Integrated Medical Center, 555 S. Camino del Rio. 442-0925.
 
Robin Davis performs, 7 p.m., The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
 
Durango Mob Monday Benefit, 8 p.m. - close, Moe’s 937 Main Ave. 259-9018.
 

Tuesday04

Ignacio Science Explorers Club, Tuesdays, 4 p.m., Ignacio Community Library.
 
Terry Rickard performs, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Bell, 699 Main Ave.
 
Rotary Club of Durango, presentation from Laurie Swisher, forester with the San Juan National Forest, 6 p.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. 385-7899.
 
Beekeeping Basics, 6 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield. 884-2222.
 
Tim Sullivan performs, 7 p.m., The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
 
Open mic night, 8 p.m. - close, Moe’s 937 Main Ave. 259-9018.
 
Open Mic Night, 8 p.m. - close, Bottom Shelf Brewery in Bayfield.
 
Beer bingo, 9-11 p.m., Lady Falconburgh’s, 640 Main Ave.
 

Wednesday05

Weminuche Audubon Society Bird Walk, 9-10 a.m., For the Birds, 1560 East 2nd Ave. 382-9396.
 
Job Fair, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Student Union Ballroom at Fort Lewis College. www.fortlewis.edu/careerservices.
 
Pick-up basketball, noon - 2 p.m., Durango Recreation Center. 799-0173.
 
Toddler Storytime, 2:30 p.m., Ignacio Community Library.
 
Storytime for Kids, 3 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Branch Library. 588-3331.
 
Chess Night, 5 p.m., Ignacio Community Library.
 
Greg Ryder performs, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Bell, 699 Main Ave.
 
The Lisa Blue Trio performs, 6 p.m., 6512 Restaurant and Lounge, 152 E. College Dr. 247-9083.
 
Durango Chess Club, 6:30 p.m., Durango Joe’s, 732 E. College.
 
Durango Fencing Club, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Durango Sports Club, 1600 Florida Road. 759-1883.
 
Terry Rickard performs, 7 p.m., The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
 
“The Art of Seeing” lecture featuring Howard Rachlin, 7 p.m., Sub-Stra-Tum Fine Art Gallery, 1021½ Main Ave. 435-225-3650.
 

Ongoing

Four Corners Commission: “Journey Stories,” exhibit runs through Feb. 1, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. www.durangoarts.org.
 
“The Art of Roxanne E. McKnight,” exhibit runs through Feb. 12, Raider Ridge Café.
 
Cecil Touchon & Select Works from the Museum of Collage, Assemblage & Construction, exhibit runs through Feb. 12, Fort Lewis College Art Gallery.
 
Artist reception for Milt Beens, exhibit runs through March 1, Olio in Mancos.
 
“Tones of Black and White,” exhibit runs through March 5, Open Shutter Gallery, 735 Main Ave. www.openshuttergallery.com.
 
Works by Susan B. Wise, exhibit runs through March 30, Eno Wine Bar, 723 E. 2nd Ave.
 
“Woven to Wear: An Exhibit Featuring Navajo and Puebloan Textiles,” exhibit runs through May 16, Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College.
 
“Native Views, Native Visions,” through Spring 2014, Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College.
 
Meditation and Satsang, 7 p.m., first and third Sundays of each month, Smiley Building, 1309 E. 3rd Ave., Room 10. www.craigholliday.com.
 
Karaoke, 8 p.m., Thurs. – Sun., 8th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave.
 
Earlybird Toastmasters, 7-8:30 a.m. Fridays, Christina's Bar & Grill, Highway 160. 247-4019.
 

Upcoming

Free Education to Those with Prediabetes, 9-11 a.m., Feb. 6, Medical Office Building at Mercy Medical Center, Suite 140. 764-2720.
 
Midday Music! Concert, 12:20 p.m., Feb. 6, Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College.
 
Healthy Homes workshop, 12:30-2 p.m., Feb. 6, First National Bank, 259 W. 9th Ave. www.fourcore.org.
 
“Alternate Views” opening reception, featuring works of Susan Giddings, 3:30-5 p.m., Feb. 6, exhibit runs through Feb. 28, Pine River Valley Bank, 1701 Main Ave.
 
A Talk on Colorado History with William Philpott, 6 p.m., Feb. 6, Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum Room at Fort Lewis College. swcenter.fortlewis.edu.
 
Scandinavian Reflexology, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 6, Sonas Integrated Medical Center, 555 S. Camino del Rio. 442-0925.
 
“Understanding the Science Behind Vaccines and their Impact on One’s Personal Health,” part of the Life-Long Learning series, 7 p.m., Feb. 6, Fort Lewis College Noble Hall, Room 130.
 
“Unconstitutional” with Comedian Colin Quinn, 7 p.m., Feb. 6, Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com.
 
“Free Trip to Vegas,” original production from 20 Moons Dance Co., 7:30 p.m., Feb. 6-8 and 13-15, Back Space Theatre, 1120 Main Ave. www.20moons.com.
 
Watercolor Workshop, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Feb. 7, Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
 
Talent Show hosted by Montezuma School to Farm Project, 5-10 p.m., Feb. 7, Dolores River Brewery. 303-918-3538.
 
“Heart,” multi-media show portraying love, passion and heart-centered ideas, opening reception, 5-8 p.m., Feb. 7, Dancing Spirit Community Arts Center in Ignacio. 563-4600.
 
28th annual Chocolate Fantasia, fund-raiser for Volunteers of America Southwest Safehouse and Durango Community Shelter, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Feb. 7, La Plata County Fairgrounds. 259-1021.
 
House Concert and Health Talk, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Feb. 7, Mountain Medicine Acupuncture, 1315 Main Ave., Suite 209. 247-1233.
 
Pub Science, 6 p.m., Feb. 7, Durango Discovery Museum, 1333 Camino del Rio. www.durangodiscovery.org.
 
Free Argentine Tango Lesson, 7-9 p.m., Feb. 7, Durango Dance, 1120 Main Ave. 769-5519.
 
Voodoo Swing performs, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 7, Crash Music in Aztec, N.M. 505-427-6748.
 
“I’m Like You, I’m Not Like You,” 7:30 p.m., Feb. 7, show also runs 3 p.m., Feb. 9, Fort Lewis College Theatre. www.durangoconcerts.com.
 
Keller Williams performs, 8 p.m., Feb. 7, Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive. www.animascitytheatre.com.
 
SkyPilot performs, 8 p.m. - midnight, Feb. 7, Miner’s Tavern in Silverton.
 
Auditions for “Pippin,” 10 a.m. - noon, Feb. 8, and 1-3 p.m., Feb. 9, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. www.durangoarts.org.
 
The Winter Warrior 10K and 5K Snowshoe Race, 10:30 a.m., Feb. 8, Durango Nordic Center. 385-2114 or www.winterwarrior10k.com.
 
The Metropolitan Opera presents Live in HD: “Dvorak’s Rusalka,” 10:55 a.m., Feb. 8, Student Union Vallecito Room at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com.
 
Fly Tying Workshop, noon, Feb. 8, Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
 
High School Select Band Concert with Conductor Julie Giroux, 2 p.m., Feb. 8, Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.durangoconcerts.com.
 
Community Country Dance (Contra Dance), featuring Six Dollar String Band and caller Wendy Graham, 5-8 p.m., Feb. 8, Parish Hall, 445 Lewis St. 731-5901.
 
Big Money and The Corporate Citizens perform, 7 p.m., Feb. 8, Mancos Valley Distillery.
 
“Inequality for All” screening, 6 p.m., Feb. 11, Fort Lewis College, Noble Hall, Room 130.
 
San Juan Symphony preview concert with music director Arthur Post, 6 p.m., Feb. 12, Open Shutter Gallery, 735 Main Ave.
 
Ebook Borrowing Class, 1 p.m., Feb. 13, Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
 
Free Children’s Yoga Class, ages 3-7, 4:40-5:30 p.m., Feb. 13, Pediatric Associates of Durango, 1199 Main Ave., Suite 205. 259-7337.
 
The Lisa Blue Trio performs, 5:30 p.m., Feb. 13, Diamond Bell, 699 Main Ave.
 
Do You Enjoy Drinking Water That Dehydrates You?, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 13, Sonas Integrated Medical Center, 555 S. Camino del Rio. 442-0925.
 
Submission Deadline for 10-Minute Play Contest and Festival, Feb. 14, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. www.durangoarts.org.
 
Totally Inappropriate Date Night, 7-9 p.m., Feb. 14, Durango Discovery Museum, 1333 Camino del Rio. www.durangodiscovery.org.
                                     
Leftover Salmon performs, 9 p.m., Feb. 14-15, Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive. www.animascitytheatre.com.
 
San Juan Symphony performs, 3 p.m., Feb. 15, Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 247-7657 or www.durangoconcerts.com; show also runs Feb. 15, Henderson Hall in Farmington. 505-566-3430.
 
The Miserabillies performs, 5:30 p.m., Feb. 15, Diamond Bell, 699 Main Ave.
 
Clay Walker performs, 9 p.m., Feb. 15, Sky Ute Casino in Ignacio. 888-842-4180 or skyutecasino.com.
 
Tim O’Brien and Darrell Scott perform, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 16, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave.
 
Free Infant Massage Class, ages 2 months to 6 months, 10-11:30 a.m., Feb. 18, Pediatric Associates of Durango, 1199 Main Ave., Suite 205. 259-7337.
 
The Lisa Blue Trio performs, 6 p.m., Feb. 19, 6512 Restaurant and Lounge, 152 E. College Dr. 247-9083.
 
6th annual Homegrown Food Retreat, 7 p.m., Feb. 21, and 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Feb. 22, Student Union Ballroom at Fort Lewis College. www.growingpartners.org.
 
“Talk to Strangers” screening, 6:30-9 p.m., Feb. 23, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 419 San Juan Drive.
 

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