Events on this Day

Sponsored by the City of Durango   Yard waste, furniture, large appliances, scrap metal, drywall, fencing, carpeting, tiles and open dried paint cans.    April 5-9   Rockridge Subdivision, Animas View Dr., Sky Ridge Subdivision, Hill Crest Estates, North College Dr., Aquarius, Richard Dr, Linda Ct., Willow Place, Geoglein Gulch, Sanborn Place and Ball Lane.   April 12-16  Areas south of 15th St. and West of 9th Ave. including residential areas of 160 W (Twin Buttes) and Highway 160 E (Three Springs) located within City limits.   April 19-23  Areas north of 15th St. to 36th St. paralleling Main to the East and West including the Animas City area.   April 26-April 30   West side subdivisions including Crestview, Needham and Junction St. areas.   May 3-7   East side subdivisions including Rio Vista Circle, Riverview, Florida Rd.

Two spring raffles available now: Explore the outdoors with your own Alpacka Raft or bring your friends to play golf at the scenic Dalton Ranch. For only $10 a ticket, the $595-value packraft or the $500-value golf package can be yours! 5 tickets for only $40. And remember, by purchasing tickets you directly support the Conservancy’s work to protect Southwest Colorado's open landscapes.    Raffle tickets are available on the Conservancy’s website until May 7, 10 AM. The drawing will take place the same day at noon. Learn more and buy raffle tickets now: www.lposc.org.   A big shout-out to Alpacka Raft and Dalton Ranch, for their generous donations.

Fort Lewis College Music and Theatre Departments present “Diverse Voices” live streamed April 23 and 24 at 7:30pm! A recorded version will also stream April 26 – 30 any time.    First to be presented is the 1904 operetta CENDRILLON, a charming rendition of the classic fairy tale CINDERELLA. Then “Musical Scenes of Diversity and Inclusion”. From race to gender, sexual orientation to religion, these musical scenes will explore stories from 12 Broadway musicals that helped pave the way to a more inclusive stage. You will enjoy scenes from THE PROM, RENT, SPRING AWAKENING, IN THE HEIGHTS and more.    Join us to celebrate the merging of these 2 departments! For tickets, go to fortlewis.edu/theatre.

All state mandated COVID protocols will be followed. This program is for 3-5 year olds! We will cultivate creative expression through the art of movement, songs and creative expression while fostering your child's ability to make choices, work with others, assume responsibility and make new friends. This program offers indoor and outdoor activities plus opportunities for fun, friendship, and creative exploration! *must be potty trained   Tuition $210 One day   $420 Two days 

Durango Montessori School is open for enrollment. DMS provides a quality Montessori-based education for pre-K through grade 5 in the historic Smiley Building near downtown.    To tour DMS, please contact the director at 970-769-3590 or email director@durangomontessori.com.

1st class FREE! A different virtual workout every time, this energizing class consists of aerobic intervals to improve cardiovascular endurance combined with strength training intervals, core and balance work. Common equipment is incorporated, modifications will be shown for those without equipment. Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. Class is open to all. Multi class discount punch cards available. Please email lynn@mothertech.net for Zoom registration link.

Come enjoy a different musician every day and grab a bite to eat!

Come enjoy a different musician every day and grab a bite to eat!

Join SJMA and a BLM archaeologist to hike through the moon-lit Sand Canyon while learning about the human history of the area. From sunset to moonrise, hikers will visit several of the ruins, discovering how ancient people wove themselves into this landscape.

Around the World with the Durango Choral Society will treat you to never before seen or heard audio and video performance and rehearsal footage from our concert tours to far flung places, including Zagreb, Salzburg, Prague, Greece, and Hawaii as well as Santa Fe, Cincinnati, Telluride, and Carnegie Hall. This virtual event will offer you an inside look at our many adventures with performance videos in spectacular locations, photos, and commentary by Linda Mack Berven, PLUS performances of international music by our Women’s and Youth Choirs. Please visit our website for tickets. Your ticket will give you access to a private YouTube channel that can be watched at your convenience after the performance is released.