April 2023 Events

Join us and our fly-fishing industry friends for 3 days of fun, education, clinics, deals and demos!   Each event to attend, virtual or in person will get your name in the hat for free stuff including a guided trip with Duranglers. The more events you attend the better your chance to win.

Professional and affordable blood lab work. No additional screenings. Please register online at www.9Health365.org or call for more information (800) 332-3078

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. Spanning 26 miles each way, this 5.25 hour round trip experience is offered on select dates from November 19 through May 5. We recommend reserving your trip in advance online so that you have the best chance of securing your preferred seating.

Local Singer, Award Winning Songwriter, Author and Early Childhood Educator will be performing at the bookshop.   Melanie will be sharing her children's books, "I Love You More Than Chocolate", "Imagination it's up to You," Time Out Chair Blues", "New Horizons Preschool", and original songs in an imaginative and musical story time!   Melanie brings fun, energy, music and creative expression to every concert she gives. Ideal for all ages.   Melanie's books and CD's will be available for purchase.

Verdi’s Shakespearean comedy features a brilliant ensemble cast in Robert Carsen’s celebrated staging. Baritone Michael Volle sings his first Verdi role at the Met as the caddish knight Falstaff, gleefully tormented by a trio of clever women who deliver his comeuppance. Reuniting after their acclaimed performances in the production’s 2019 run are soprano Ailyn Pérez as Alice Ford, soprano Jennifer Johnson Cano as Meg Page, and mezzo-soprano Marie-Nicole Lemieux as Mistress Quickly. Soprano Hera Hyesang Park and tenor Bogdan Volkov are the young couple Nannetta and Fenton, and Daniele Rustioni conducts.   Daniele Rustioni (Conductor); Hera Hyesang Park (Nannetta); Ailyn Pérez (Alice Ford); Marie-Nicole Lemieux (Mistress Quickly); Jennifer Johnson Cano (Meg Page); Bogdan Volkov (Fenton); Michael Volle (Falstaff); Christopher Maltman (Ford)

Join Summit Kids for Walk with Jesus, an Easter Event to remember! You will be walking in Jesus' shoes from visiting Lazarus's House, The Temple, and the Tomb. You will be creating things along the way to take home and talk about during Holy Week. This event is geared toward elementary students, but everyone is welcome! Start your journey with us, please enter through the Family Entrance.   We will end our journey by waving our palm branches in the Summit Church Sancuary for the Saturday night service starting at 5:30pm.

Join us for a special live performance from Warsaw Poland Bros.

IF4 travels around the globe featuring the very best in today's fly-fishing films. Join us for 2 showings of the IF4 film festival. Sure to be a great night!   Tickets are Available at Duranglers or online

Book by Kevin Murphy & Dan Studney  Music by Dan Studney  Lyrics by Kevin Murphy   Originally directed by ANDY FICKMAN and produced by STEPHANIE STEELE for DEAD OLD MAN PRODUCTIONS   Inspired by the original 1936 film of the same name, this raucous musical comedy takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the hysteria caused when clean-cut kids fall prey to marijuana, leading them on a hysterical downward spiral filled with evil jazz music, sex and violence.   House opens 30 minutes before listed show time.    REEFER MADNESS is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

IF4 travels around the globe featuring the very best in today's fly-fishing films. Join us for 2 showings of the IF4 film festival. Sure to be a great night!   Tickets are Available at Duranglers or online

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. Spanning 26 miles each way, this 5.25 hour round trip experience is offered on select dates from November 19 through May 5. We recommend reserving your trip in advance online so that you have the best chance of securing your preferred seating.

Great opportunity to support your local veterans while enjoying a delicious breakfast! Open to the public, this event is held every 1st & 3rd Sunday. Donations of only $9 for adults, $8 for veterans, and $6 for kids 12 and under. All proceeds help support local veterans!

Book by Kevin Murphy & Dan Studney  Music by Dan Studney  Lyrics by Kevin Murphy   Originally directed by ANDY FICKMAN and produced by STEPHANIE STEELE for DEAD OLD MAN PRODUCTIONS   Inspired by the original 1936 film of the same name, this raucous musical comedy takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the hysteria caused when clean-cut kids fall prey to marijuana, leading them on a hysterical downward spiral filled with evil jazz music, sex and violence.   House opens 30 minutes before listed show time.    REEFER MADNESS is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

Secondary Adventure Camps are for middle and high school students (rising 7th - 12th graders) giving them the opportunity to explore the San Juan mountains and rivers, connect with like-minded friends, and spend one night camping under the starry sky. In addition to learning about plants, flowers and local forests, camping basics and Leave No Trace ethics, kids will gain leadership and communication skills while hiking among peers and SJMA Naturalists. SJMA is offering one week-long camp based in La Plata country and one week-long camp based in Montezuma County.

Secondary Adventure Camps are for middle and high school students (rising 7th - 12th graders) giving them the opportunity to explore the San Juan mountains and rivers, connect with like-minded friends, and spend one night camping under the starry sky. In addition to learning about plants, flowers and local forests, camping basics and Leave No Trace ethics, kids will gain leadership and communication skills while hiking among peers and SJMA Naturalists. SJMA is offering one week-long camp based in La Plata country and one week-long camp based in Montezuma County.

