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Thursday18

Special Storytime event, 10 a.m., Bayfield firehouse.

Here to Hear: Office Hour with Councilor Dick White, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., City Hall North Conference Room, 949 E. 2^nd Ave.

E-Reader & Tablet Q&A, 1-2:30 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

Great Decisions international affairs discussion group, 2-3:30 p.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.

“Landscape as Metaphor,” part of the Art Genres: Winter Lecture Series, 3-4:30 p.m., Thursdays thru March 10, Durango Arts Center Theater, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. durangoarts.org.

“Doc Swords,” PTSD Social Club for Combat Veterans, 4-6 p.m., VFW, 1550 Main Ave.

“Human Alcoholysis: How Fast the Action of Alcohol is on the Human Body,” with Dr. Richard Zare, 4:45 p.m., Fort Lewis College Chemistry Hall, Room 130.

“Archival Processing: A Living Lab” presentation, 5 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College. swcenter.fortlewis.edu or 247-7456.

Danya Atetebi fine art & graffiti show, 5-7 p.m., runs thru March 30, Raider Ridge Café.

Tim Sullivan performs, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Sportsmen’s Roundtable for hunters and anglers, hosted by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 5:30-7 p.m., 415 Turner Dr. 375-6708.

Geek Out with Trivia, 6 p.m., Powerhouse Science Center, 1333 Camino del Rio.

“The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution” screening, 6 p.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.

Connect with your local medicinal plants: Wild Rose, with Anna-Marija Helt, 6-7 p.m., Osadha Natural Health. Register at 779-3111 or www.osadha.com.

Information session for prospective Durango Botanical Society Docents, 6-7:30 p.m., Durango Public Library. 769-3091.

Democratic District Attorney Debate, 6:30 p.m., Durango Public Library. 759-4019 or www.laplatadems.org.

Ace Revel performs, 7 p.m., The Office, 699 Main Ave.

Adonis Puentes and the Voice of Cuba Orchestra, 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. durangoconcerts.com.

“Night at the Movies” concert, presented by Durango High School, 7 p.m., DHS Auditorium.

“Africa: The Good, the Bad and Finding Hope,” Life-Long Learning Lecture Series, 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.fortlewis.edu/professionalassociates.

Laugh Therapy @ the Embassy, open mic standup comedy, sign up 7:30 p.m.; show 8-9:30 p.m., Irish Embassy Pub, 900 Main Ave. 403-1200.

Nahko and Medicine for the People, 8 p.m., Animas City Theatre. www.durangomassive.com.

Open Mic Night, 8 p.m., Balcony Backstage, 600 Main Ave.

Friday19

Durango Earlybird Toastmasters, 7-8:30 a.m., Holiday Inn, HWY 160 West. 749-1741 or earlybirdtoastmasters.org.

Art Group meets, 10 a.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

“Fun with H2,” chemistry lecture with Dr. Richard Zare, 3:45 p.m., Fort Lewis College Chemistry Hall, Room 130.

“So Far: Reconstructing 40 Years,” featuring works by Daniel Garner, Dan Groth, Tim Kapustka, Thomas Kipp & Shay Lopez, opening reception, 5-9 p.m., show runs thru Feb. 27, Studio &, 1027 Main Ave. anddurango.com.

New works from Aaron Berg, opening reception, 5-9 p.m., show runs thru March 31, The Recess Gallery, 1027 Main Ave., behind Studio &. anddurango.com/the-recess-gallery.

The Cannon Dolls perform, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

The Badly Bent perform with special guest Last Nickel, 6:30 p.m., Henry Strater Theatre, 699 Main Ave. www.thebadlybent.com.

Kirk James performs, 7 p.m., Lake House Ice Fishin’ Gala at Vallecito Lake.

Running Out of Road performs bluegrass, fundraiser for Bayfield Association for the Advancement of Music, 7 p.m., Bayfield Performing Arts Center.

Jose Villareal performs, 7 p.m., The Office, 699 Main Ave.

Teen Game Night, 7-10 p.m., Mancos Public Library.

Local Music Showcase, a fundraiser for the Stillwater Music Foundation, 7 p.m.-2 a.m., show also runs Feb. 20, Balcony Backstage, 600 Main Ave.

“Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike,” opening night, 7:30 p.m., show also runs Feb. 20, 25-27, and 2 p.m., Feb. 28, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. durangoarts.org.

“The Little Prince,” presented by FLC Theatre, 7:30 p.m., show also runs Feb. 20, Mainstage Theatre at Fort Lewis College. www.fortlewis.edu/theatre.

Rob Webster performs, 8 p.m., Blondies in Cortez. www.robwebstermusic.com.

Wild Country performs, 8:30 p.m., Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village.

DJ CK, 9 p.m., Moe’s, 937 Main Ave.

Dave Mensch performs, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Irish Embassy Pub, 900 Main Ave. 403-1200.

DJ Soul Atomic, 10 p.m., El Rancho, 975 Main Ave.

Saturday20

Master Class: Ryan Anthony on Trumpet, 9 a.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College. www.fortlewis.edu/music.

Try Hockey for Free Day, for kids ages 9 and under, 9:20-10:20 a.m., Chapman Hill Ice Rink. 375-7395.

“The Wooden Canvas Project,” lecture with local author Ruth Lambert, part of “Latino Americans: 500 Years of History series,” 10 a.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

VFW Indoor Flea Market, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 1550 Main Ave. 247-0384.

Family Storytime Series featuring Marikay Shellman, author of Gulliver’s Babies, 11 a.m., Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave. 247-1438.

Electronic Hacking, 1-3 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

The Kirk James Blues Band, 2:30-5:30 p.m., Purgy’s at Purgatory Resort.

Robbie Overfield performs, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Moonlight Snowshoe and Ski, 6-10 p.m., Mesa Verde National Park’s Morefield Campground. 529-4608.

Week 5 of Cortez Idol, 7 p.m., Blondies in Cortez. 565-4015.

Greg Ryder performs, 7 p.m., The Office, 699 Main Ave.

Blind Boy and Bill perform, 7 p.m., Mancos Valley Distillery.

Live Local Music Showcase, 7-11 p.m., Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village.

Local Music Showcase, a fundraiser for the Stillwater Music Foundation, featuring the Jade Robbins Band, 7 p.m.-2 a.m., The Balcony Backstage, 600 Main Ave.

“Unforgettable Triumph,” featuring guest conductor Geoffrey Robson and trumpet soloist Ryan Anthony, part of San Juan Symphony’s 30^th anniversary season, 7:30 p.m., Henderson Performance Hall, Farmington. 505-566-3430.

“The Little Prince,” presented by FLC Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Mainstage Theatre at Fort Lewis College. www.fortlewis.edu/theatre.

“Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike,” 7:30 p.m., show also runs Feb. 25-27, and 2 p.m., Feb. 28, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. durangoarts.org.

Trivia Night, 8 p.m., Bottom Shelf Brewery, Bayfield.

KDUR Cover Night presents music of Lou Reed and the Velvet Underground, 8 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Ave. 247-7400 or kdur.org.

DJ Noonz performs, 9 p.m., Moe’s, 937 Main Ave.

Sunday21

Locals Benefit Day, Purgatory Resort. Get coupon on p. 19 in this week’s Telegraph or go to Skipurg.com.

Veterans Committee Breakfast, 9-11 a.m., Elks Lodge, 901 E 2^nd Ave. 247-2298.

Traditional Irish Music Jam, 12:30-4 p.m., Irish Embassy, 900 Main Ave.

Pickin’ & Powder Acoustic Jam Series, participants can earn free pass, 2:30-5:30 p.m., Purgy’s at Purgatory Resort.

“Unforgettable Triumph,” featuring guest conductor Geoffrey Robson and trumpet soloist Ryan Anthony, part of San Juan Symphony’s 30^th anniversary season, 3 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. 247-7657 or www.durangoconcerts.com.

Informal Tango Practice & Instruction, 5-7 p.m., Groove U Durango, 26369 Highway 160. 533-7231.

Blue Moon Ramblers, 7 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Joel Racheff performs, 7 p.m., The Office, 699 Main Ave.

Backcountry Film Festival 2016, 7-9 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. www.durangonaturestudies.org.

Monday22

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program with the IRS, for ages 60 and older, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds Extension Building. Register at 382-6445 or DurangoLaPlataVITA@gmail.com.

