January 2020 Events

The award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg and adapted to the big screen in 2003, the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey comes alive onboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth and fun of the Christmas season on a special trip to the North Pole!

The award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg and adapted to the big screen in 2003, the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey comes alive onboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth and fun of the Christmas season on a special trip to the North Pole!

A different workout every time, this energizing class consists of aerobic intervals to improve cardiovascular endurance combined with strength training intervals, core and balance work. Equipment provided, please bring a yoga mat for floor exercises. Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available.

Powder Hounds Art Auction is a month long on-going silent auction of snowboard art by local artists. The 20 art boards will be displayed at various locations in and around Durango for the public to view and are available to bid on online at www.powderhoundsart.com.    Boards begin at a minimum bid of $100 and 100% of the proceeds will benefit LPCHS. We will be introducing "Buy it Now" pricing for each board this year.    A curated show will take place at Durango Art Center on Friday, January 10th - Sunday, January 12th!

The award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg and adapted to the big screen in 2003, the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey comes alive onboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth and fun of the Christmas season on a special trip to the North Pole!

Local acoustic. $4 mainline pint.

The award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg and adapted to the big screen in 2003, the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey comes alive onboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth and fun of the Christmas season on a special trip to the North Pole!

Get ready to flex those memory muscles at Powerhouse Trivia from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Sponsored by Carver Brewing, our trivia consists of four rounds of questions and always includes one scientific round. Assemble your team or come solo and join one, get focused with a few local brews, and compete against some of the brightest minds around. $5 suggested team donations.

Zumba Gold ® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available. *Class runs from 9:30-10:15 AM

$14/$18  Doors 10:30am  Show 11:00am   'The course of true love never did run smooth.’   A feuding fairy King and Queen of the forest cross paths with four runaway lovers and a troupe of actors trying to rehearse a play. As their dispute grows, the magical royal couple meddle with mortal lives leading to love triangles, mistaken identities and transformations… with hilarious, but dark consequences.   Shakespeare’s most famous romantic comedy will be captured live from the Bridge Theatre in London. Gwendoline Christie (Game of Thrones), Oliver Chris (Green Wing, NT Live: Young Marx), David Moorst (NT Live: Allelujah!) and Hammed Animashaun (The Barber Shop Chronicles) lead the cast as Titania, Oberon, Puck and Bottom.   Directed by Nicholas Hytner, this production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream will build on the success of his immersive staging of Julius Caesar (NT Live 2018). The Bridge Theatre will become a forest – a dream world of flying fairies, contagious fogs and moonlight revels, surrounded by a roving audience following the action on foot.

Seven Rivers Saturday Night Entertainment Presents: Joel Racheff

Local Musician Steve Blechschmidt brings a new flair to Eno with his classical, or fingerstyle, guitar playing. So come in and enjoy the nice atmosphere with a warm cocktail or delicious glass of wine!

Left vs. Right! Conservative vs. Liberal! Red Vs. Blue! Maybe only the Lord can bring us together in this hilarious and insightful entertainment, where the debate gets hot and the passion gets hotter. GOD – legendary actor, Ed Asner – is a wise, cantankerous and wildly funny deity who confronts two political pundits with a romantic history: Lawrence (a liberal lad) and Leslie (a conservative gal). He is not at all pleased with our politics or what we’ve done to his Creation. GOD HELP US! speaks to audiences of all political persuasions with one essential argument: that we have to listen to each other so that we can all live – and laugh – together.

On Sunday, January 1st, from 11am-3pm @923 narrow Gauge Avenue,  Durango Book Rescue is giving away thousands of FREE books! Thank you for reading! :)

$14/$18  Doors 12:30pm  Show 1:00pm   'The course of true love never did run smooth.’   A feuding fairy King and Queen of the forest cross paths with four runaway lovers and a troupe of actors trying to rehearse a play. As their dispute grows, the magical royal couple meddle with mortal lives leading to love triangles, mistaken identities and transformations… with hilarious, but dark consequences.   Shakespeare’s most famous romantic comedy will be captured live from the Bridge Theatre in London. Gwendoline Christie (Game of Thrones), Oliver Chris (Green Wing, NT Live: Young Marx), David Moorst (NT Live: Allelujah!) and Hammed Animashaun (The Barber Shop Chronicles) lead the cast as Titania, Oberon, Puck and Bottom.   Directed by Nicholas Hytner, this production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream will build on the success of his immersive staging of Julius Caesar (NT Live 2018). The Bridge Theatre will become a forest – a dream world of flying fairies, contagious fogs and moonlight revels, surrounded by a roving audience following the action on foot.

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

A different workout every time, this energizing class consists of aerobic intervals to improve cardiovascular endurance combined with strength training intervals, core and balance work. Equipment provided, please bring a yoga mat for floor exercises. Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available.

Powder Hounds Art Auction is a month long on-going silent auction of snowboard art by local artists. The 20 art boards will be displayed at various locations in and around Durango for the public to view and are available to bid on online at www.powderhoundsart.com.    Boards begin at a minimum bid of $100 and 100% of the proceeds will benefit LPCHS. We will be introducing "Buy it Now" pricing for each board this year.    A curated show will take place at Durango Art Center on Friday, January 10th - Sunday, January 12th!

Beat your case of the Mondays with a yoga session, hosted by our favorite yogi, and complementary pint. $10 = 1 hour yoga and 1 pint of beer. Yoga first. Please bring your mat.

Come belly up to the bar with a cocktail or ice cold beer and order one of our hunger quenching appetizers. The Belle offers nightly dinner specials, so grab a table and treat your sweetheart to some Wild West grub. Relax with our acoustic music and enjoy the laid back atmosphere in our historic saloon. Get a more in depth history lesson of our sweet, little saloon here. Want to get the blood flowing after dessert? Grab your cocktail and venture through the Historic Strater Hotel for a living museum experience.

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Zumba Gold ® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available. *Class runs from 9:30-10:15 AM

Join us for lunch with presenter John Whitney, US Senator Michael Bennett’s Western Slope Regional Director. This is the second part of our two-part series on Public Lands. John Whitney’s work focuses on the natural resources issues that affect the Western Slope including public lands, energy, wildlife and water issues. He also focuses on other issues for the Senator including health care, economic development, broadband, tax policy, and other local community priorities Most recently, John led Senator Bennet’s state efforts on the CORE Act, legislation that would designate around 400,000 acres of public land with a variety of protective designations. These designations include wilderness areas, National Recreation Areas, bans on federal oil and gas development in pristine areas, and a first of its kind National Historic Landscape designation for Camp Hale. Camp Hale was the training site for the legendary 10th Mountain Division which fought in Italy during World War II. The bill is carried by Congressman Joe Neguse in the House of Representatives and passed that chamber in October. If passed into law, the CORE Act would be the largest bill to protect public lands in Colorado since the 1993 Colorado Wilderness Act.   TICKETS: $20, scholarships available. Buy online: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/theclubjanuary2020  RSVP by emailing TheClubDems@gmail.com before January 2.  FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/events/698165660590339/

Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you&aposll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise..... A total workout combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome! Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. *Class runs from 1:15-2:15

Our Fly Tying 101 is a great introduction to the life long pursuit of fly tying if you’ve always wanted to learn to tie your own flies but don’t know where to start. We are now offering Fly Tying 101 as a FREE introductory lesson, with expert instruction and all tools/materials supplied. In this class you will learn starting a fly, wrapping thread, attaching and wrapping materials, and tying off a fly. Any flies tied by you are yours to take home and use yourself!   Tying your own flies is a great way to learn more about what is going on in a river and help you become a more successful fisherman.   Although this class is free, pre-registration is still required and spots are limited. Please give us a call at 970-385-4081 to reserve a spot!

An evening to get to know SCAPE. We'll be doing a Q&A with our program mentors in addition to offering insight to the 2020 Program, financing and more! Get your questions answered and learn more about what we do before the January 15, 2020 application deadline.   Apply here: goscape.org/be-involved/apply/  RVSP:   meetup.com/ExSWdurango/events/267170355/

This trivia platform will be fun and friendly for the younger Durango crowd. Come challenge your minds, have some great food and drinks and win some great prizes that include Gift Cards to The Roost, Cuckoos and Animas City Theatre! Less

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Topic: Jessica Matlock, the new CEO of LPEA will talk about how the rural electric cooperative perceives opportunity and risk in the new energy future. The energy landscape is changing across the United States. Coal plants are retiring, renewable energy prices are dropping, and power supply opportunities are increasing. Come learn how LPEA is examining this new energy future and what options exist for its members and the community.    Speaker: Jessica Matlock is the CEO of La Plata Electric Association (LPEA). Under her leadership, Matlock is helping LPEA transition to a clean energy company and a “utility of the future.” Prior to this role, Matlock served as a member of the executive leadership team at the nation’s 11th largest public utility from 2006 to 2019. Her previous role was serving as the Assistant General Manager of Customer, Energy Services and External Relations where she was responsible for directing the legislative and policy strategy and developing and implementing the utility’s solar, electric vehicle, and demand response programs. Prior to this, Jessica worked as an energy expert for the U.S. Senate and held a number of positions with the Bonneville Power Administration, one of the U.S.’s power marketing administration.   Cost is $17.00 if registered by Thursday, January 2nd.  Late registrations and walk-ins will be charged $22.

Zumba Gold ® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. *Class runs from 3:15-4:15

Join us for a candid conversation about sexual assault - the different types of sexual assault, warning signs to defend against it, your rights, sexual assault laws, and the community resources to help. The discussion will include topics of sexual violence.    Ages 17+ recommended.    This class is taught by Kathleen O'Toole, owner and founder of Safe Sister, Strategies for Safe Living - a women's self defense course serving SW Colorado and Northern New Mexico.

Local musician Matt Rupnow performs at Eno, so come in for a great glass of wine accompanied by some wonderful live music!

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Free Public Event!! Village Social, Be Free Challenge and Miller Middle School are proud to bring Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER: Uncovering Skills for Stress Resilience to the Durango community free of charge.    Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER: Uncovering Skills for Stress Resilience sets out to understand how we as parents and schools empower teens to overcome mental health challenges and build emotional agility, communication savvy, and stress resilience.   The impact of social media and other screen time is incorporated in all the topics raised in Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER, how it may be impacting our teen’s mental health, and what we can do to help foster youth in the face of struggles.

The public is invited to the next meeting of the San Juan Basin Archaeological Society on Wednesday, January 8th, at 7:00 p.m. at the Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College. Connie Massingale will present: “Creating Color in Prehistoric Art of the Southwest: Pigment procurement, processing, and application in the pictographs and artifacts of Utah and beyond.” There will be a pre-meeting social at 6:30. See sjbas.org for more information.

Nappy Roots (Hip Hop/Rap) with Special Guest to be Announced   $22/$25/18+  Doors 7:30pm / Show 8:30pm  Tickets available now online at www.animascitytheatre.com  Tickets available at Animas City Theatre, Animas Trading Company   https://www.nappyroots.com  https://www.facebook.com/nappyrootsmusic   Biography  Life, Liberty and The Pursuit of Nappyness: In an economically recessed climate, Nappy Roots has joined the rest of the nation in trying to understand and work through financial and emotional struggles. No stranger to challenges, this four-man collective from Kentucky tackled their obstacles and, in the process, their self-honest work emerged in form of 5 studio albums and 10 mix-tapes. As usual, Nappy Roots examine our alienable rights, reason, and truth through lyrical originality and voyage.   Since Nappy Roots entered the music scene in 1998, they have remained real, humble, talented guys with inherent, undeniable southern swagger. After the international success of Watermelon, Chicken, & Grits, selling over 3 million albums, the members of Nappy Roots were flying high while still acutely aware of how far it could be to the bottom should they fall. It is that practical and genuine presence of mind that helped them sustain touring as a group these last ten years. Building a vastly loyal fan-base nationwide, fans and friends can be used interchangeably when referring to their army of followers.   For most people, it is normal to only share intimate moments with friends, but for the members of Nappy, it is no different when in their living room, studio, or on stage, as they possess the gift of honesty and deliver that message with charisma. That truthfulness is especially reflected in this compilation inspired and written for this moment in time.   After severing ties with Atlantic Record and going independent, it was inevitable change was his own for solo efforts. Nappy Roots had no choice but to keep it moving and did so as smoothly as possible. As the saying goes, “the show must go on,” and so it has, obstacles included.   With a heavy heart and no major label record deal, Nappy Roots knew they had to remain in pursuit of their destiny and, thus, Nappy Roots Entertainment Group was formed. The members of Nappy Roots were facing foreclosures and a mountain of stress in the jobless economy, but still they remained positive and pushed on, while never forgetting where they came from and what they had accomplished. With fans constantly communicating with the members online and at shows, the guys realized they weren’t the only ones having trouble.   With the release of their tenth mix-tape "SH!T&aposS BEAUTIFUL" and the departure of Big V from the group, as he left to pursue a solo career, Nappy Roots for

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

A different workout every time, this energizing class consists of aerobic intervals to improve cardiovascular endurance combined with strength training intervals, core and balance work. Equipment provided, please bring a yoga mat for floor exercises. Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available.