Children and Teens Artists throughout our community will display artwork! Gallery event is free to the public.

Each session students will discover fun and different mediums and concepts while creating extremely unique art projects! Drawing, Painting and Ceramics are part of this great class! Classes offer fun, non competitive opportunities to explore new skills and individual expression. For questions, please email Deena Carney, Director of Art and Education at deena@durangoarts.org. or Mr.B at ben@durangoarts.org. Scholarships are available. 10 Classes.

Treat yourself to Happy Hour Yoga at Ska Brewing! $10 = Yoga taught by the great Brady Wilson, then a pint. Yoga first!

Mondays will become your favorite day of the week (Yes, you did read that right)! Learn about the historical evolution of pottery and understand the various methods to create shapes and forms. Walk with your pieces through every step of creation. Together, we will focus on two modes of creating functional ware through hand building and an introduction to wheel throwing, to create functional art for everyday use. We will spend time exploring textures, shapes and colors.   Space is limited to accommodate a small student to teacher ratio. Students will rotate through time on the pottery wheels.

Join the Durango Chamber of Commerce and Manna Soup Kitchen for Coffee Connections Learning Series. Enjoy coffee as you get a tour of Manna's Community Kitchen with a Take-Out Window, Food Market, and Resource Center. The tour will include information about Manna's programs and services that they offer the community. The tour will be hosted by; Ann Morse, Executive Director, Seanan Culloty, Executive Chef, and Mariss Hunt, Resource Center Manager.    The Chamber's monthly learning series explores a wide range of topics, industries, and organizations, all presented and highlighted by chamber members. This is a great chance to network with colleagues and get a grasp on a new topic within an hour.    This event is free, but we ask that you please register.

Ready to Cowboy/Cowgirl up? Along with our friends from Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering, True Western Roundup, and Durango Wild West Talent, The Belle and the Strater Hotel have brought back Cowboy Tuesdays!   Join us on Tuesdays from Noon - 3pm for drink and food specials and some fantastic entertainment - old west style! Yes that is Mike Leonard in the photo...as he and Bobbie Leonard and Scott Perez will be on The Belle stage for this first event. Fun fact - Mike Leonard started this fun tradition years ago and he was recently honored with a Strater Room Dedication! If you have a song, cowboy poem, or story you'd like to share, just let us know and we will put you up there to perform.

Join SJMA's San Juan Science Ramblers for our after-school program. Students will learn about environmental science topics while making friendships and hiking at local trails.    Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays in April and May   Learn more and register at: www.sjma.org/learn.

Are you living your best art life?    Or have you hit a few bumps or roadblocks to living out that vision?   Investigate what you have you learned that has made you stronger and build the resilience you need to get you through the tough times.    As artists, we live in a system that is often unsupportive. From parents or authority figures telling us what we can't do, to society perpetuating the myth of the "starving artist." It's up to us to create an environment and system we can thrive in. Find the resources and strength within yourself to do your best work, despite the resistances we face.    In this 1-hour session, you will explore what makes you come ALIVE and what enables you to thrive in order to live the art life you envision.

Participate on Zoom as follows:   Online (computer or smartphone):  https://zoom.us/j/819094582    Or by telephone:  Dial (if the first number is busy, try another number):  US: +1 346 248 7799 +1 669 900 9128 +1 312 626 6799 +1 646 558 8656 +1 253 215 8782 +1 301 715 8592

Come join us for 50+ Yoga with Chair Assist at our neighborhood Florida Mesa Grange! Participants develop a sense of community by practicing together!   The class will be every Wednesday at 9 a.m. The class will be for men and women in mid-life who are active and in reasonable good health. Beginners are welcome. We will focus on stretching, strengthening and balance along with warm-ups, sun salutations and yoga poses.   Cost: $65.00 for 10 punch pass; $9.00 drop-in  Bring your yoga mat, if available two blocks and two blankets.

A free one-stop shop for families and students to learn about and sign up for summer programs, activities, resources and school fall registration. The event will feature food, games and giveaways!    Hosted by the Durango Education Foundation. Sponsored by Bank Central.

This fun 5 week class (a psychic skills celebration!) includes techniques and practice with Remote Viewing (recieving impressions about a distant or unseen location), Psychometry (reading the energy of sentimental objects), Telepathy (sending and receiving throughts), Aura Reading (you'll read each other's aura), Mediumship (talking to loved ones and Spiritual Guides on the other side) and a Group Past Life Regression where you'll experience a previous lifetime and gain valuable insight to help you in your life now.    We'll use "intuitive play" exercises to access and explore all these areas. This is a great sampler where you will develop a variety of intutive and psychic skills in a fun and natural way.    Class is held locally in Durango and for those in other places through zoom. If you're interested in doing this class long distance, you'll need 2 people at your location to participate. Let me know if you're interested in this option and we'll talk in advance about how it will work.    Class cost is $150 for the 5-week class.