Joel Racheff performs, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Chess Club, all ages and skill levels, 5:30 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

February Build Nights, in conjunction with the Powerhouse Science Center, 5:30-7 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

“Burning Down the House,” 7^th annual fundraiser for Durango’s emergency responders through the 100 Club, 5:30-10 p.m., Seasons Rotisserie & Grill, 764 Main Ave. Reserve at 382-9790 or www.seasonsofdurango.com.

“On Dangerous Ground” screening, 7 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.

Rob Webster performs, 7 p.m., The Office, 699 Main Ave.

Contiki, 7 p.m.-close, Moe’s, 937 Main Ave.

Tuesday23

Kids Storytime, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.

“Lunch & Lights” workshop, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., La Plata Electric Association Headquarters, 45 Stewart St. Register at rpierotti@lpea.coop or 382-7770.

“Migration,” part of the Great Decisions international affairs discussion group, 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m., Durango Public Library.

Inklings: Book Club for Kids, 4-5 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

Terry Rickard performs, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Information session for Animas High School, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Durango Public Library. 247-2474 or animashighschool.com.

Grief support group, for individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Mercy Regional Medical Center. Register at 382-2032.

Rotary Club of Durango meets, 6 p.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. 385-7899.

Knit or Crochet with Kathy Graf, 6-7 p.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.

Super Ted’s Super Trivia, 6:12 p.m., Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St. 247-5792.

Basic Computer Class: Intermediate Microsoft Excel, 6:30-8 p.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.

Terri Clark performs, 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. durangoconcerts.com.

Open Mic Night, 7 p.m., Blondies in Cortez. 920-539-9998.

Tim Sullivan performs, 7 p.m., The Office, 699 Main Ave.

Divine Love Sound Bath with spiritual singer Jessie Martin, 7-8:30 p.m., Christian Science Reading Room, behind First Church of Christ. 259-8998.

Salsa Social Dance, 7:30 p.m., Balcony Bar and Grill, 600 Main Ave.

Open Mic Night, 8 p.m.-close, Moe’s, 937 Main Ave.

Bingo Night, 9 p.m., Lady Falconburgh’s, 640 Main Ave.

Wednesday24

Class for Spanish speakers trying to improve their English, 10-11:30 a.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.

Storytime, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

Teen Book Club, 2:15-4 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

Game Daze, ages 8-12, 3:45-5 p.m., Mancos Public Library, 533-7600.

Greg Ryder performs, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Basic Computer Classes in Spanish, 5:30-7 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

Chamber Singer Auditions, new mixed-voice performing ensemble, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Christ the King Lutheran Church, 495 Florida Rd.

School Music Extravaganza, featuring musicians from Miller and Escalante middle schools, Durango High School, and Fort Lewis College, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. 385-6820.

Tom Bennett One Man Band, 6 p.m., El Rancho Tavern, 975 Main Ave.

Ace Revel performs acoustic, 6-8 p.m., Eno Wine Bar.

Karaoke, 7 p.m., Blondies in Cortez. 565-4015.

Terry Rickard performs, 7 p.m., The Office, 699 Main Ave.

Heart & Song, song circle to open people’s voices, 7-8:30 p.m., Rocky Mountain Retreat Center, 848 3^rd Ave. 903-0907.

Yoga en Español, 7:30-8:30 p.m., YogaDurango, 1140 Main Ave.

Ongoing

“Site Unseen: Anna Hepler,” runs thru Feb. 19, Fort Lewis College Art Gallery. 247-7167.

“Irregularities,” works by Jen Pack, thru Feb. 20, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. durangoarts.org.

Artie Yellowhorse Trunk Show, runs thru Feb. 29, Sorrel Sky Gallery, 828 Main Ave. 247-3555.

“Variations,” portraits by Luis Gonzalez Palma, thru March 2, Open Shutter Gallery, 735 Main Ave. 382-8355 or www.openshuttergallery.com.

Unchain My heART, multimedia youth art show presented by La Plata Youth Services, runs thru March 2, Open Shutter Gallery, 735 Main Ave. 385-4440 or www.lpys.org.

Works by Bethany Bachman, pastels on watercolor paper, show runs thru March 26, Olio in Mancos. 533-1381.

Karaoke, 8 p.m., Thursday-Sunday, 8^th Ave. Tavern, 509 E 8^th Ave.

Upcoming

Ho’ike, presented by Durango Hula Ohana featuring dance, food and hula, 6 p.m., Feb. 25, Smiley Building, 1309 E. 3^rd Ave., Room 24.

Winter Bike to Work Day, 7-9 a.m., Feb. 26, in front of Durango Coffee Co., along Main Avenue. 375-4901.

“Obedience, Conformity, Apathy … ‘It’s All Good?’” opening reception, works by father and son, Bud and Jeff Madeen, 5-7 p.m., Feb. 26, exhibit runs thru March 26, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. www.durangoarts.org.

Karen Riley’s Ink & Wax: Intimate Surface Directions opening reception, 5-7 p.m., Feb. 26, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. www.durangoarts.org.

Ugly Lamp Contest, opening reception, 7-9 p.m., Feb. 26, Crash Music in Aztec. 505-427-6748 or crashmusicaztec.com.

The Black Velvet Trio, 7-11 p.m., Feb. 26, Derailed Pour House, 725 Main Ave.

’80s Costume and Dance Party with DJ P.A., 9 p.m., Feb. 26, Blondies in Cortez. 739-4944.

Hello Dollface performs, 10 p.m., Feb. 26, El Rancho, 975 Main Ave.

High Tunnel Production Workshop, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Feb. 27, Cortez Middle School. 385-4574.

Auditions for “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” 1-4 p.m., Feb. 27, auditions also run 6-8 p.m., Feb. 29, performance opens in July, Durango Arts Center Theater, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. 259-2606.

The Black Velvet Duo, 5:30 p.m., Feb. 27, Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Cortez Idol Finale, 7 p.m., Feb. 27, Blondies in Cortez. 565-4015.

Interactive discussion of health access issues, 1-2:30 p.m., Feb. 29, First National Bank, 259 W. 9^th St. 799-0218.

Public meeting and update on Durango’s Multi Modal Transportation Master Plan, 6:45-8 p.m., Feb. 29, Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St. getarounddurango.com or 375-4955.

2016 Durango Independent Film Festival, March 2-6, downtown Durango. Durangofilm.org.

Free Kids Yoga ages 3-7 with Joy Kilpatrick, 9-9:45 a.m., March 2, Pediatric Associates of Durango, 1199 Main Ave., Suite 205. www.breathworkswithjoy.com.

Office Hours for veterans with La Plata County Veterans Service Officer Richard Schleeter, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., March 2, Ignacio Library. 759-0117 or 382-6150.

Sean Jones Quartet performs for FLC Jazz Fest, 7 p.m., March 2, Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. durangoconcerts.com.

First Thursdays Art Walk, 5-7 p.m., March 3, downtown Durango. durangoarts.org.

Defining Spaces: New Paintings by Cynthia DeBolt, 5-7 p.m., March 3, show runs thru March 30, Sorrel Sky Gallery, 828 Main Ave. 247-3555.

Kirk James performs, 5:30-7 p.m., March 3, Durango Craft Spirits, 1120 Main Ave, Suite 2.

“New Bugs, New Problems: Emerging Infections” with infectious disease specialist Dr. Robert Cox, 7-8:30 p.m., March 3, Fort Lewis College Noble Hall, Room 130. www.chaclaplata.org or 799-0218.

Extraordinary Women Award’s Luncheon, hosted by Women’s Resource Center, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., March 4, Durango DoubleTree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio. 247-1242.

The Kirk James Blues Band, 4 p.m., March 5, Hideaway Grill at Vallecito Lake.

FamilyTime Yoga for families/caregivers with children ages 5-10 with Joy Kilpatrick, 3-4 p.m., March 6, YogaDurango on Main Avenue.

“It’s Like Oil and Water: The Cost of Mixing Public Lands with Energy Extraction,” lecture hosted by Great Old Broads for Wilderness, 6:30 p.m., March 8, Durango Public Library.

Information session on Animas High School, 5:30-6:30 p.m., March 9, Animas High School. 247-2474 or animashighschool.com.

Heartbeat Durango, support group for individuals affected by suicide, 6-8 p.m., March 9, Fire Station 1, 142 Sheppard Drive. 749-1673.

Kirk James performs, 7-10 p.m., March 9, Purgy’s Pub at Purgatory Resort.

Free Legal Clinic, 2-4 p.m., March 10, Mancos Public Library. 533-7600 or www.mancoslibrary.org.

Women’s History Month Hat Making Party, hosted by Women’s Resource Center, 5:30-7 p.m., March 10, Alpine Bank. 247-1242.

“Human Nature Machine,” presented by 20MOONS Dance Theatre, opening night, 7:30 p.m., March 10, show also runs 7:30 p.m., March 11-13, and 5 p.m., March 12-13, Fort Lewis College Vallecito Room. www.20moons.com.

Free Legal Clinic, 3:30-5 p.m., March 11, Ignacio Community Library.

Kirk James performs, 6 p.m., March 11, 6512’ Restaurant and Lounge, 152 E. College Ave.

The Keller Williams Kwahtro performs, 9 p.m., March 11, Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Dr. www.animascitytheatre.com.

Kirk James performs, 6 p.m., March 12, Seven Rivers Steakhouse, Sky Ute Casino in Ignacio.

Movie Mondays, 4-5:30 p.m., March 14, Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.

Kirk James performs, 2:30-5:30 p.m., March 15, Purgy’s Pub at Purgatory Resort.

Evening Book Club, 5:30-6:30 p.m., March 16, White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W 14^th St. 259-2213.

Furniture As Art Auction, fundraising event for KDUR, March 17, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. kdur.org.

Kirk James performs, 5:30-7 p.m., March 17, Durango Craft Spirits, 1120 Main Ave, Suite 2.

Durango 9Health Fair, 7 a.m.-noon, March 19, Escalante Middle School, 141 Baker Lane. www.9healthfair.org.

Public meeting and update on Durango’s Multi Modal Transportation Master Plan, 5-7 p.m., March 21, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. getarounddurango.com or 375-4955.

Soup for thea Soul, benefit for Hospice of Mercy & Hospice Residence, 5:30-8:30 p.m., March 24, La Plata County Fairgrounds. 764-2800.

Kirk James performs, 6 p.m., March 25, 6512’ Restaurant and Lounge, 152 E. College Ave.

The Black Velvet Duo performs, 6-10 p.m., April 2, Seven Rivers Steakhouse at Sky Ute Casino in Ignacio.

Easton Corbin performs, 7 p.m., April 2, Sky Ute Casino in Ignacio. skyutecasino.com.

Mother’s Day Mini Sessions for Charity with Kelly Miranda Photography, fundraiser for La Plata Family Centers Coalition, April 9 - 10, Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave. Register at 946-7279 or info@kellymirandaphotography.com.

Public meeting and update on Durango’s Multi Modal Transportation Master Plan, 5-7 p.m., April 25, Carver Brewing Co., 1022 Main Ave. getarounddurango.com or 375-4955.

Bike to School Day, part of National Bike to School Day and hosted by City of Durango, May 4, Needham, Park and Riverview Elementary schools. 375-4901.

Public meeting and update on Durango’s Multi Modal Transportation Master Plan, 5-7 p.m., May 23, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2^nd Ave. getarounddurango.com or 375-4955.

Durango Blues Train, June 3-4, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Durangobluestrain.com.

Clean Commute Week, June 18-23, events all around Durango. 375-4901 or getarounddurango.com.

Public meeting and update on Durango’s Multi Modal Transportation Master Plan, 5-7 p.m., June 20, Carver Brewing Company, 1022 Main Ave. getarounddurango.com or 375-4955.

Public meeting and update on Durango’s Multi Modal Transportation Master Plan, 5-7 p.m., July 25, Transit Center, 250 W. 8^th St. getarounddurango.com or 375-4955.

Public meeting and update on Durango’s Multi Modal Transportation Master Plan, 6:45-8 p.m., Aug. 22, Ska Brewing Co., 225 Girard St. getarounddurango.com or 375-4955.

Way to Go! Club Member Party, Sept. 8. 375-4901.

Public meeting and update on Durango’s Multi Modal Transportation Master Plan, 5-7 p.m., Sept. 29, Powerhouse Science Center, 1333 Camino del Rio. getarounddurango.com or 375-4955.

Walk to School Day, Oct. 5, events held at Needham, Riverview and Park elementary schools. 375-4901.

Public meeting and update on Durango’s Multi Modal Transportation Master Plan, 5-7 p.m., Oct. 10, Carver Brewing Company, 1022 Main Ave. getarounddurango.com or 375-4955.

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