Stop by Sorrel Sky Gallery on Thursdays from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm and enjoy the sounds of gypsy jazz music from JR Cook and Mark Simmons. AND… while you are here, take a look at the work of our world-class artists! Each Thursday starting January 9, through February 27, 2020.

Local Rock. $4 mainline pints.

Eno's Weekly Open Mic Night is happening from 6-8pm! Come with your guitar, your voice, some friends, or just you and listen to some local artists!

Come play Beer Bingo every Thursday Night at The Roost for your chance to win great prizes! There will be swag giveaways and some prizes include free drink and food to Cuckoo's Chicken House, The Roost and Animas City Theatre!

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

The Durango Business Improvement District holds a monthly meeting for business owners in the BID, and for anyone who wants to know about Downtown and North Main District happenings. The meeting is held monthly on the 2nd Friday, from 8:30 to 9:30 am, at TBK Bank in the Community Room.

Zumba Gold ® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available. *Class runs from 9:30-10:15 AM

Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you&aposll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise..... A total workout combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome! Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. *Class runs from 1:15-2:15

Auditions for Kids/Teen Follies are coming!   Are you a kid or teen in Durango? Do you have a talent to share and want to be a part of one of the most entertaining events of Snowdown? Then come on down to the Durango Arts Center on Jan 10th or 11th and show us what you’ve got!    Please limit your act to 4 minutes and under. Judges will be there at both audition dates to select the “Best Of Kids/Teen Follies” lineup for the Best Of show on Saturday, Feb 1st.   Performances:  WEDNESDAY, JAN 29 @ 4:30 pm Kids / 7:30 pm Teen   THURSDAY, JAN 30 @ 4:30 pm Kids / 7:30 pm Teen   And THE BEST OF SHOW on SATURDAY, Feb 1 @ 1:00 pm     *** Mandatory dress rehearsal is on Saturday, Jan, 25th @ 9 am for the Kids Follies and 12:30 pm for the Teens.***     **If you are using music, please make sure you have it on a compatible device to plug into a standard headphone jack or CD.     **We will also be collecting the entry fee of $35 per act at the time of your audition.

Join us for our very first Powder Hounds Art Auction OPENING EVENT at Animas Chocolate & Coffee Co.!   Come and view ALL 20 unique snowboards, meet the artists who donated their time and talent in creating each unique piece, enjoy light appetizers, cash bar and of course, chocolate! Your ears will thank you as you listen to the acoustic stylings of Durango&aposs own Robert Webster while you gaze upon each board. You can hear his sweet sounds at www.reverbnation.com/robwebstermusic.   Place your BIDS on a snowboard(s) or "BUY IT NOW" with set pricing. The minimum bid is $100/per board. The snowboard silent auction begins Friday, January 3rd - Sunday, February 2nd! 100% of the proceeds benefit the animals!!   Place your bids at lpchumanesociety.org or powderhoundsart.com.    This event is FREE and open to the public. It is fun for the whole family! We hope to see you there!

Live music from 6-8pm in The Tasting Room

A diverse program of music for woodwind trio, including works by Alessandro Besozzi, Joseph Bodin de Boismortier, Madeleine Dring, Antonio Vivaldi, and Alyssa Morris. Featuring Rochelle Mann, flute; Rebecca Ray, oboe; and Denise Turner, bassoon; as well as C. Scott Hagler, piano/organ.

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Tired of renting? Join our Homebuyer Education Class. Learn what it takes to become a homeowner and gain access to local down payment assistance funds. Topics covered include: Budget, Credit, Insurance, Lending, Down payment Assistance Programs, Real Estate, Inspection, and Home Maintenance.   Space is limited.  To register please visit: www.homesfund.org.

Durango Elks Lodge #507 will be hosting the Elks National Hoop Shoot Free Throw Competition at Escalante Middle School gym in Durango for boys & girls ages 8-13. Students from Durango, Ignacio, Bayfield, Pagosa Springs and Silverton are invited to participate. Check in at 9am and the event starts at 10am.   The Elks National Hoop Shoot is a free throw contest for youth ages 8 to 13. Beginning at the local level, winning contestants advance through District, State, Regional and National competitions. The program is free to all contestants. The Elks help sponsor contestants and their families at every level of competition. One boy and one girl from each division will win a national title at the National Finals in Chicago and have their names inscribed in the Naismith Memorial basketball Hall of Fame. Two National Champions will receive the Getty Powell Award for most baskets made during the National Finals.    To see a complete list of past Hoop Shoot winners, visit elkshoopshoot.org. For more information on the local event, please contact Dewey Waldron at 970.769.8636

Auditions for Kids/Teen Follies are coming!   Are you a kid or teen in Durango? Do you have a talent to share and want to be a part of one of the most entertaining events of Snowdown? Then come on down to the Durango Arts Center on Jan 10th or 11th and show us what you’ve got!    Please limit your act to 4 minutes and under. Judges will be there at both audition dates to select the “Best Of Kids/Teen Follies” lineup for the Best Of show on Saturday, Feb 1st.   Performances:  WEDNESDAY, JAN 29 @ 4:30 pm Kids / 7:30 pm Teen   THURSDAY, JAN 30 @ 4:30 pm Kids / 7:30 pm Teen   And THE BEST OF SHOW on SATURDAY, Feb 1 @ 1:00 pm     *** Mandatory dress rehearsal is on Saturday, Jan, 25th @ 9 am for the Kids Follies and 12:30 pm for the Teens.***     **If you are using music, please make sure you have it on a compatible device to plug into a standard headphone jack or CD.     **We will also be collecting the entry fee of $35 per act at the time of your audition.

$14/$18  Doors 10:30am  Show 11:00am  The story of a family and a company that changed the world, told in three parts on a single evening.   Academy Award-winner Sam Mendes (Skyfall, The Ferryman) directs Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley and Ben Miles who play the Lehman Brothers, their sons and grandsons.   On a cold September morning in 1844 a young man from Bavaria stands on a New York dockside. Dreaming of a new life in the new world. He is joined by his two brothers and an American epic begins.   163 years later, the firm they establish – Lehman Brothers – spectacularly collapses into bankruptcy, and triggers the largest financial crisis in history.   This critically acclaimed and five-time Olivier Award nominated play features stunning set design from Es Devlin (NT Live: Hamlet) and will be broadcast live from London’s West End as part of National Theatre Live’s 10th Birthday season.

AISLES OF IDEAS & INSPIRATION ~ PLANNING WORKSHOPS ~ FOOD & CAKE TASTINGS ~ SPECTACULAR TABLESCAPES & FLORAL DISPLAYS ~ MOCKTAILS & MUSIC ~ FABULOUS DOOR PRIZES   Find everything you need to plan your wedding: Bridal attire, venues, photographers, event planners, flowers, DJs, invitations, favors, transportation, photo booths, honeymoon planning, wedding gifts, and so much more!    Admission: $10 per person

Learn how to rig up and catch fish in the cold at Duranglers Free Winter Fishing Tactics Class.    Come prepared to learn:  Where to fish in the winter months.  Techniques that are most effective.  Fly patterns to use.  Staying warm on the water.

AN EARTH VISION FILM PRODUCTION in association with EARTH VISION INSTITUTE   We humans are a force of nature. At the same time human activities alter the basic elements of life – earth, air, water, and fire – those elements change human life.   In an arresting new documentary from the producers of RACING EXTINCTION, THE COVE and CHASING ICE, environmental photographer James Balog captures the lives of everyday Americans on the front lines of climate change. With rare compassion and heart, THE HUMAN ELEMENT inspires us to reevaluate our relationship with the natural world.

Seven Rivers Saturday Night Entertainment Presents: Rob Webster

Local Musician Steve Blechschmidt brings a new flair to Eno with his classical, or fingerstyle, guitar playing. So come in and enjoy the nice atmosphere with a warm cocktail or delicious glass of wine!

Pete is joined by Mark Rosenberg and Schyler Healy in this electric trio featuring originals and covers with elements of Rock, Pop, Funk, Jazz and Blues.

Doors open at 7:30, show starts at 8pm. $10 Ticket price does not include food or drink. 21+

Bring your instrument and join in or watch the live entertainment! Kids eat half price all day

$14/$18  Doors 12:30pm  Show 1:00pm   The story of a family and a company that changed the world, told in three parts on a single evening.   Academy Award-winner Sam Mendes (Skyfall, The Ferryman) directs Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley and Ben Miles who play the Lehman Brothers, their sons and grandsons.   On a cold September morning in 1844 a young man from Bavaria stands on a New York dockside. Dreaming of a new life in the new world. He is joined by his two brothers and an American epic begins.   163 years later, the firm they establish – Lehman Brothers – spectacularly collapses into bankruptcy, and triggers the largest financial crisis in history.   This critically acclaimed and five-time Olivier Award nominated play features stunning set design from Es Devlin (NT Live: Hamlet) and will be broadcast live from London’s West End as part of National Theatre Live’s 10th Birthday season.

Come enjoy a Sunday afternoon with silent film classics accompanied live by professional pianist Adam Swanson (to learn more about Adam read below)! Silent Sundays on January 12th will begin with an obscure yet brilliant comedy short wherein the star invents a new machine to "doctor" people's hair to disastrous effect. The feature film will be another one of Buster Keaton's proven masterpieces, "Our Hospitality," the first in Keaton's trilogy of historic Southern stories. "Our Hospitality" is the tale of the Hatfields and McCoys, but set in the 1830s and with a remarkable recreation of an early American railroad. The historic Henry Strater Theatre is a perfect venue for silent film--experience vintage cinema the way it was meant to be! A cash bar with popcorn and candy will be open. These events will be family friendly, so bring your kids and enjoy this fun and unique opportunity. Adam Swanson is one of the world's foremost performers of vintage American popular music, including ragtime, early jazz, the Great American Songbook, and more. He holds a bachelor's in classical piano and a master's in musicology from the Peabody Conservatory of Johns Hopkins University. Although he is only twenty-seven years old, Adam has been a featured performer and lecturer at ragtime and jazz festivals across the United States, and he is the only four-time winner of the World Championship Old-Time Piano Playing Contest. He made his New York debut in Carnegie Hall at the age of nineteen, where he performed with Michael Feinstein. Adam has performed at the Cinecon Classic Film Festival in Hollywood and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., as well as in Hungary, Switzerland, and Australia. He has worked with such musicians as Toronto's John Arpin, former rock star Ian Whitcomb, and legendary 1950s recording artist Johnny Maddox, who was one of Adam's greatest influences. Adam frequently performs at the historic Strater Hotel where he makes his home in Durango, Colorado. Visit Adam online: www.adamgswanson.com.

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Powder Hounds Art Auction is a month long on-going silent auction of snowboard art by local artists. The 20 art boards will be displayed at various locations in and around Durango for the public to view and are available to bid on online at www.powderhoundsart.com.    Boards begin at a minimum bid of $100 and 100% of the proceeds will benefit LPCHS. We will be introducing "Buy it Now" pricing for each board this year.    A curated show will take place at Durango Art Center on Friday, January 10th - Sunday, January 12th!

Beat your case of the Mondays with a yoga session, hosted by our favorite yogi, and complementary pint. $10 = 1 hour yoga and 1 pint of beer. Yoga first. Please bring your mat.

Learn the basic steps, essentials of how to lead and follow, fundamental turns and some basic combinations you can use on the dance floor. Each week of this 6 week series builds on the lesson from the week before so be sure to clear your schedule for Monday evenings for the entire series. We strongly recommend you plan to miss no more than one session. This class is a prerequisite for the Swing 2 series.

The studio will be open for dance practice immediately following the 6:30 pm swing class for a $5 donation. We will play music based on consensus of the participants. Instructors will be available for pointers or for getting through stuck spots on an individual basis.

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

The Benefits of Regular Tai Chi Practice: • Improve health, strength, balance, coordination, & flexibility • Focus your mind • Increase your ability to handle stress in your life • Bring balance to your body and mind • Increase circulation of blood and lymph • Exercise the internal organs Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00-10:00 am &/or 4:00-5:00 pm Durango Community Recreation Center – Windom room $10 Per Class or 10 classes for $90 Class Format • Gentle warm up movement and stretches • Tai Chi principles and structure • Yang Style 24 form • Qigong • Meditation Once proficiency in the bare hand form is achieved, students may choose to learn Tai Chi sword and/or Push Hands. Instructor Instructor Denise Lane began learning Tai Chi in the 1980&aposs and teaching in 1994. Her focus is on helping students improve and sustain health, balance, and centering through Tai Chi, meditation and Qigong. Her practice of Tai Chi has given her a foundation for maintaining balance, health, and grounding and even restore her own health. She is a former International forms Champion and Grand champion; four-time Women’s National lightweight Push Hands Champion; and a USA Team member and gold medalist in the 1st and 2nd Pan American Wu-Shu/Kung-Fu Games. While she learned much from the discipline required for performing and competition, her passion is in helping others live a healthy, balanced life. Information: (970) 403-5406 or SageMtnHealth@yahoo.com

Join Power to Act for Power Hour, your purposeful lunch hour. This is a community donation drive collecting:  Economy Shampoo & Conditioner  2 PK Bar Soap    The items gathered will be placed inside our Home Handbags, a market tote filed with household essentials and donated to victims of domestic violence transitioning out of homelessness into secure housing. These purposeful handbags are donated to our local nonprofit recipient, Housing Solutions for the Southwest, adding value to their mission.

The PWN Inspiring Speaker & Networking Series welcomes Mary Monroe Brown as our first speaker of 2020! An outdoor industry executive, Mary believes in connecting communities, businesses and nonprofits to make a difference. She brings a message of encouragement for each of us to believe in ourselves while retaining an open, vulnerable heart.   Enjoy relaxed networking with other local professional women, delicious appetizers, and a cash bar. $10 Members / $20 Nonmembers. January's event is generously presented by Bank of Colorado.   PWN is excited to now offer event preregistration and member registration through our new website! Please preregister to cut down on lines and give everyone more time to enjoy the event.

Curious about Animas High School? Prospective students and families are encouraged to attend an AHS Information Session to learn more about how AHS uses innovative, student-centered, project-based learning in a small school setting to achieve 100% college acceptance and a culture of excellence.

A night of themed Trivia based around the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Come on down and test your knowledge while enjoying a drink at Eno! Winner receives a $20 gift certificate!

This trivia platform will be fun and friendly for the younger Durango crowd. Come challenge your minds, have some great food and drinks and win some great prizes that include Gift Cards to The Roost, Cuckoos and Animas City Theatre! Less

Tickets on sale at Animas City Theatre, Animas Trading Company, & online at www.animascitytheatre.com   The New Deal with Special Guest  Standing Room Only, Limited Seating in Balcony  $17/$20/18+  Doors 7:00pm / Show 8:00pm   The New Deal  Website: http://www.thenewdeal.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenewdeal  Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thenewdealband  Soundcloud: https://www.soundcloud.com/tndontour  Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tndontour  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Uay4ON   The New Deal  September 27th 2019 – With over 1400 legendary late nights, sold-out clubs and triumphant festivals under their belts, The New Deal has returned with a passion in 2019 with ‘TND3’ – the third incarnation of the renowned live electronica trio: Jamie Shields (keyboards), Dan Kurtz (bass), and new drummer Davide Di Renzo.   Their new album Phoenix was recorded live off-the-floor in the studio with no overdubs, no additional instrumentation and with every intention of re-establishing the sound of what TND is: the spirit of the unexpected. As the first album since their 2016 release Mercury Switch, this highly anticipated new release is a series of epic live improvised studio jams broken into multiple parts but intended for continuous play. Click HERE to listen to the new album.    The band’s evolution through three drummers has now brought The New Deal closer to its original direction. “With Davide, it’s a bit like ‘coming back home’, as he was the drummer that inspired our original direction back in 1998 when the three of us played an impromptu gig together in Guelph, Ontario. Each of the band’s drummers has brought something unique to The New Deal, and with Davide we’re reaching back to move forward with the organic-infused improvisation that has long-inspired a big part of The New Deal sound,” explains keyboardist Jamie Shields.   The New Deal first began in Toronto in 1999, quickly gaining support from Toronto’s underground club scene as pioneers in electronica, recreating the DJ experience with live, improvised music. Soon the band brought their interpretation of Electro House, Trance, Breakbeat and Drum & Bass to the US where they were embraced by the crowds at NYC’s Wetlands Preserve and cultivated a loyal following in the American jam scene. After twelve years of touring, The New Deal took a hiatus in 2011; Dan spent much of the next few years touring the world with Electropop band Dragonette. When The New Deal returned to stages in 2014 they brought on board a new drummer in Dragonette’s Joel Stouffer. For three years, Dan, Jamie, and Joel enjoyed another successful round of touring and recording, and i

Join is for the BEST Latin Dance Night in the Four Corners! Hot beats, fun atmosphere, dancing, cold drinks, great vibes!!

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

What if 2020 is the year we look back and REALize our future? A first of its kind symposium - where Real people, share Real intelligence, with Real food to discuss Artificial Social Environments, Artificial Intelligence and what it is really doing to reality so we can get back to being Real again.   A Real (Device-Free) Social Hour, followed by three brief thought-provoking talks, and open audience discussion. Event space limited. This event is not suitable for children.   THE SPEAKERS:  • It Is Time To Reverse Idiot Ourselves...Before It Is Too Late.   Nancy Brockman, Creative Marketing Expert   • Could Nature Be Our Next Technology Disruptor?   Sue Dreamweaver Spielman, Renewable Wisdom Keeper and Technologist   • The Childs Mind at Risk - Future Leaders in An AI World   Jill Demers-Garland, Entrepreneur, Mentor, Educator, Mother of 3   COST: $30 per person Includes appetizers, cash bar and speakers.

Hosted by Durango Nordic Ski Club!   Four epic and consecutive Wednesdays for skiers, fat bikers, and snowshoers at the base of Purgatory.    Registration opens at 5:00 p.m. at Purgy&aposs. Headlamps required for all racers. Helmets required for bikers.

Come join us! Weekly prizes!

Come on up to the Balcony for some GAME OF THRONES TRIVIA! We will have some awesome drink and food specials and it’ll be a really fun night of trivia!

Seeking local musicians, comedians and poets to join us for Open Mic Night at The Roost every Wednesday. Sign up is at 7:30pm and performances begin at 8:00. All performers will receive a free drink. We have limited space for full bands, so please limit music to acoustic or please contact us to arrange anything else

Reggae Night with Grammy Award Winning Morgan Heritage, Niceness, and M.C. Rasta Stevie    Early show!! Doors 7:00pm  $25/$30/18+  Website: www.morganheritagemusic.com  Social Media Links:  https://www.facebook.com/morganheritage  http://instagram.com/morganheritage  https://twitter.com/morganheritage  https://www.youtube.com/user/MorganHeritageTv  LOYALTY - Morgan Heritage  CTBC Music Group  Their brand new album ‘LOYALTY’ was created across several continents and completed in an unorthodox fashion with the three brothers all in different locations - Mojo in Kenya focusing on the group’s philanthropic efforts, Gramps traveling the world healing people with the Masya CBD products created by his wife Dr Annabelle Manalo and Peetah in Miami anchoring the production. This meant utilising technology to bring them together in one studio to orchestrate the finishing touches to their new masterpiece. ‘LOYALTY’ is the trio’s twelfth studio album and is set for release August 2019 on their CTBC Music Group (Cool To Be Conscious Music Group) label.   Morgan Heritage are known worldwide for their riveting stage presence and exciting showmanship, so it is no surprise that the Royal Family of Reggae will trek globally from Africa to Europe, North to South America and beyond during 2019 and 2020. The itinerary not only embodies the group’s global citizenship but is a testament to the siblings embrace of unifying cultures that is prominent in their music, with the brothers stating: “The new album showcases the universal state of Reggae and Jamaican music today. Our music is not one dimensional and we’re not loyal to one dimension of the music, rather we’re loyal to our genre.”   Personified by an impressive discography with each release displaying the eclectic fusion of sounds that have influenced each member, including Reggae, Rock, Hip-Hop, Jazz, RnB, and Afrobeat, the common thread throughout has been authentic original Reggae. ‘LOYALTY’ can certainly be defined as a globetrotting work of art and offers 16 diverse songs produced by Morgan Heritage with co-production from fellow GRAMMY award winners such as Jerry Wonda, Jason “J-Vibe” Farmer, Shane Brown and Aston Barrett Jr amongst others. The album also features star studded appearances from award winning African superstars Diamond Platnumz, Stonebwoy, Patoranking, Reggae Rock stars Pepper and Iration, Dancehall sensation Popcaan, plus the voice of Emmy Award winning journalist and broadcaster Jeff Koinange on the album intro track.   ‘LOYALTY’ truly delivers the nostalgic Morgan Heritage sound that fans recognize as ‘Rockaz’. The outstanding production embrace instrumental breaks that allow individual artists to shine

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

The Durango Friends of the Arts will hold a membership meeting from 10:00 a.m. to noon on January 16th in the Sunlight Room at the Community Rec Center, 2700 Main Ave. After a brief business meeting, well known journalist and community storyteller Ann Butler will present a special program, “Going out in Style.” Death through the Lens of Art and Words. She will be joined by political cartoonist and art historian Judith Reynolds. The lighthearted program will explore the history of death, the philosophy of dying, death in art, obituaries and obit cartoons . Please join us for this fascinating look at the not-so-Grim Reaper. Open to the public. (512)517-5619.

Stop by Sorrel Sky Gallery on Thursdays from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm and enjoy the sounds of gypsy jazz music from JR Cook and Mark Simmons. AND… while you are here, take a look at the work of our world-class artists! Each Thursday starting January 9, through February 27, 2020.

70s Folk Rock. $4 mainline pints.

Our Open Fly Tying Night is for any and all interested in fly tying.   Bring your own tools, materials, supplies, snacks, beverages and just tie! Although this is not an instruction night, there will still be plenty of learning from each other. This is a meeting of the minds: an excuse to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have some fun with fellow tiers. If you’ve got an upcoming saltwater trip and some patterns you want to take…great!   This is a FREE event for who want to hang out and tie with other tiers. Equipment and materials will not be provided but we may be able to accommodate a few items or a vice if necessary.

Eno's Weekly Open Mic Night is happening from 6-8pm! Come with your guitar, your voice, some friends, or just you and listen to some local artists!

Get ready to flex those memory muscles at Powerhouse Trivia from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Sponsored by Carver Brewing, our trivia consists of four rounds of questions and always includes one scientific round. Assemble your team or come solo and join one, get focused with a few local brews, and compete against some of the brightest minds around. $5 suggested team donations.

Have you been considering entering your images in an exhibit or competition but aren’t sure about printing and material options? In a continuing series following November’s program, Putting on a Gallery Show (an overview of calls for entry and contracts to curating, printing, pricing, and marketing) and a display of giclée prints on various fine art papers, DPC member Wink Winkler will discuss printing and framing resources, both local and online.   Image Share for January will be a competition. No theme this time. Images will be numbered at check-in, then displayed at the start of Image Share. Voting slips will be collected and tallied, and the People’s Choice winner’s name will be announced. If time permits, we’ll cycle through the images and reveal all the competitors’ names.

Come play Beer Bingo every Thursday Night at The Roost for your chance to win great prizes! There will be swag giveaways and some prizes include free drink and food to Cuckoo's Chicken House, The Roost and Animas City Theatre!

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Live music from 6-8pm in The Tasting Room

The Backcountry Film Festival is coming to Durango on January 17! Hosted by Durango Nature Studies, the Backcountry Film Festival is a celebration of the human-powered experience and a gathering place for the backcountry snowsports community. The Backcountry Film Festival, produced by the Winter Wildlands Alliance, provides financial support for DNS&apos winter education programs.

Wild Country playing classic and new country favorites... at The Wild Horse!

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Lawrence Broadway, an experienced shop steward will demonstrate the safe use of all of the shop equipment. New members are strongly encouraged to attend, and any member who is learning a new interest area or just wants a refresher training, should also take advantage of this free demonstration. This is also a great place for anyone who wants to become a shop steward to become more familiar with the equipment.

Theme: #WomenRising2020 Come celebrate the 100th Anniversary of womens&apos right to vote!   Meet in front of Durango Train Station at 10:30 am, march starts at 11 am. All are welcome at this free, family friendly event. Please bring a positive sign. March up Main Ave (or come cheer us on) to Buckley Park to hear 5 insightful speakers. Warm drinks provided.   Co-sponsored by Indivisible Durango, Planned Parenthood, and Unitarian Universalist Church."

Basic Entomology will cover the 4 major bug groups that are found in our local waterways. How to identify each type of insect and times of year that they hatch as well as the lifecycle of the different types of insects. We will also cover various fly patterns that represent the different life cycles of each type. Stop in and learn all about choosing the right flies to catch trout! No charge for this event.

Seven Rivers Saturday Night Entertainment Presents: Kirk James

Local musician Matt Rupnow performs at Eno, so come in for a great glass of wine accompanied by some wonderful live music!

Wild Country playing classic and new country favorites... at The Wild Horse!

Black Violin – featuring Wilner Wil Be Baptiste (viola) and Kevin Kev Marcus Sylvester (violin) – is a blend of classical, hip-hop, rock, R&B and bluegrass music, resulting in a unique, generation-defying, groundbreaking sound.

Bring your instrument and join in or watch the live entertainment! Kids eat half price all day

$14/$18  Doors 12:30pm  Show 12:55pm   The Bolshoi presents the famous star-crossed lovers from Shakespeare’s most tragic love story set to Prokofiev’s cinematic score.

Calling ALL dancers, performers, acrobats and artists!!! OPEN "auditions" for our spring dance production! No experience necessary, anyone can join including those who are not FLC students! We love to see new faces so tell your friends!    Our "auditions" will mostly be a chance for us to meet and dance together a bit, no pressure. Everyone has the opportunity to sign up for classes that interest them and everyone will make it into at least one dance!   Please plan to arrive a little early to check in.   Please wear clothes you feel comfortable dancing and moving in. We will be doing group stretches before we start, but if you would like to do your own stretches, feel free to!

Peter and the Wolf (petting zoo one hour before the show)

Blue Moon Ramblers playing traditional bluegrass to newgrass, western to country classics, and Americana/folk favorites.

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Powder Hounds Art Auction is a month long on-going silent auction of snowboard art by local artists. The 20 art boards will be displayed at various locations in and around Durango for the public to view and are available to bid on online at www.powderhoundsart.com.    Boards begin at a minimum bid of $100 and 100% of the proceeds will benefit LPCHS. We will be introducing "Buy it Now" pricing for each board this year.    A curated show will take place at Durango Art Center on Friday, January 10th - Sunday, January 12th!

Beat your case of the Mondays with a yoga session, hosted by our favorite yogi, and complementary pint. $10 = 1 hour yoga and 1 pint of beer. Yoga first. Please bring your mat.

Gather with friends, put on a smock, and lighten up a bit as you are walked step-by-step through the brush strokes of the night. Join us for a paint night with Heather Freeman.

Learn the basic steps, essentials of how to lead and follow, fundamental turns and some basic combinations you can use on the dance floor. Each week of this 6 week series builds on the lesson from the week before so be sure to clear your schedule for Monday evenings for the entire series. We strongly recommend you plan to miss no more than one session. This class is a prerequisite for the Swing 2 series.

The studio will be open for dance practice immediately following the 6:30 pm swing class for a $5 donation. We will play music based on consensus of the participants. Instructors will be available for pointers or for getting through stuck spots on an individual basis.

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Zumba Gold ® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available. *Class runs from 9:30-10:15 AM

Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you&aposll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise..... A total workout combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome! Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. *Class runs from 1:15-2:15

Our Fly Tying 201 continues on the foundations built in our 101 class with more intermediate techniques. This class assumes that you already know the basic techniques such as starting a fly, wrapping thread, attaching and wrapping materials, and tying off a fly. Providing expert instruction with all tools/materials supplied, you will expand your fly tying skills to be able to tie a variety of nymphs and dry flies.   Any flies tied by you are yours to take home and use yourself!   The cost for this class is $75 and pre-registration is required as spots are limited. Please give us a call at 970-385-4081 to reserve a spot!

This trivia platform will be fun and friendly for the younger Durango crowd. Come challenge your minds, have some great food and drinks and win some great prizes that include Gift Cards to The Roost, Cuckoos and Animas City Theatre! Less

Imagine if talking about sex was celebrated rather than whispered.   Join Erin Brandt, owner of Birds and Bees, for a discussion on how consent can be used as a tool of pleasure.   Opportunities to ask questions anonymously will be provided.    Ages 17+  

Returning to Durango by popular demand, Choir of Man features a high-paced show of entertainment that combines live music and foot stomping choreography from nine “ordinary guys” who perform everything from sing-along classics to classic rock. Envision the greatest pub gig ever seen and multiply it by 10. There’s something for everyone in what is revered as a joyous and uplifting show for all ages. Noted Broadway Baby, “A feast for the senses, Choir of Man will have you dancing down the aisles.”

Join is for the BEST Latin Dance Night in the Four Corners! Hot beats, fun atmosphere, dancing, cold drinks, great vibes!!

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Zumba Gold ® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. *Class runs from 3:15-4:15

Hosted by Durango Nordic Ski Club!   Four epic and consecutive Wednesdays for skiers, fat bikers, and snowshoers at the base of Purgatory.    Registration opens at 5:00 p.m. at Purgy&aposs. Headlamps required for all racers. Helmets required for bikers.

Durango Diaries is The Durango Herald's in-person storytelling event.    Three local comics will share stories about how they got into the business and what it’s like to be funny.   Storytellers for this session include:   Wes Stein is the founder of Comedy Showcase Durango and the host of Next Best Comic of the Four Corners. He has produced shows with popular headliner comics, hosted and emceed events around the country and is featured on the album “Durango Is Funny” available on iTunes and Spotify.    Kate McLachlan is a comedian based out of Durango and is the winner of 2018's Next Best Comic of the Four Corners and the loser of Comedian's Power Hour, which is a drinking competition so it's not that big of a deal. She is a student and bartender, which makes her very unique in Durango.    Ryan McCardell hosts Laugh Therapy at the Irish Embassy, which was created in an effort to provide a therapeutic outlet for both performers and audience members to cope with the stress of life. He has also twice competed in the regional Next Best Comic of the Four Corners.

Come join us! Weekly prizes!

Seeking local musicians, comedians and poets to join us for Open Mic Night at The Roost every Wednesday. Sign up is at 7:30pm and performances begin at 8:00. All performers will receive a free drink. We have limited space for full bands, so please limit music to acoustic or please contact us to arrange anything else

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Learn to navigate the steps to start your specific business. Learn from experienced professionals in the fields of Business Planning, Finance Options, Marketing, Legal Structure and Taxes. Gain valuable, local resources.    Free - Confidential, One-on-one private counseling sessions available.

A different workout every time, this energizing class consists of aerobic intervals to improve cardiovascular endurance combined with strength training intervals, core and balance work. Equipment provided, please bring a yoga mat for floor exercises. Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available.

Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise..... A total workout combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome! Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. *Class runs from 1:15-2:15

Stop by Sorrel Sky Gallery on Thursdays from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm and enjoy the sounds of gypsy jazz music from JR Cook and Mark Simmons. AND… while you are here, take a look at the work of our world-class artists! Each Thursday starting January 9, through February 27, 2020.

Local Rock/Blues/Jazz. $4 mainline pints. Specials from The Container.

Conservation Colorado and the Colorado Outdoor Business Alliance invite you to hear from a panel of local business owners, farmers, scientists, and water managers on innovative water conservation projects that curb our water use and build drought resilience.   Free food (Mexican food, vegetarian choices available) and Drinks (donated by brewery, non-alcoholic options available).    5:30pm doors, 6pm-8pm event.

Eno's Weekly Open Mic Night is happening from 6-8pm! Come with your guitar, your voice, some friends, or just you and listen to some local artists!

Returning once again to Durango, the widely popular Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats will astound and amaze as the troupe delivers, as the New York Post reported, “… beautifully choreographed routines showcasing their amazing skills and physicality, accompanied by a musical score of traditional Chinese music filtered through a New Age sensibility… Juggling everything from umbrellas to soccer balls – and with props as varied as ladders and giant spinning wheels – the performers show just why they’re world-famous.”

Come play Beer Bingo every Thursday Night at The Roost for your chance to win great prizes! There will be swag giveaways and some prizes include free drink and food to Cuckoo's Chicken House, The Roost and Animas City Theatre!

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Zumba Gold ® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available. *Class runs from 9:30-10:15 AM

THE NEW YEAR SACRED PSOAS RETREAT  This illuminating and uplifting retreat starts on Friday evening and continues on Saturday to set the tone for a truly transformational experience. I’m thrilled to share with you a new paradigm in healing body-mind-spirit rooted in ancient yoga therapeutics and breath work, as well as, leading edge work in neuropsychology, spiritual awakening, and healing “Gaia” planetary principles.   Enjoy gentle, therapeutic yoga modified for all ages, shapes, and abilities. Learn liberating breath work and mindful movement cultivating profound embodied presence. Release your psoas “muscle of the soul” to enhance freedom, function, flexibility and ease in your body again.   Discover how your posture is actually a “shape” and learn how to “re-shape” your self for deep healing and enhanced vitality. Delve into emotional authenticity exercises and body oriented inquiry designed to free your body-mind-spirit of trapped energy and old limitations.   SET YOUR INTENTIONS FOR THE NEW YEAR AND EMBODY MORE GRACE, PEACE, EASE, AND JOY AS YOU EMBRACE TRUE HOPE FOR HEALING AND AWAKENING.   Register today! This retreat is sure to fill as space is limited to 15.

Live music from 6-8pm in The Tasting Room

The Community Foundation serving SW CO is bringing in Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind person to summit Mt. Everest, as our next Making a Difference speaker. He is an athlete, adventurer, motivational speaker and best-selling author of No Barriers: A Blind Man’s Journey to Kayak the Grand Canyon. Join us to hear his inspiring story.

Desert Thunder playing classic and new country at The Wild Horse! Dance away!!

Electro Soul / Future Funk / Hip Hop Producer & Live Guitarist   $12/$15/18+   Tickets available at the Animas City Theatre, Animas Trading Company, and online at www.animascitytheatre.com   http://www.marvelyearsmusic.com  https://www.facebook.com/MarvelYears/  https://www.open.spotify.com/artist/6X2cD6Y4zRNwn8ZkYPHKe6  https://www.soundcloud.com/marvel-years-official https://www.instagram.com/marvelyears/<b r> https://www.twitter.com/marvelyears  http://www.youtube.com/c/marvelyears   Marvel Years Bio  Cory Wythe, the producer and guitarist better known as Marvel Years, has found a welcome place for himself within the increasingly popular glitch-hop / electro-soul dance music scene. In just a short period of time, his progression has become outright impossible to ignore. Much more than your average DJ/producer, Marvel Years incorporates electric guitar in his live performances. His approach to blending electronic beats and shredding soulful guitar on his original tracks and remixes creates a sound that is a unique hybrid of EDM combing glitch, retro-funk, classic rock, soul, jazz and hip-hop. “Classic rock has been a huge influence on me,” Wythe explains. “I love breathing new life into those older songs. I think that’s a good medium for bringing new listeners into my music because they can relate to that stuff. I improvise (on live guitar) over a lot of my stuff.”   Follow Marvel Years official Spotify playlist #TurnItLoose here: http://spoti.fi/2uSHKNA   “If Vermont-based artist Marvel Years, AKA Cory Wythe, isn’t on your list of artists to watch yet, now is definitely the time to add him to it. The producer and live guitarist tastefully blends elements of classic rock, electronic, funk, jazz and more into soulful creations that exude energy with each release.” - ThisSongIsSick.com   “Cory Wythe does not have a ceiling when it comes to the art of remixing, as he is known for taking natural classics and turning them into burning supernovae that no human can fight the urge to let go and dance their asses off.” – The Untz

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective’s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

THE NEW YEAR SACRED PSOAS RETREAT  This illuminating and uplifting retreat starts on Friday evening and continues on Saturday to set the tone for a truly transformational experience. I’m thrilled to share with you a new paradigm in healing body-mind-spirit rooted in ancient yoga therapeutics and breath work, as well as, leading edge work in neuropsychology, spiritual awakening, and healing “Gaia” planetary principles.   Enjoy gentle, therapeutic yoga modified for all ages, shapes, and abilities. Learn liberating breath work and mindful movement cultivating profound embodied presence. Release your psoas “muscle of the soul” to enhance freedom, function, flexibility and ease in your body again.   Discover how your posture is actually a “shape” and learn how to “re-shape” your self for deep healing and enhanced vitality. Delve into emotional authenticity exercises and body oriented inquiry designed to free your body-mind-spirit of trapped energy and old limitations.   SET YOUR INTENTIONS FOR THE NEW YEAR AND EMBODY MORE GRACE, PEACE, EASE, AND JOY AS YOU EMBRACE TRUE HOPE FOR HEALING AND AWAKENING.   Register today! This retreat is sure to fill as space is limited to 15.

$14/18  Doors 10:30am  Show 11:00am   Broadcast live from The Old Vic in London, Academy Award-winner Sally Field (Steel Magnolias, Brothers & Sisters) and Bill Pullman (The Sinner, Independence Day) star in Arthur Miller’s blistering drama All My Sons.   America, 1947. Despite hard choices and even harder knocks, Joe and Kate Keller are a success story. They have built a home, raised two sons and established a thriving business.   But nothing lasts forever and their contented lives, already shadowed by the loss of their eldest boy to war, are about to shatter. With the return of a figure from the past, long buried truths are forced to the surface and the price of their American dream is laid bare.   Jeremy Herrin (NT Live: This House) directs the cast, which also includes Jenna Coleman (Victoria), and Colin Morgan (Merlin) alongside Bessie Carter, Oliver Johnstone, Kayla Meikle and Sule Rimi.

Our Fly Fishing 101 class is based on the Orvis 101 Fly Fishing class and is free to attend. Please call or stop by the shop to sign up.   Learn all the basics to get you out on the water. Instruction in gear needed, knots, basic fly selection and casting instruction. Everything you need to get out on the water and give fly fishing a try.   Call us at 970-385-4081. There is no cost for the 101 class.

The MakerLab at the Powerhouse in Durango presents a make your own rock band t-shirt clinic from 3:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. on Saturday January 25, 2020. People of all ages will be able to make a rock band t-shirt. The $15 entry includes a t-shirt and everything needed to create a personalized shirt just in time for Snowdown. Please RSVP with T-shirt sizes and number of attendees by Tuesday, January 21 to events@powsci.org. Cash bar available

Seven Rivers Saturday Night Entertainment Presents: Robbie Pepper

Come in for a night of standard Jazz tunes performed by a handful of local artists!

Desert Thunder playing classic and new country at The Wild Horse! Dance away!!

Bring your instrument and join in or watch the live entertainment! Kids eat half price all day

$14/$18  Doors 12:30pm  Show 1:00pm   Broadcast live from The Old Vic in London, Academy Award-winner Sally Field (Steel Magnolias, Brothers & Sisters) and Bill Pullman (The Sinner, Independence Day) star in Arthur Miller’s blistering drama All My Sons.   America, 1947. Despite hard choices and even harder knocks, Joe and Kate Keller are a success story. They have built a home, raised two sons and established a thriving business.   But nothing lasts forever and their contented lives, already shadowed by the loss of their eldest boy to war, are about to shatter. With the return of a figure from the past, long buried truths are forced to the surface and the price of their American dream is laid bare.   Jeremy Herrin (NT Live: This House) directs the cast, which also includes Jenna Coleman (Victoria), and Colin Morgan (Merlin) alongside Bessie Carter, Oliver Johnstone, Kayla Meikle and Sule Rimi.

Blue Moon Ramblers playing bluegrass and Americana favorites at The Belle!

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective´s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Get a total body workout that focuses on tightening and toning with intervals of cardio and strength training. Exercises will use body weight and resistance bands (provided). Please bring a yoga mat for floor exercises. $10/class. Punch cards available

Powder Hounds Art Auction is a month long on-going silent auction of snowboard art by local artists. The 20 art boards will be displayed at various locations in and around Durango for the public to view and are available to bid on online at www.powderhoundsart.com.    Boards begin at a minimum bid of $100 and 100% of the proceeds will benefit LPCHS. We will be introducing "Buy it Now" pricing for each board this year.    A curated show will take place at Durango Art Center on Friday, January 10th - Sunday, January 12th!

Beat your case of the Mondays with a yoga session, hosted by our favorite yogi, and complementary pint. $10 = 1 hour yoga and 1 pint of beer. Yoga first. Please bring your mat.

Every Monday and Wednesday night, Durango Shin-Budo Kai offers a 2-hour Aikido class open to advanced, intermediate, and beginning practitioners. Discover a fun, challenging, and counter-intuitive martial art that teaches how to diffuse conflict or violence without adding conflict or violence. People across the age- and gender-spectrums are able and welcome to practice this transformative art. Wear a gi or comfortable, loose workout clothing.

Learn the basic steps, essentials of how to lead and follow, fundamental turns and some basic combinations you can use on the dance floor. Each week of this 6 week series builds on the lesson from the week before so be sure to clear your schedule for Monday evenings for the entire series. We strongly recommend you plan to miss no more than one session. This class is a prerequisite for the Swing 2 series.

The studio will be open for dance practice immediately following the 6:30 pm swing class for a $5 donation. We will play music based on consensus of the participants. Instructors will be available for pointers or for getting through stuck spots on an individual basis.

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective´s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

Zumba Gold® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available. *Class runs from 9:30-10:15 AM

The Great Decisions Durango discussion group will meet at the Durango Public Library from 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. to discuss “Climate Change and the Global Order." Moderator Guinn Unger will present background materials and a film by the Foreign Policy Association, and lead participants in a discussion of the issues. The public is invited to attend this free discussion and participants are encouraged to bring a sack lunch.

The shop is a creative environment where other lapidary and jewelry artists generously share their knowledge, experience, techniques, and ideas. It is advisable to bring your own materials and hand tools if you have them. The Club offers an excellent variety of motorized tools, hand tools, and even some rough stone you may use to hone new skills.    Drop-ins and new members welcome. Experience is not necessary, however it is strongly recommended that new members attend a Shop Orientation that is held at 9:00 on the first Saturday of every month.    Anyone is welcome to join the Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club! Annual Membership fees are $30 per year for individuals and $45 per year for families (covers one or two adults and any children under 18 living in the same household)

Zumba® Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why?Zumba®?Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise..... A total workout combining all elements of fitness ? cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome! Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. *Class runs from 1:15-2:15

A night of themed Trivia based around the popular television series, Friends! Come on down and test your knowledge while enjoying a drink at Eno! Winner receives a $20 gift certificate!

This trivia platform will be fun and friendly for the younger Durango crowd. Come challenge your minds, have some great food and drinks and win some great prizes that include Gift Cards to The Roost, Cuckoos and Animas City Theatre! Less

The shop is a creative environment where other lapidary and jewelry artists generously share their knowledge, experience, techniques, and ideas. It is advisable to bring your own materials and hand tools if you have them. The Club offers an excellent variety of motorized tools, hand tools, and even some rough stone you may use to hone new skills.    Drop-ins and new members welcome. Experience is not necessary, however it is strongly recommended that new members attend a Shop Orientation that is held at 9:00 on the first Saturday of every month.    Anyone is welcome to join the Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club! Annual Membership fees are $30 per year for individuals and $45 per year for families (covers one or two adults and any children under 18 living in the same household)

Kitchen Dwellers with special guest to be announced  $15/$18/18+  Tickets: Animas City Theatre, Animas Trading Company, www.animascitytheatre.com   Facebook: ?https://www.facebook.com/Kitchen.dwellers  Instagram: ?https://www.instagram.com/kitchendwellers  SoundCloud: ?https://soundcloud.com/kitchen­dwellers  Twitter: ?https://twitter.com/Dwellergrass  Bands In Town: http://www.bandsintown.com/KitchenDwellers  Website: http://?www.kitchendwellers.com   Kitchen Dwellers Bio  "This all started as a series of jam sessions in the kitchen,” says Joe Funk, bassist for the breakout progressive bluegrass band Kitchen Dwellers. “We were getting together to play covers and traditional music and old-time tunes for fun after school, and everything else just really evolved from there.”   For Kitchen Dwellers, "everything else,” as Funk so modestly puts it, has been nothing short of remarkable. In the near decade they’ve been together, the Montana-based four-piece has performed for thousands at Red Rocks, shared bills with the likes of Railroad Earth, The Infamous String Dusters, and Twiddle, graced festival stages from Northwest String Summit to WinterWonderGrass, and transcended traditional genre boundaries, blending virtuosic bluegrass wizardry with ecstatic rock and roll energy and adventurous psychedelia. With their spectacular new album, ‘Muir Maid,’ the group has come fully into their own, seamlessly blending the past, present, and future of string band music to create their most daring and collaborative work yet.   “This is the first record with all four of us contributing to the writing together,” says guitarist Max Davies, “and the songs really reflect that. You can hear each of our different backgrounds and influences in the music, and you can also hear how much we’ve grown in the last few years, both as individuals and as a band.” While much of that growth can be traced to the group’s relentless tour schedule, they’re also quick to credit the influence of The Infamous Stringdusters’ Chris Pandolfi, who produced ‘Muir Maid’ and helped the band reach new heights in the studio and beyond. “We call it The Panda Effect,” says banjo player Torrin Daniels. “Just by hanging out with a musician like Chris, you absorb what he says and how he approaches songs, and all of the sudden you’re a better musician for it.”   ‘Muir Maid’ follows Kitchen Dwellers’ acclaimed 2017 LP, ‘Ghost In The Bottle,’ which was produced by Leftover Salmon’s Andy Thorn and featured a slew of special guests, including Little Feat’s Bill Payne and Greensky Bluegrass’s Anders Beck.

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective´s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

The shop is a creative environment where other lapidary and jewelry artists generously share their knowledge, experience, techniques, and ideas. It is advisable to bring your own materials and hand tools if you have them. The Club offers an excellent variety of motorized tools, hand tools, and even some rough stone you may use to hone new skills.    Drop-ins and new members welcome. Experience is not necessary, however it is strongly recommended that new members attend a Shop Orientation that is held at 9:00 on the first Saturday of every month.    Anyone is welcome to join the Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club! Annual Membership fees are $30 per year for individuals and $45 per year for families (covers one or two adults and any children under 18 living in the same household)

COLORADO'S PREMIER WINTER CELEBRATION   JANUARY 29 - FEBRUARY 2, 2020

Happy SNOWDOWN 202O Durango!    Get ready for 'Rock of Ages' by getting some...Hair Tinsel! Bling String: Hair Tinsel by Ashley Garcia will be blinging out some serious Hair Tinsel!    Stop on by to get ready for this years theme, because nothing screams rock and roll like some fresh tinsel locks! Perfect for any costume to stand out and sparkle. Hope to see you there!

Zumba Gold® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available. *Class runs from 9:30-10:15 AM

Looking for a fun challenge for the younger rocker stars? See how tall you can build a freestanding tower of only index cards in 5 minutes, topped by a small Dixie cup, all cards & cups supplied by Office Depot. (Note: folding, tearing, and crumpling all allowed. (However No using any scissors, blades, tape, glue, tape, staples or paperclips. etc.). Ages-Kids: 1st graders to Senior high students* Note: An Adult must accompany all teams and a parent signed permission for all participants. Teams make up: individual up to 5 members. Complete event rules, event location conditions and additional info may be picked up at the Durango Office Depot Store. *Competitors must be under 18.    Event Coordinators: Steve (DownTown) Brown, Travis Smith and Joe Pope 317-5479  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st, 2nd and 3rd for Elementary, Middle and High school age groups, one prize for Best SNOWDOWN 2020 costume will be awarded

Teens and Tweens come and design customized guitar picks! Use them to strum your favorite tunes or create a wearable piece with our jewelry making supplies!   Event Coordinator: Corinna Manion 375-3385  Entry Cost: FREE

Compete in a time trial competition to prove who is the most Rockin’ Mom or Dad out there - child not required! Competitors (adults only) will walk across a medley of lego pieces barefoot for the chance to win prizes and gift cards. Must be over 18+.   Event Coordinator: Carmen Drulis 749-7204  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 30 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st - $50 Ernie’s Gift Card, 2nd - $25 Ernie’s Gift Card, 3rd - $15 Ernie’s Gift Card

One of the most entertaining events of Snowdown!

The official SNOWDOWN 2020 Cocktail is chosen during this traditional event! Now in it's 42nd year since this celebration started! All cocktails will be judged on presentation and taste. You don't have to be a bartender to enter, but you must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Matthew McDermott 880-0214  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd - Bar Tabs!

Hosted by Durango Nordic Ski Club!   Four epic and consecutive Wednesdays for skiers, fat bikers, and snowshoers at the base of Purgatory.    Registration opens at 5:00 p.m. at Purgy&aposs. Headlamps required for all racers. Helmets required for bikers.

Time once again to get out your cribbage board and sign up for this event! Regular 6-card play, single elimination. Bring boards if you have them. Cards provided. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Audrey Harris 247-2296  Entry Cost: $8  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: Cash prizes for first 3 places, small prizes for other players

Hosted by Durango Adult Education Center, Spellebration is the one and only spelling showdown of SNOWDOWN! Teams of 3 compete to show off their spelling skills with cocktails and costumes in this fun adult spelling bee. Rockin prizes for each team. All ages, family friendly.   Event Coordinator: Kelly Quach 385-4354  Entry Cost: $250 per team  Entry Deadline: Monday Jan 27, 5 PM  Prizes: Grand Prize, 2nd, 3rd

Hosted by the FLC Cycling Team. SNOWDOWN's own bicycle event is gearing up its rollers! ‘Don't let the sound of your own wheels drive you crazy’... Head-to-head races on stationary indoor rollers at The Irish Embassy Pub. Contestants provide their own bicycles - with 700C front wheels. Furthest distance covered in 15 minutes wins. Categories: men 18-45, men 45+, women all ages, men and women under 18.   Event Coordinator: Ian Burnett 403-1200  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd each category

Local musician Matt Rupnow performs at Eno, so come in for a great glass of wine accompanied by some wonderful live music!

Every Monday and Wednesday night, Durango Shin-Budo Kai offers a 2-hour Aikido class open to advanced, intermediate, and beginning practitioners. Discover a fun, challenging, and counter-intuitive martial art that teaches how to diffuse conflict or violence without adding conflict or violence. People across the age- and gender-spectrums are able and welcome to practice this transformative art. Wear a gi or comfortable, loose workout clothing.

Two-person teams of partners are drawn from a random drawing. Double elimination tournament. Tournament starts at 6 PM or as soon as brackets are finished.   Event Coordinator: Joe Zuber 259-1375  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Registration Wednesday Jan 30, 5-5:30 PM  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for Teams and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for Costumes

Teams of two will play head to head in this double elimination 8-ball tournament alternating shots after every made ball. Cash prizes will be awarded. All ages are welcome.   Event Coordinator: Clinton Holnback 719-649-7263  Entry Cost: $20  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Beer trivia for the brave of heart that will also test your rock and roll roots! Test your beer trivia skills against some of the toughest competitors in the industry. Pre-registration encouraged! We have room for 8 teams of 4. No outside food or drink allowed. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Patrick Jose 259-2545  Entry Cost: $60 per team  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Hosted by Aiko Aiko Sound, this is SNOWDOWN'S oldest music trivia contest! Teams of 4 will test their knowledge of music trivia in a variety of musical genres, from Top 40 and heavy metal to classic Broadway show tunes! Finals will be held on Thursday Jan 30. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Dale Garland 769-2872  Entry Cost: $40 per team of 4  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Ping Pong has been the greatest non-video game pastime since 1909, so don't be a ding dong, go play some Ping Pong! Set it, serve it, smash it! Single elimination, regulation ping pong. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Matthew McDermott 880-0214  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Bar Tabs

Bring the whole family and join the Durango High School Orchestra (aka 'The Demon Strings') for a rockin' concert followed by a fun dinner and Rock n' Roll themed costume contest for kids 12 & under. This event is a great way to have fun with your family and help support the DHS Orchestra travel to Regional and State Orchestra competitions this spring. The admission price of $5 per person (kids 5 and under are free), gets you admission to the ‘Rock Stop & Roll’ concert, a dinner and dessert buffet, and a kids Rock n' Roll themed costume contest! Rock on! While it's 12 & under for the costume contest, the concert & dinner is open to all ages!   Event Coordinator: Molly Jensen 609-647-9565  Entry Cost: $5 per person  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: Every child under 12 who joins in the contest gets a prize, with the winner getting a $25 gift certificate to Kids Rock

A SNOWDOWN twist on the classic party game ‘Quarters.’ Teams of four will compete for the coveted Golden Ass Trophy! Limited to 12 teams, must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Carmen Drulis 749-7204  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Sign up begins Monday Jan 28, until time of event  Prizes: 1st - $50 Ernie's Gift Card & swag, 2nd - $30 Ernie's Gift Card & swag, 3rd - $20 Ernie's Gift Card & swag

One of the most entertaining events of Snowdown!

Seeking local musicians, comedians and poets to join us for Open Mic Night at The Roost every Wednesday. Sign up is at 7:30pm and performances begin at 8:00. All performers will receive a free drink. We have limited space for full bands, so please limit music to acoustic or please contact us to arrange anything else

Test your sports knowledge at Durango's home for sports. Teams up to 6 people. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Michele Redding 259-6322  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Come out, come out! Enter the Lip Sync - Solo or Group Acts, judging based on Best Performance and Crowd Favorite! Dance Party to follow! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Chip Lile 749-1816  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Best Overall, and Crowd Favorite

An original SNOWDOWN tradition, this hilarious event is older than rock and roll and funnier than TV! Come watch your favoite Jokedown joke-teller LIVE! ON STAGE! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Lisa Gibson 247-5440  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: Best Three-Minute Stand-up, Best Joke

You get to play doctor (so fun!) and Cavity Sam needs your help! Show off your rockin' operating skills but don't get buzzed! Sign up 15 minutes prior to event.   Event Coordinator: Sarah Donaldson 403-1200  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Wednesday, Jan 29 7:45 PM  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

In full costume, contestants will be judged on time, style, and crowd amusement during each ride on the mechanical bull. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Amber Morris 405-245-9968  Entry Cost: $5  Prizes: 1st, Male & Female, Wild Horse Gift Cards & Merchandise 

Durango's own homegrown game! Single elimination tournament of this exciting, fast paced dice board game. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Matthew McDermott 970-880-0214  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd - Bar Tabs!

‘It's a race, it's a chase, hurry up and feed their faces; Who will win? No one knows! Feed the hungry hip-ip-pos; Hungry hungry hippos! (open up and there it goes!).’ If you remember this jingle, you rember how to play Hungry Hippos! Sign up early to get in on this hugely popular event! Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Sarah Donaldson 403-1200  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 15 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

A contest to determine best DJ and MC in Durango. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Rick Carney 749-7231  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: Best DJ, Best MC

Exhibit run: December 5, 2019—January 30, 2020   The public is invited to the opening reception for the Looking Glass Collective´s winter art show at the Smiley Café Gallery, Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM. Meet the artists and see their work in oil, pastel and watercolor. All paintings are for sale with 30% of sales going to Durango’s Local First’s efforts to establish a Creative District in Durango. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The show continues through January 30, 2020. The Looking Glass Collective consists of twenty artists who meet monthly to critique one another’s work. The collective also creates opportunities for exhibits such as the yearly show at Smiley, exhibits for non-profits like San Juan Citizens Alliance and shows at local businesses. The artists have all been juried into multiple national shows; many have won awards. Looking Glass Collective artists participating in this year’s show are: Linda Bonds, Emma French, Sue Giddings, Sandra Heller, Yvonne Holland, Rosemary Juskevich, Rebecca Koeppen, Betsy Krill, Annette LeMaire, Juanita Nelson, Cheryl Roberts, Pat Smiley, Ann Stringfellow, Dinah Swan and Lorraine Trenholm.

A different workout every time, this energizing class consists of aerobic intervals to improve cardiovascular endurance combined with strength training intervals, core and balance work. Equipment provided, please bring a yoga mat for floor exercises. Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available.

The shop is a creative environment where other lapidary and jewelry artists generously share their knowledge, experience, techniques, and ideas. It is advisable to bring your own materials and hand tools if you have them. The Club offers an excellent variety of motorized tools, hand tools, and even some rough stone you may use to hone new skills.    Drop-ins and new members welcome. Experience is not necessary, however it is strongly recommended that new members attend a Shop Orientation that is held at 9:00 on the first Saturday of every month.    Anyone is welcome to join the Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club! Annual Membership fees are $30 per year for individuals and $45 per year for families (covers one or two adults and any children under 18 living in the same household)

Rock N' Roll your way to the Radio 101 Warming Hut for a morning treat and a chance to win a pair of 2020 SNOWDOWN Follies Tickets! Test your skills at ‘Pin the Lips on Jagger’ - after a quick spin wearing a blindfold, try your best to hit the mark and pin the lips on Mic Jagger. The top 3 placements will be awarded prizes, with first place winning a pair of 2020 SNOWDOWN Follies tickets! It can get mighty chilly rocking from event to event, so come on in and warm up with a specialty drink and try your luck. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Kristin Dills 259-4444  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, with SNOWDOWN Follies tickets for the winner!

Join us for a hilarious outdoor game of throwing rubber chickens at a chicken bucket target. Teams of four will compete to have the lowest score at the end of our Chickin Flickin' course. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Susan Hupp 303-875-9134  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 30 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd and 3rd

This game is similar to the TV classic, but with a SNOWDOWN 2020 flair! Four 4-person teams will compete for the top prize! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Scott Wells 247-2018  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 30 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd

Zumba® Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why?Zumba®?Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise..... A total workout combining all elements of fitness ? cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome! Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. *Class runs from 1:15-2:15

Each contestant does a timed lap around the balcony on a Big Wheel! Hopefully, the required helmet won't mess up your costume! Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Allison Wall 422-8008  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 60 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Competitors will compete in a tournament-style set of races riding tricycles around a special track for prizes and gift cards. Awards at 6 PM. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Carmen Drulis 749-7204  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st - Medal & $30 Ernie's Gift Card w/swag, 2nd - Medal & $20 Ernie's Gift Card w/swag, 3rd - Medal & $10 Ernie's Gift Card w/swag.

Stop by Sorrel Sky Gallery on Thursdays from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm and enjoy the sounds of gypsy jazz music from JR Cook and Mark Simmons. AND… while you are here, take a look at the work of our world-class artists! Each Thursday starting January 9, through February 27, 2020.

A making, tinkering and experimenting event for all ages as you are invited to make your own rockin' musical instrument with our Science Center and MakerLab experts. All ages welcome!   Event Coordinator: Wayne LaBar 201-499-7818  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event

Hosted by Fort Lewis College. Nerd alert! Join fellow knowledge junkies for the esteemed Fort Lewis College Trivia Showdown. Bring your A-game and get ready to slay questions in a range of topics! Brought to you by the Quiz Masters of Durango’s higher-learning institution. Alumni, students and general public welcome.    Must be 18+.  Event Coordinator: Lorraine Taylor 247-7344  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes!

Hosted by Cuckoo's Chicken House. Can you handle the heat? Drop by Cuckoo's for a full set of rules and to sign up as early as Jan 22. Limited to first 20 entries. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Michele Redding 259-6322  Entry Cost: $8  Entry Deadline: 15 mintutes before event, pre-registration available.  Prizes: 1st - Pound of wings a month for a year, 2nd - Pound of wings a month for 6 months, 3rd - T-shirt

Did you know, a man named Colin Shirlow, aka The Oyster King, holds the Guinness World Record for oyster eating? In 2005, he ate 233 oysters in just three minutes! How many oysters can you slurp down in 1 minute? Men’s and Women’s categories.   Event Coordinator: Chuck Norton 749-1414  Entry Cost: $20 paid in advance  Entry Deadline: Must sign up the day before event. Contestants must arrive 15 minutes before event.  Prizes: Men and Women, 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Contestants will listen to short (3-20 second) clips of songs before the music stops. Contestants are asked to write down the title of the song, the artist of the song and periodically the year the song came out. The song title, name of artist and year of release are each worth one point. The highest score at the end of the event wins! Teams are permitted. No cheating please. That includes looking at other contestants' answers and most definitely the use of smart phones, tablets and laptops. Let the good tunes roll! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Chris Brophy 314-276-1522  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st - $50 Cash, 2nd - $25 Drink card, 3rd - Drink token

Hosted by Friends of the San Juans. This is a rollicking collision of libations and life-saving skills incorporating teamwork, knowledge of the downtown bar scene and skills with Avalanche Beacons. Teams are sent out across Durango. Games begin at Eolus where all teams are to return by 7 PM. Proceeds benefit Friends of the San Juans and SNOWDOWN. Limited to 10 teams of 3-4 people. BYO Beacon and camera phone. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Ben Stone 303-518-0362  Event Cost: $10 per player  Entry Deadline: Thursday Jan 23  Prizes!

One of the most entertaining events of Snowdown!

Hosted by McDonald's & Best Western Rio Grande Inn. All ages are welcome to attend this final selection of SNOWDOWN'S Junior King and Queen from the Durango grade school competition. Winning royalty will ride in the SNOWDOWN Light Parade Friday night!   <strong>Event Coordinator:</strong> Kathy Bowser 247-2446 or 247-3986  <strong>Entry Cost:</strong> FREE

La Plata Open Space Conservancy's annual fundraiser is a fun, elegant event featuring exceptional wines, locally crafted spirits and local brews, fine foods and silent auction items. All proceeds from this popular event support LPOSC's work conserving cherished landscapes and natural resources in our community. This year will be our 28th year hosting Durango's SNOWDOWN Wine Tasting and Silent Auction - benefiting open space and our quality of life for generations to come! Purchase tickets in advance at www.lposc.org. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Asa Bjorklund 480-677-9855  Entry Cost: $60  Entry Deadline: Tickets in advance or at the door (if space permits)

Local Bluegrass. $4 mainline pints. Food specials from The Container.

Fly Tying Contest. Most creative flies in 3 categories (SM, MD, LG) with materials provided. Fly tying knowledge not required. All ages welcome!   Event Coordinator: Cole Glenn 382-9978  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 60 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Curious about Animas High School? Prospective students and families are encouraged to attend an AHS Information Session to learn more about how AHS uses innovative, student-centered, project-based learning in a small school setting to achieve 100% college acceptance and a culture of excellence.

Hosted by Young People in Recovery. A non-alcoholic pub crawl celebrating local Mocktail menus. Begin at The Strater Hotel Pullman Room to get your passport. You'll have three hours to make 5 stops in downtown Durango. Return to the Strater Hotel for prizes and a dance party. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Emily Spencer 799-7341  Entry Cost: $5  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes!

Dance the cold away! Families are welcome to this upbeat, positive, boogie woogie dance party! Led by Durango Dance professional teachers.   Event Coordinator: Miriam Morgan 403-5974  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes!

Hosted by Ignacio Youth Services. This all-pure-natural adrenaline event also increases dopamine levels naturally and raises money for awesome after-school, outdoor adventure positive youth development programs in Ignacio, staffed by real Rock Stars! The youth are the referees, so treat 'em with respect. Each team consists of 6 members, including at least 2 women. Must be 16+. Spectators of all ages welcome!   Event Coordinator: Nita Emerson 563-4517  Entry Cost: $65 per team  Entry Deadline: 30 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd

Co-hosted with 5 Rivers Trout Unlimited, Duranglers open tying night is for everyone who loves to tie flies!   Bring your own tools, materials, supplies, snacks, beverages and just tie! Although this is not an instruction night, there will still be plenty of learning from each other. This is a meeting of the minds: an excuse to get out of the house, get behind the vise, and have some fun with fellow tiers. If you’ve got an upcoming saltwater trip and some patterns you want to take…great!   This is a FREE event for who want to hang out and tie with other tiers. Equipment and materials will not be provided but we may be able to accommodate a few items or a vice if necessary.

Eno's Weekly Open Mic Night is happening from 6-8pm! Come with your guitar, your voice, some friends, or just you and listen to some local artists!

Teams of two will square off in this double elimination tournament played with traditional beer pong rules. This is a 64 team bracket and teams should sign up early as this event fills up! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Clinton Holnback 719-649-7263  Entry Cost: $20 per team  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Bring your appetites because if you can eat the most bull balls, you will earn a beautiful trophy and $$$! Money, money, money!! This event fills up fast so sign up early! Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Morgan Kirkpatrick 303-526-6364  Entry Cost: $20  Entry Deadline: 15 minutes before event, pre-registration available.  Prizes: Trophy and cash prizes!

Can you rock an Air Guitar? You pick your own song and perform your air guitar skills to the audience. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Kelsie Borland 219-0410  Entry Cost: Free  Entry Deadline: 15 minutes before event  Prizes: Best Performance, Best Technical Guitar, Best Costume

Hosted by The Roost & Conundrum Escape Rooms. Join us for a hilarious game of Utter Nonsense that is sure to have you ROFL! It's a classic party game with a twist! Similar to Cards Against Humanity, this version of the game incorporates players having to pull out their best accents & impersonations to win the round. We have Rock & Rolled it up though and made it SNOWDOWN style! So start working on your best Axel Rose, Jimmy Hendrix, and Freddie Mercury to see if you have the talent to be the Rock Star of Utter Nonsense! Teams consist of 4-6 players. Costumes are highly encouraged of course! No worries if you don't want to be on a team. This is definitely an event you will want pit tickets for!   Event Coordinator: Hanna Pierce 764-4545  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: Winning Team and Best team Costumes!!!

Hosted by Aiko Aiko Sound, this is SNOWDOWN'S oldest music trivia contest! Teams of 4 will test their knowledge of music trivia in a variety of musical genres, from Top 40 and heavy metal to classic Broadway show tunes! Finals will be held on Thursday Jan 30. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Dale Garland 769-2872  Entry Cost: $40 per team of 4  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Hosted by Durango Running Company. How high can you climb? Each contestant has 5 minutes to push their limits and climb as many vertical feet as possible! The contestant who climbs the most wins! Men's and Women's categories. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Brett Sublet 769-3639  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 60 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

1st Annual 3-on-3 Sports chair tournament open to people of all abilities. This is a fundraiser for Tribal Adaptive Organization, a non-profit created by Durango local Noah Blue Elk Hotchkiss whose mission is to use sports as a tool to improve the health and wellness of Native Americans. All participants can attend a free skills clinic prior to the event to get experience with the sports chairs. This will be a fun and competitive tournament!   Event Coordinator: Bethany McManus 259-4313  Entry Cost: $500 per team  Entry Deadline: Friday, Jan 24  Prizes!

The Powerhouse presents a special Trivia night in celebration of Snowdown, at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 30, 2020. Consisting of four rounds, Powerhouse trivia includes one science round and a music round. Teams of five are eligible to win prizes and a cash bar available. Attendees are encouraged to dress up as their favorite rock n roll musician or band. Individuals can join other teams as well.

The shop is a creative environment where other lapidary and jewelry artists generously share their knowledge, experience, techniques, and ideas. It is advisable to bring your own materials and hand tools if you have them. The Club offers an excellent variety of motorized tools, hand tools, and even some rough stone you may use to hone new skills.    Drop-ins and new members welcome. Experience is not necessary, however it is strongly recommended that new members attend a Shop Orientation that is held at 9:00 on the first Saturday of every month.    Anyone is welcome to join the Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club! Annual Membership fees are $30 per year for individuals and $45 per year for families (covers one or two adults and any children under 18 living in the same household)

Race to the finish on your magic carpet. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Rick Carney 749-7231  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd - Bar Tabs! 

Hosted by Durango Whitewater and Durango Parks & Rec. Join paddlers from Durango Whitewater for a low key kayak pool slalom for everyone to enjoy. Playboat paddlers are encouraged to come join the fun. Several slalom race kayaks will be available for loan. Slalom is for ALL AGES, ALL TYPES OF BOATS! Very youth friendly. How does it work? Each boater is timed through the gates. We will teach you the rules and course on arrival. All ages welcome!   Event Coordinator: Kent Ford 259-1361  Entry Cost: $1 per contestant, FREE for spectators  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: Awards for all ages!

Did you know an Elvis pinball machine still resides in Graceland? Well, Rock and Roll Pinball SNOWDOWN Showdown is a fun and exciting pinball tournament for rock stars to display their Pinball Wizard skills here in beautiful Durango, our own personal ‘Graceland’. This is a 3 strike tournament. You will be matched up in groups of 4. The top 2 winners from each group will earn no strikes per round, whilst the players in 3rd and 4th will earn strikes. Come prove that the lyrics still live, even a deaf, dumb, and blind kid sure plays a mean pinball!!!! A night of free pinball play with $5 entry into the tournament. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Jason Thomas 759-1158  Entry Cost: $5 per contestant  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: Top 3 Rockers and Best Costumes!

Hosted by Comic Uprising. A ‘Voice’- Style Competition. But with comedy! Limited to 10 contestants who should come prepared with a minimum of 2 minutes of material. Three comics will take on the role of judges/mentors with 5 additional comic performers. That's a lot of funny! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Jill Carlson 560-5950  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 60 minutes before event  Prizes!

Dahhling! It's like the beer pong but with a much better beverage! Only one wins in the round robin competition but we also have our 'not so famous' dance off for our odd number elimination rounds. We award for costumes too! The entry fee is $10.00 per person and will include a pair of balls and plenty of bubbles for your plastic glassware. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Stephaine Heiss 382-3950  Entry Cost: $10  Entry Deadline: 15 minutes before event  Prizes!

One of the most entertaining events of Snowdown!

Battle of the Hair Bands - Have you always envisioned yourself on stage with Poison or Dokken rockin the house? Well, now is your chance! The Animas City Theatre welcomes all true hair band fans to show us what you got! In order to enter you must have a full 'air' band, no instruments allowed, with at least two song ideas from that band.   Event Coordinator: Kelsie Borland 219-0410  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 30 minutes before event  Prizes!

Come play Beer Bingo every Thursday Night at The Roost for your chance to win great prizes! There will be swag giveaways and some prizes include free drink and food to Cuckoo's Chicken House, The Roost and Animas City Theatre!

The grand gala of the SNOWDOWN Follies – A notorioulsy irreverent show performed by an all-volunteer cast and crew. To purchase tickets for this event, you must place your name on the official gala wait list created on April 1st 1997 (almost a quarter century ago!) To get on the list, email SNOWDOWNfollies@gmail.com.   Event Coordinator: Janalee Hogan SNOWDOWNfollies@gmail.com  Entry Cost: $65  Entry Deadline: Sold Out! Wait List Only!

Welcome to the 10th Annual Beard Growing Competition! Contestants entering the 'Beard Race' showed up clean shaven at Carver's in November to have their mug shot as proof they didn't get a head start. These substantially furrier lads will present their faces Thursday to a panel of judges. We will award prizes to the winner then continue with other fun beard challenges! Lots of prizes and lots of fun will be had by all! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Dasha Greidanus 259-2545  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Contestants “pre-certified” in November must arrive 60 minutes before event  Prizes: Keg, Growlers, Gift Cards, Brewery Merchandise

Hosted by El Rancho Tavern & The Spaah Shop. Come strut your stuff and dress in your best Queen or King of the Drag! Dance Party to follow! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Chip Lile 749-1816  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 60 minutes before event  Prizes: Best Overall Queen and King and Crowd Favorites

Single elimination bracket tournament with 6 weight categories in both men's and women's divisions. Registration fees go toward prize money. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Amber Morris 405-245-9968  Entry Cost: $5  Entry Deadline: 15 minutes before event  Prizes: Cash prizes and trophies!!

A good ole flippy cup race where players stand on opposite sides of the board, down a cup of beer, then use the launchers to to to flip the cup upisde down before moving on to drink the next one!   Event Coordinator: Rick Carney 749-7231  Entry Cost: Pitcher of beer  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd - Bar Tabs!

We're changing it up this year! YOU will wear the pants and your partner will try to fling the ants into them! Arrive early to sign up and play. Must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Sarah Donaldson 403-1200  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 15 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Got a good one liner or two you think will increase your chances of getting lucky? Test your best pickup lines before a live audience! A panel of knowledgeable judges will determine if you've got what it takes to seal the deal. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Dusty Grannis 799-1681  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Winner of MC/DJ battle from Wednesday plays! Live music and dancing! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Rick Carney 749-7231  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Bar Tabs!

Contestants will choose and sing a song. They will be judged by their technical skills, vocals and overall presentation(showmanship). This event will take place Thursday, Friday and Saturday night with 1st, 2nd, 3rd place awarded every night. If you take first place you cannot compete again. This is a solo event. Please no crowd help. Bring on the singing! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Brian Baehr 903-7810  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st - $50 Cash, 2nd - $25 Drink card, 3rd - A drink

Zumba Gold® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available. *Class runs from 9:30-10:15 AM

Teams of 4 will scour the county to find as many of the 100 items on the list as possible. Pick up lists between 10 AM and 8 PM at the Billy Goat. All the items will fit into one City of Durango blue recycling box. The team who returns with the most items from the list to the Billy Goat Saloon Fri, Jan 31 wins! Doors open at 10 AM Friday. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Ashleigh Tarkington 903-0090  Entry Cost: $20  Prizes: Cash And Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd as well as participation awards for all teams.

What began as "garbage can frisbee" in the 1980's, later turned into KanJam! Some call it playing horseshoes with a Frisbee but all we know is that it's FUN! Two people per team must be 18+.   Event Coordinator: Allison Wall 422-8008  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 30 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Bring your friends for Bingo at the La Plata County Senior Center! This is a great opportunity to check out your local La Plata County Senior Center and stay for a fun afternoon of Bingo. Did you know the Senior Center has great lunches with a salad bar? Did you know they have Zumba, line dancing, computers, a library and even a thrift store and transportation too? Check it out! Must be over 60 to play. Costumes welcome!   Entry Cost: 25 cents  Entry Deadline: 15 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Traditionally one of SNOWDOWN'S wildest events! Coed teams of your favorite local servers from area restaurants compete in a fun and frequently messy obstacle course incorporating waiting skills with a bit of a SNOWDOWN twist! Teams must be comprised of 2 male and 2 female members of local restaurant wait staff over the age of 21. All teams are required to show their ID and sign a waiver before competing. See you there!   Event Coordinator: Joel Hayes 946-9249  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 30 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st - keg of Steamworks beer, 2nd - $50 Steamworks gift card, 3rd- a voucher for two pitchers of Steamworks beer

"And we all shine on." Be the bravest babe or bro out there by donning your sexy super rock n roll gear, getting all soapy and wet (snow or shine!) and washing a classic car for up to one minute. Judged by a panel of three very qualified judges. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Carmen Drulis 749-7204  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st - $400 Cash, 2nd - $150 Cash, 3rd - $75 Cash

Music themed crafts and rockin' accessories for the whole family! Make sure your look is ready to rock before the parade!   Event Coordinator: Corinna Manion 375-3385  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of the event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

On a dark desert highway, cool wind in my hair... I must be riding in the Bed Races again! Participate in Durango's craziest and most fun event in what is sure to be an action-packed spectacle. Compete head-to-head against other teams for the Bed Race Trophy. The event will be held on Main before the start of the SNOWDOWN Light Parade. This event is a fundraiser for the Durango 100 Club. Support a great cause and have one heck of a time. The start/finish line will be in the middle of the block with races going off in both directions (north/south) in each lane. You'll race head-to-head against the team next to you. First team to cross the finish line advances to the next round. Beds are provided. You'll need a team of 5, a SNOWDOWN themed onesie, helmets for everyone, and proper footwear. Teams of 5 (4 people pushing the bed, one person on the bed). Person on the bed exchanges onesie with one of the runners at the turn around point.   Event Coordinator: Tracy Barnes 946-6726  Entry Cost: $50 per team  Entry Deadline: Registration closes Jan 26, 2020  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd with the top team winning the trophy!

Come before the parade and fill up! Or during, or after! Yummy food for all SNOWDOWN goers! Spaghetti dinner with meatballs (vegetarian too) Garlic bread, salad, drinks, and cash bar.   Event Coordinator: John Wayde 247-2296  Entry Cost: $10 adult, $5 kids (10 and under)

Bring your team of 4 people to play in a Drinking Relay Game and show your skills! Teams will participate in different games challenging their speed, smarts, and Rock Star status, making their way through a bracket to see who ends up on top! All four players must participate in every game. Space is limited!   Event Coordinator: Heather Parker 247-0264  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 60 minutes before event  Prizes: 1st - $200 Cash, 2nd - $100 Fired Up Gift Card, 3rd - $50 Fired Up Gift card, 4th - A Solid High Five

Avoid long lines and standing in the cold! Purchase your tickets Friday afternoon before the parade.   Event Coordinator: Greg Yucha 382-0788  Entry Cost: 50 cents per ticket  (see SATURDAY 12 NOON for details)

Rolling of giant red exercise balls down from 2nd Avenue and 10th Street to win $5000, $2000, and $1000 while supporting local non-profits. If you don't have a ticket you can't win. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Jerome Bleger 759-1658  Entry Cost: Buy a ticket for $5 to have a chance to win, watching the event is FREE  Entry Deadline: Friday, Jan 31  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Must Rock n' Roll that body to empty the tissue box. "Ain't it funny how the night moves..." Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Rick Carney 749-7231  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Join 10,000 of your Durango-area friends for the biggest event in Downtown every year, the Snowdown Light Parade! Parade starts at 6 pm sharp, and there will be many parking and traffic closures, so arrive early!   FREE transit to and from the parade - ride any Durango bus, including the Main Ave. Trolley, for FREE ALL DAY. There are also two special shuttles to and from the parade. One is at the Fairgrounds and the other is at Three Springs. Shuttles run from 3 to 9 pm and drop off Downtown at the Transit Center.   Fairgrounds picks up approximately every 20 minutes at the bus stop in the Fairgrounds parking lot.    Three Springs picks up approximately every 45 minutes at Digs Restaurant and at the main entrance to Mercy Hospital.

Live music from 6-8pm in The Tasting Room

Back in it's 2nd year, the TBK Bank Snowdown Costume Ball, Parade Awards & Balloon Drop is a family-friendly post-parade Snowdown event not to be missed!   Join us and warm up inside the Main Mall after the Snowdown Parade, we&aposll have a stage and PA system where you&aposll be able to hear the post parade ceremony winners, 99x and 92.9 the point costume contest, there will be prizes in both KIDS and ADULT 1st, 2nd, 3rd best costume divisions, and the Durango Balloon drop at 8:45pm!   The Hillstompers will be playing again with their bright costumes, big band instruments and music to fit this years Theme - Rock N&apos Roll Snowdown!   This event features live music, drinks and entertainment!

Ralph is back! Enjoy an evening dancing and raising money for the Veterans of La Plata County. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Donna Jones 903-2424  Entry Cost: $12 in advance $15 at the door  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd best costumes and dancers

A SNOWDOWN tradition! Purgatory Mountain Patrol and the Ski/Snowboard School, continue their 42nd year rivalry in Ski Softball- Softball played on skis and boards! Make you way to one of the most popular SNOWDOWN events. Starts right after the parade!   Event Coordinator: Cat Vogel 946-4082  Entry Deadline: Time of event

Hosted by Exit Reality Home and Ranch and AIKO Sound. Break out and break dance to attend the annual teen dance and adorn yourselves in Rock Star attire! Prizes for costumes and dance moves! See you there right after the SNOWDOWN Light Parade! A safe environment to enjoy ages 10-18. Parents must sign permission forms.   Event Coordinator: Jessie Gregg 247-3948  Entry Cost: $5  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes!

The SNOWDOWN Follies return for the 37th year of entertainment with your favorite showbiz personalities and local commentary! This notorious irreverent review performs in two different theaters simultaneously, Really! Cash bar! Ticket purchases limited to four per person for this show performed by an all-volunteer cast and crew. Ticket sales support SNOWDOWN, This is Adult entertainment. Visit WWW.SNOWDOWNFOLLIES.ORG for complete details. Mail-in ticket drawing: December 7, 2019. Secret box office: Saturday January 18, 2020 at 6 AM. Radio stations KIQX, KRSJ and KIUP will announce over the air clues to the secret locations where morning enthusiasts can line up to obtain coupons for the purchase of SNOWDOWN Follies tickets. Actual ticket sales will commence at 6:30 AM at the Elks Lodge, 9th St. entrance. Ticket marketplace at Bank of the San Juans: 12 tickets will be sold (in lots of 4) to the highest bidder each day for four days beginning Tuesday Jan 21 through Friday Jan 24. Bids will be received in person only at the 144 E 8th St. No telephone calls.   Event Coordinator: Janalee Hogan www.snowdownfollies@gmail.com  Entry Cost: $20 per ticket

The SNOWDOWN Follies return for the 37th year of entertainment with your favorite showbiz personalities and local commentary! This notorious irreverent review performs in two different theaters simultaneously, Really! Cash bar! Ticket purchases limited to four per person for this show performed by an all-volunteer cast and crew. Ticket sales support SNOWDOWN, This is Adult entertainment. Visit WWW.SNOWDOWNFOLLIES.ORG for complete details. Mail-in ticket drawing: December 7, 2019. Secret box office: Saturday January 18, 2020 at 6 AM. Radio stations KIQX, KRSJ and KIUP will announce over the air clues to the secret locations where morning enthusiasts can line up to obtain coupons for the purchase of SNOWDOWN Follies tickets. Actual ticket sales will commence at 6:30 AM at the Elks Lodge, 9th St. entrance. Ticket marketplace at Bank of the San Juans: 12 tickets will be sold (in lots of 4) to the highest bidder each day for four days beginning Tuesday Jan 21 through Friday Jan 24. Bids will be received in person only at the 144 E 8th St. No telephone calls.   Event Coordinator: Janalee Hogan www.snowdownfollies@gmail.com  Entry Cost: $20 per ticket

If you missed getting tickets for the Snowdown Follies, watch the show on the big screen at the Animas City Theatre! It's almost as good as the real thing-at half the price! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Michele Redding 799-2281  Entry Cost: $10  Entry Deadline: Tickets available at the Animas City Theatre Box Office at NOON on Saturday Jan 18, 2020 for 60 minutes, then at animascitytheatre.com until they are SOLD OUT.

Play along with the rock and roll music of AOR live from Albuquerque! Guess the songs they rock out for you and win cash $$ prizes and a smarty pants music trophy!! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Grant Gibson 749-5296  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

It's time we stop! Hey, what's that sound… Everybody look! What's going down? Pants!!! Wear anything but pants dance...SNOWDOWN theme! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Rick Carney 749-7231  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Always a crowd pleaser, men and women get the chance to grab a pole and show off their best moves. Contestants and spectators should arrive early as this event fills up fast! Bar tabs will be awarded as prizes. Live video on the big screen. Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Amber Morris (405) 245-9968  Entry Cost: $5  Entry Deadline: Time of the event  Prizes: Best Male, Best Female

The SNOWDOWN Follies return for the 37th year of entertainment with your favorite showbiz personalities and local commentary! This notorious irreverent review performs in two different theaters simultaneously, Really! Cash bar! Ticket purchases limited to four per person for this show performed by an all-volunteer cast and crew. Ticket sales support SNOWDOWN, This is Adult entertainment. Visit WWW.SNOWDOWNFOLLIES.ORG for complete details. Mail-in ticket drawing: December 7, 2019. Secret box office: Saturday January 18, 2020 at 6 AM. Radio stations KIQX, KRSJ and KIUP will announce over the air clues to the secret locations where morning enthusiasts can line up to obtain coupons for the purchase of SNOWDOWN Follies tickets. Actual ticket sales will commence at 6:30 AM at the Elks Lodge, 9th St. entrance. Ticket marketplace at Bank of the San Juans: 12 tickets will be sold (in lots of 4) to the highest bidder each day for four days beginning Tuesday Jan 21 through Friday Jan 24. Bids will be received in person only at the 144 E 8th St. No telephone calls.   Event Coordinator: Janalee Hogan www.snowdownfollies@gmail.com  Entry Cost: $20 per ticket

The SNOWDOWN Follies return for the 37th year of entertainment with your favorite showbiz personalities and local commentary! This notorious irreverent review performs in two different theaters simultaneously, Really! Cash bar! Ticket purchases limited to four per person for this show performed by an all-volunteer cast and crew. Ticket sales support SNOWDOWN, This is Adult entertainment. Visit WWW.SNOWDOWNFOLLIES.ORG for complete details. Mail-in ticket drawing: December 7, 2019. Secret box office: Saturday January 18, 2020 at 6 AM. Radio stations KIQX, KRSJ and KIUP will announce over the air clues to the secret locations where morning enthusiasts can line up to obtain coupons for the purchase of SNOWDOWN Follies tickets. Actual ticket sales will commence at 6:30 AM at the Elks Lodge, 9th St. entrance. Ticket marketplace at Bank of the San Juans: 12 tickets will be sold (in lots of 4) to the highest bidder each day for four days beginning Tuesday Jan 21 through Friday Jan 24. Bids will be received in person only at the 144 E 8th St. No telephone calls.   Event Coordinator: Janalee Hogan www.snowdownfollies@gmail.com  Entry Cost: $20 per ticket

If you missed getting tickets for the Snowdown Follies, watch the show on the big screen at the Animas City Theatre! It's almost as good as the real thing-at half the price! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Michele Redding 799-2281  Entry Cost: $10  Entry Deadline: Tickets available at the Animas City Theatre Box Office at NOON on Saturday Jan 18, 2020 for 60 minutes, then at animascitytheatre.com until they are SOLD OUT.

Contestants will choose and sing a song. They will be judged by their technical skills, vocals and overall presentation(showmanship). This event will take place Thursday, Friday and Saturday night with 1st, 2nd, 3rd place awarded every night. If you take first place you cannot compete again. This is a solo event. Please no crowd help. Bring on the singing! Must be 21+.   Event Coordinator: Brian Baehr 903-7810  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Time of event  Prizes: 1st - $50 Cash, 2nd - $25 Drink card, 3rd - A drink