We invite you to join us as we create Joy with a Purpose! This event will benefit a local favorite: The Women's Resource Center. Sign up soon: the event is capped at 25 people. We're looking forward to seeing you there!   Artist/Instructor: Mariah Kaminsky

Do you wish to explore your typical and habitual responses to the difficulties of life and to cultivate resources in order to become a warm and supportive friend to yourself? Join us to learn how to reduce stress and anxiety and feel emotionally centered, and to become more resilient to life challenges.    Cost: Sliding Scale - $150 - $250

There are many individuals in our community who are navigating the system of living with Parkinson's for themselves or for someone they love. There's no need to do this alone. Others have found a lifeline through the support of new friends, organizations, and medical personnel - all of these people want to extend a helping hand to you too!

Join SJMA's San Juan Science Ramblers for our after-school program. Students will learn about environmental science topics while making friendships and hiking at local trails.    Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays in April and May   Learn more and register at: www.sjma.org/learn.

Take your aprés ski to new heights with a sunset snowshoe tour, appetizers, and libations at the Powderhouse. Meet at Guest Services at 3:00pm and enjoy a scenic chairlift ride up the mountain followed by a scenic snowshoe tour. Make a stop at the Powderhouse for a deliciously crafted snack before snowshoeing back down to the base area.

Join us inside The Powerhouse exhibit gallery for Trivia night every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Our trivia includes four rounds- general trivia, science, pictures, and music. Bar open for drink purchases.

1/monthly Songwriter's Series is a showcase of talented, seasoned songwriters in our region in an intimate setting. Each songwriter will showcase two original pieces with professional sound. Located inside of The iAM MUSIC Institue on our iNDIGO Room stage!   Suggested donation, audiences of all ages are welcome. Must be 21+ to purchase alcohol.   Note to songwriters: We book 2 months in advance   *This is not a student event   To be considered for our monthly lineup, please send a message to info@iammusic.us

26th Annual Radiothon presented by Four Corners Broadcasting and United Way of Southwest Colorado.   Be sure to tune in to KRSJ Durango, Your Brand of Country - 100.5fm, KIQX RADIO 101 Durango - 101.3fm and KIUP-KRSJ Sports ALL DAY to bid on and win FABULOUS prizes! YOU get to call in and bid on over 80 items/services! All proceeds benefit our non-profit partners in La Plata, San Juan, Dolores, Montezuma, and Archuleta County.

The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Art Crawl is April 7, from 4pm - 7pm at the Smiley Building. Come talk with local artists, be inspired by creative work, or buy a local, handcrafted item for yourself or a special someone to celebrate Spring! The Smiley Cafe will be open for a warm beverage, glass of wine or a treat, and live music by Denise Leslie & Friends will accompany the evening.   April's Featured Artist is Cindy Atchison of Cindy Miller Atchison Design | Art. She is known for her stylistic landscape paintings in both oil and acrylic. Her goal is to inspire your personal pursuit of beauty and open your world to renewed, deeper connections with nature, your work, and other people - elements that make our collective journeys so sweet. On April 7 at 5:30pm, she'll demonstrate the unique qualities of both oil and acrylic paints. Witness the creation of two cloudscape paintings in oil and acrylic to compare these two mediums. Take a look at her design and art at her website: https://www.cindyatchison.com/ .   The ArtRoom Collective at The Smiley is a diverse, working studio gallery where artists create, collaborate and share their passion with the community. See creation in action! The ArtRoom Collective is Durango's working studio gallery where 22 artists, jewelers, potters, leather crafters and others create and sell their handmade goods. Monthly First Friday Art Crawls at The ArtRoom Collective feature artist spotlights with demonstrations to teach and inspire.<

Come enjoy some delicious food and help us raise money to support the local veteran community! Enjoy beer battered cod, coleslaw, hush puppies, potatoes & dessert for only $10/plate. Food will be served from 5 PM until it's gone. This event is open to the public and we look forward to seeing you all there.

Celebrate Alex Graf's debut album, Sagebrush Continuum with back to back shows in Durango. Alex is joined by Eli Emmitt and Ben Debelina for the hottest night of bluegrass/jazz flatpicking in the Southwest.    alexgrafmusic.com

Need a good laugh? Then head over to Durango Arts Center, where Cindy Laudadio-Hill and May Quinn devise a fun and hilarious showcase featuring both long and short-form improvisation! The doors open at 7:00pm and hilarity will ensue at 7:30pm.    ickets cost $15, students are $10.

Tenth Mountain Division  Born in the fertile breeding grounds of the mountains of Colorado, Tenth Mountain Division is continuing the musical legacy set down by their forefathers in Colorado. Like those that came before, Tenth Mountain Division is pushing the sound found in the mountains into bold, new directions with their exploratory take on Americana that dips freely in the well of all their diverse influences, classic Southern Rock, the progressive bluegrass that was born in their backyard in Colorado, the adventurous spirit of sixties psychedelic blues, and straight ahead driving rock 'n' roll. