Tearing up skate park for Big Brothers Big SistersWhat: 8th annual “TIU4Tyler” Memorial Skate Competition Friends and family of Tyler Valencia will once again be gathering at the Durango Skate Park to honor his memory and raise some money for a local charity. Known as “Tear it up for Tyler,” the 8th annual event starts at 11 a.m. Sat., June 13. Tickets can be purchased in advance online and at the Rec Center and on the day of the event at 10 a.m. Tyler, who was killed in a car accident in the winter of 2006 at the age of 16, was a strong advocate for a new skate park. However, he died mere months before the new park opened. He is survived by his parents, sister and brother, all organizers of the Tear it Up event. This year’s event is sponsored by The Boarding Haus and Durango Parks and Recreation and subsists solely on support and donations from the community. Since its inception, the comp has grown considerably, with categories in bowl, street and vert. It is open to all ages and ability levels. The $10 entrance fee provides admittance into all events and includes a T-shirt, bracelet, drinks, lunch and prizes. One dollar from every entrance fee will be donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters of La Plata County. The organizers of the event ask that all participants wear helmets. For more information or to donate or help, call Tyler’s mom, Charlett Warren, at 970-946-7799 and like the Facebook page Tiu4tyler Memorial Skate Competition. |
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Here to Hear: Office Hour with Councilor Dick White, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., City Hall, 949 E. 2nd Ave.
“Salt of the Earth," documentary on life and works of Sebastiao Salgado, 2:30 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E College Dr.
“Doc Swords,” PTSD Social Club for Combat Veterans, 4-6 p.m., VFW Post 4031, 1550 Main Ave.
Trails 2000 Build Day on Medicine Trail, 4:30 p.m., meet at Horse Gulch Trailhead, 8th Ave. and 3rd St. 259-4682.
Tim Sullivan performs, part of the Burger and a Band Concert Series, 5-8 p.m., James Ranch, 33800 Highway 550. Jamesranch.net.
The Lisa Blue Trio performs, 5-8 p.m., Animas River Café at Doubletree, 501 Camino del Rio. 259-6580.
Donny Johnson performs, 5-8 p.m., Swing Restaurant patio at Dalton Ranch, 589 County Road 252. 247-4980.
Clothing & Gear Swap, by DNF & Durango Outdoor Exchange, 5:30 p.m., Durango Natural Foods, 575 E. 8th Ave. www.durangonaturalfoods.coop.
Drop-in Tennis, after 5:30 p.m., Durango High School. 769-3772.
"Sugar Blues" nutrition lecture, 6-7 p.m., Natural Grocers, 1123 Camino del Rio.
Black Velvet performs, 6-9 p.m., St. Clair Winery & Bistro in Farmington. 259-6580.
Kirk James performs, 7 p.m., 6512' Restaurant and Lounge, 152 College Dr. 247-9083.
The Smoking Jackets with Heidi Swedberg perform, part of the Rocky Mountain Ukefest, 7 p.m., Durango Arts Center.
Ecstatic Dance with DJ CodeStar, 7:30-10 p.m., Yoga Durango, 1140 Main Ave.
Futurebirds & Roadkill Ghost Choir perform, 8:30 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Dr.
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BID Coffee & Conversation, 8:30-9:30 a.m., First National Bank Conference Room, 259 W. 9th St. www.downtowndurango.org.
Free Garden Tours, 9:30 a.m., meet at library demonstration garden lobby, 1900 E. 3rd Ave. Durangobotanicalsociety.com.
Free Legal Clinic, 2-5 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
“Write Smarter: An Introduction to Scrivener,” Writers and Scribblers presentation by Evie Bromiley, 3:30-5 p.m., Pine River Valley Bank, 1701 Main Ave.
Artist Reception featuring Autumn Cameron and Cheryl Berglund, 4-5:30 p.m., show runs thru Aug. 1, Pine River Valley Bank in Bayfield. 385-9583.
Farm Market, hosted by Local Brands FARM Co-op, 4-6 p.m., Wildcat Liquors, Highway 160 West.
“Skinscapes & Visual Fictions” Opening Reception, 5-9 p.m., Studio &, 1027 Main Ave. anddurango.com.
The Assortment performs, 5-9 p.m., Macho’s patio, 3rd Street and 8th Ave. 946-8465.
The Jeff Solon Jazz Trio performs, 5-9 p.m., Animas River Café at Double Tree, 501 Camino del Rio. 259-6580.
Bird Walk led by naturalist Carol Bylsma, 5:30 p.m., Vista Trailhead, Mancos State Park. 375-6708.
Pete Giuliani performs acoustic show, 6-10 p.m., The Lake House at Vallecito Lake.
Arise Praise Band fundraiser performance and silent auction, 6:30-9 p.m., Durango Arts Center. 749-4491.
Funked Up Fridays, Magi Nation, Local Roots Reggae, 7-10 p.m., Moe’s, 937 Main Ave.
Ben Gibson performs, 7 p.m., 6512' Restaurant and Lounge, 152 College Dr. 247-9083.
“52 Rivers” slideshow presentation by Shelley Walchak, part of the “Life Is An Adventure” Series, 7 p.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.
The Jean Pierre Gypsy Jazz Trio performs, 7-9 p.m., Jean Pierre’s Bakery, 601 Main Ave. 385-0122.
Trivia Bowl, 7:30 p.m., Mancos State Park Amphitheater. 375-6708.
Third Time Charmed performs, 8:30 p.m., Billy Goat Saloon, Gem Village.
Bacon performs, 10 p.m., Balcony Backstage.
Soul Atomic performs, 10 p.m., El Rancho Tavern, 975 Main Ave.
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Fee-free day, all day, U.S. Forest Service day-use recreation sites.
Durango Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-noon, First National Bank parking lot, 259 W. 9th St. www.durangofarmersmarket.com.
Drop-in Tennis, after 9 a.m., Durango High School. 769-3772.
Early Childhood Music Workshop, for 3- to 4-year-olds, 9-10 a.m.; 5- to 6-year-olds, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Guitar-in-a-Day for Adults, 1-3 p.m.; Music Marketing 101, 3:30-5:30 p.m., iAM Music, 1315 Main Ave., Unit 207. www.iammusic.us.
Tweak & Critique Writer’s Group, 10-11:30 a.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
8th annual TIU4Tyler Memorial Skate Competition, 11 a.m., Durango Skate Park. 946-7799.
Catch Butterflies with Naturalist Carol Bylsma, 1 p.m., Quarry Trailhead, Mancos State Park. 375-6708.
Mac ’n' Cheese Fest, 1 - 6 p.m., Fort Lewis College. Fundraiser for United Way of Southwest Colorado. www.themacandcheesefest.com
MakerSpace Session, 1-3 p.m., Ignacio Library. 563-9287.
Wild Games, kids learn about wildlife, 4 p.m., Mancos State Park Amphitheater. 375-6708.
Jenny Winegardner performs with Gary Watkins, 5-9 p.m., Animas River Café at the Double Tree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio. 259-6580.
Black Velvet performs, 7-11 p.m., 6512' Restaurant and Lounge, 152 College Dr. 259-6580.
Learn About Colorado’s Predators, 7 p.m., Mancos State Park Amphitheater. 375-6708.
Missy Andersen performs, 7:30 p.m., Crash Music in Aztec. 505-427-6748.
Flag Ceremony and Outdoor Movie, “SpongeBob: Out of Water,” ceremony at 7:30 p.m., movie at dusk, Pine River Library, Bayfield. www.prlibrary.org.
Grieves & Greyskul, 8 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E College Dr.
Trivia Night, 8 p.m., Bottom Shelf Brewery in Bayfield.
Mac & Cheese Fest After-Party, 10 p.m., El Rancho, 975 Main Ave.
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3rd annual Global Climb Out of the Darkness, hike to raise awareness for maternal mental illnesses, 10 a.m., Animas Mountain. 946-7279.
Bird Walk led by naturalist Carol Bylsma, 10 a.m., Vista Trailhead, Mancos State Park. 375-6708.
Traditional Irish Music Jam, 12:30-4 p.m., Irish Embassy, 900 Main Ave.
“Harvest of Empire: The Untold Story of Latinos in America," 1 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 419 San Juan Dr. 759-6980.
Ace Revel performs, part of the Sunday Summer Music Series, 1-4 p.m., Trimble Hot Springs, 6475 County Road 203. 247-0111.
Secondhand Strings perform, 4-7 p.m., Wines of the San Juan in Blanco, N.M. 505-632-0879.
Black Velvet performs, 5-9 p.m., Balcony Bar and Grill. 259-6580.
Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering Barn Dance and Picnic, 5-8 p.m., River Bend Ranch, Hwy 550. 512-517-5619.
Blue Moon Ramblers, 7 p.m., Diamond Belle, 699 Main Ave.
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County Commissioner Gwen Lachelt Office Hours, 12-2 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds, Animas Room. 382-6219.
Youth Racquetball Clinics, all ages, 2-3 p.m.; ages 7 to 11, 3-4 p.m.; ages 12 to 14, 4-5 p.m., Durango Rec Center. 946-2962 or 375-7300.
Cybercrime Workshop with U.S. Secret Service Ike Barnes, 3-4 p.m., Pine River Valley Bank, 1701 Main Ave. Reservations required. www.durangobusiness.org or 247-0312.
Free Nada Acupuncture for Veterans and their families, 3-5 p.m., Durango Acupuncture Alliance, 635 E. 5th Ave. 403-4150.
MakerSpace Session, 3-5 p.m., Ignacio Library. 563-9287.
Pete Giuliani performs acoustic show, 6:30-10 p.m., Farview Lodge, Mesa Verde National Park.
Circle of Health Presentations, 6:30 p.m., 3160 E. Animas Village Dr., Cedar View 1. 442-0925.
Mondays on Main, weekly musical performance by local students, 6:30-8 p.m., outside Cold Stone Creamery, 598 Main Ave. www.durangoarts.org.
Contiki, 7 p.m. - close, Moe’s, 937 Main Ave.
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Guided Nature Tours, 10 a.m.-noon, meet outside ticket office at Purgatory Resort. 385-1288 or mk@sjma.org.
Master Minds Circle, 11:30 a.m., Three Springs Sales Office, 2nd Floor Conference Room, 125 Mercado St. cody@OurHealthyCommunities.org.
Cathedral Window Quilt Block Workshop, 1-2:30 p.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.
Inklings: Book Club for 2nd and 3rd Graders, 4-5 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
Ben Gibson performing, 5 p.m., The Balcony Bar and Grill.
Hour Exchange La Plata, informational talk, 5:30 p.m., potluck 6:15 p.m., Holly House, 831 E. 31st St. 884-9330.
Free Stroller Workout and Picnic with Mountain Mama Fitness, 5:30 p.m., Santa Rita Park. www.momentum24-7.com/mountainmama or 884-607.
Drop-in Tennis, after 5:30 p.m., Durango High School. 769-3772.
Job Searching Online, 5:30 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
Author Tour featuring readings and Q&A with Katrina Blair, Chuck Greaves and Andrew Gulliford, 6 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
Rotary Club of Durango meets, 6 p.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. 385-7899.
Informal Tango Practice, 6-8:30 p.m., Gazebo at Rotary Park. 533-7231.
The Jeff Solon Jazz Group performs featuring vocalist Alison Dance, 6-9 p.m., The Cyprus Café Patio, 725 E. 2nd Ave. 385-6884.
Parenting Class with Joy Kilpatrick and Rachel Turiel, 6:30-8 p.m., Inhabit, 1970 E. 3rd Ave. 382-2727.
Pete Giuliani performs acoustic show, 6:30-10 p.m., Farview Lodge, Mesa Verde National Park.
Tango Milonga, 7-9 p.m., Four Leaves Winery, 528 Main Ave. 533-7231.
Open Mic Night, 7 p.m. - close, Moe’s, 937 Main Ave.
Bingo Night, 9 p.m., Lady Falconburgh’s, 640 Main Ave.
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Bird Walk, 8 a.m., meet at Rotary Park. 382-9396.
“The Green Scene,” performance by Playground Theater, part of the Summer Reading Program, 10 a.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
Weekly Wee Walk Abouts, preschool nature walks, 10-11 a.m., meet at Pavilion at Rotary Park. 769-1800.
Manna Garden Workdays, 10 a.m.-noon, Manna Soup Kitchen, 1100 Avenida del Sol. www.thegardenprojectswcolorado.org.
Storytime for Kids, 3 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Branch Library. 588-3331.
Trails 2000 Public Trailwork Day, 4-7 p.m. www.trails2000.org.
The Jeff Solon Jazz Duo performs, 6-9 p.m., The Cyprus Café Patio, 725 E. 2nd Ave. 385-6884.
Patio and Container Gardening Talk presented by John Wickman of Native Roots Garden Center, 6:30 p.m., Animas Valley Grange, 7271 CR 203.
Robbie Overfield performs, 7 p.m., 6512' Restaurant and Lounge, 152 College Dr. 247-9083.
Sage Francis & iLL Methods, 8 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E College Dr.
Geeks Who Drink Trivia, 8:30 p.m., BREW Pub & Kitchen, 117 W. College Dr. 259-5959.
Pub Quiz Trivia, 8:30 p.m., Irish Embassy, 900 Main Ave.
New Moon Astro Tour, 9-11 p.m., Durango Nature Center. 769-1800.
Ongoing
“Sirens: The Mountain Mermaids,” photography by Alexi Hubbell, show runs thru June 15, The Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave.
“The Language of Gesture,” thru June 20, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. www.durangoarts.org.
“Korea: A Nation Divided,” works by Mark Edward Harris, thru June 24, Open Shutter Gallery, 735 Main Ave.
“Life on Wheels: The New American Nomads,” works by David Gardner, thru June 24, Open Shutter Gallery, 735 Main Ave.
“Pivot Point,” thru June 27, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. www.durangoarts.org.
Paintings by Bradley Kachnowicz, thru June 30, Rochester Hotel, 726 E. 2nd Ave.
Art works by Dan Groth, thru June, Raider Ridge Café, 509 E. 8th Ave.
“Skyscapes of the West,” photography by Howard Rachlin, show runs thru June, Durango Coffee Company, 730 Main Ave. 375-7877 or howardrachlin.com.
Works by Katie McLane, show runs through July 5, Crash Music in Aztec. 505-427-6748.
Works by Gary McVean, part of the Community Artist Program, thru Aug. 1, Pine River Valley Bank, 1701 Main Ave. 385-9583.
“Tough Men in Hard Places: The Electrification of Colorado’s Western Slope,” thru Sept. 18, Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College. swcenter.fortlewis.edu.
Village Artisan’s Market, Monday-Saturday thru Oct. 17, Studio Sellke, Gem Village. studiosellke@gmail.com.
“Rare II: Imperiled Plants of Colorado,” thru December, Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College. swcenter.fortlewis.edu.
Tryouts for Durango Swim Club, 3:30-4:15 p.m., Monday-Thursday, Durango Rec Center. Suzanneschieltz@hotmail.com.
Karaoke, 8 p.m., Thur.–Sun., 8th Ave. Tavern, 509 E. 8th Ave.
Upcoming
Adult Computer Classes, 1:30-3 p.m., June 18, Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.
Ponderosa Forest and Alpaca Farm Visit, San Juan Family Explorers Series, June 18. gabi@sjma.org.
Barista Training, 2 p.m., June 18, Desert Sun Roasting, 284 Sawyer Drive, Unit C.
Sky Pilot, Concerts in the Park, 5:30-7:30, June 18, Buckley Park. www.durangoconcerts.com.
"The Basics of Eating Well on a Budget," 6-7 p.m., June 18, Natural Grocers. www.wholehealthlab.com.
Evening Book Club, 6 p.m., June 18, Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
Jenny Winegardner performs, 7 p.m., June 18, 6512' Restaurant and Lounge, 152 College Dr. 247-9083.
Black Velvet performs, 6-10 p.m., June 19, Balcony Bar and Grill. 259-6580.
“Always … Patsy Cline” opening nights, 7:30 p.m., June 18, show also runs June 19-20, 25-27, and 2 p.m., June 20-21, 27-28, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. www.durangoarts.org.
Dustin Burley performs, 7 p.m., June 19, 6512' Restaurant and Lounge, 152 College Dr. 247-9083.
“Show and Tell,” 7 p.m., June 19, Crash Music in Aztec. 505-427-6748 or crashmusicaztec.com.
"Much Ado About Nothing," staged by Merely Players, 7:30 p.m. June 19, 20, and 23-27, James Ranch. www.durangoconcerts.com.
“Art for the Endangered Landscape: Honoring Wolf Creek,” June 20, Wolf Creek Ski Area. www.planetexperts.com/art-for-the-endangered-landscape-honoring-wolf-creek/
RocketMake, designing rockets, June 20 & June 22, Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
Colorado Trail Work Weekend, June 20-21. www.trails2000.org.
Clean Commute Week, June 20-25.
7th annual Wild Roots Feral Futures encampment, June 20-28. Feralfutures.wordpress.com.
3rd annual Bayberry Jam, fundraiser for Bayfield music programs, 1 p.m., June 20, Eagle Park in Bayfield.
Building Supplies Yard Sale, 8 a.m-3 p.m. June 20, benefits Habitat for Humanity. Three Springs Plaza, 125 Mercado St.
Bridges of the Nature Center Workshop, 10:30-12:30 a.m., June 20, Durango Nature Center. $10 for nonmembers. Register at 769-1800.
Papa Otis and the Animas City 7 perform, 12-3 p.m. and 10 p.m.-1a.m., June 20, El Rancho.
Badly Bent performs, 5-9 p.m., June 20, Animas River Café at the Double Tree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio. 259-6580.
“Building a Calendar From Watching the Skies," part of the Four Corners Lecture Series, 8:30 p.m., June 20, Sunflower Theatre in Cortez. www.swcocanyons.org.
Four Corners Native Plant Society Wildflower Walk, June 21, Knife Edge Trail, Mesa Verde. Information and reservations: 564-5837.
Gordon Peck and Kevin Leeand perform jazz, Wines of the San Juan, 4-7 p.m., June 21. 505-632-0879.
Meditation and Satsang, 7 p.m., June 21, Smiley Building, 1309 E. 3rd Ave., Room 10. www.craigholliday.com.
Community Forum with transportation specialists, followed by Commuter Fashion Show, 5-7 p.m., June 23, Carver’s Brewing Co., Main Ave.
Open Technology Session, 5:30 p.m., June 23, Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
"On Board the National Geographic Explorer: The Cape Verde Republic," summer lecture series with Mark Curran, 7 p.m., June 23, Pine River Library in Bayfield. 884-2222.
Sixth Annual LGBT Pride Festival, June 24- June 28. www.4cPride.org.
Bike to Work Day, 7-9 a.m., June 24, commuter breakfast stations at Steaming Bean and Mercy Regional Medical Center.
“Heroes in the Community: Policemen,” part of the Summer Reading Program, 10 a.m., June 24, Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
Black Velvet performs, 5:30-7:30 p.m., June 24, Kennebec Café, Hesperus. 259-6580.
"The Yoga of Eating," 6-7 p.m., June 25, Natural Grocers. www.wholehealthlab.com.
Kirk James performs, 6-8 p.m., June 24, Three Springs.
Heartbeat Durango, support group for individuals affected by suicide, 6-8 p.m., June 24, Fire Station 1, 142 Sheppard Drive. 403-4103.
Andrew Wynne performs, 7 p.m., June 24, Derailed Pour House. 247-5440.
“Agave is Life” screening and presentation, part of the Four Corners Lecture Series, 7 p.m., June 24, Sunflower Theatre in Cortez. www.swcocanyons.org.
Pedal vs. Metal Challenge, 4:30 p.m., June 25, start line at Rotary Park.
4th annual Love Your Commute Party, 5 p.m., June 25, Ska Brewing Co., 225 Girard St.
Andrew Wynne performs, 5 p.m., June 25, Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St. 247-5792.
Green Drinks, 5 p.m., June 25, Carvers Brewing Co., Main Ave. www.greendrinks.org.
RootsRated Launch Party/Pint Night, live music and beer, 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m., June 25. 247-5830.
The Tyler Gummersall Band, Concerts in the Park, 5:30-7:30, June 25, Buckley Park. www.durangoconcerts.com.
Kirk James performs, 7 p.m., June 25, 6512’ Restaurant, 152 E. College Dr.
“Exhibit Reprise,” photography, opening night reception 5-7 p.m., June 26, Durango Arts Center.
Kirk James, 5 p.m., June 26, Rubio’s Patio in Aztec.
Yoga 12-Step Recovery, 10 a.m. – noon, June 27, YogaDurango, 1140-A Main Ave.
MakerFaire, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. June 27, Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
Black Velvet performs, 5-9 p.m., June 27, Animas River Café at the Double Tree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio. 259-6580.
Kirk James Band, 7 p.m., June 27, Clancy’s Pub in Farmington.
Outdoor Movie: “Goonies,” begins at dusk, June 27, Pine River Library, Bayfield. www.prlibrary.org.
Lacey Black performs, Wines of the San Juan, Blanco, N.M., 4-7 p.m., June 28. 505-632-0879.
Basic 3D Printing, 3 – 5 p.m. June 29, Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
Market Your Business with Social Media, 5:30 p.m., June 30, Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.
Thrasher Thursdays, 5-8 p.m., July 9 & 23, Aug. 6 & 20, Sept. 3 & 17, Durango Skate Park.
Free Book Sale, 12-6 p.m., July 1, dinner served at 5 p.m., Manna Soup Kitchen.
Void Where Prohibited performs 6-10 p.m., July 2, Balcony Bar and Grill.
Leftover Cuties, Concerts in the Park, 5:30-7:30 p.m., July 2, Buckley Park. www.durangoconcerts.com.
Void Where Prohibited performs 8 p.m., July 3, Derailed Pour House.
Outdoor Movie: “Ghostbusters,” begins at dusk, July 11, Pine River Library, Bayfield. www.prlibrary.org.
Outdoor Movie: “Goonies,” begins at dusk, Aug. 1 Pine River Library, Bayfield. www.prlibrary.org.
Andrew Wynne performs, 5-7 p.m., Aug. 5, 6512’ Restaurant and Lounge, 152 E. College Dr. 247-9083.
La Plata Quilters Guild Show and Sale, to benefit Project Linus, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sept. 19, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sept. 20, La Plata County Fairgrounds.
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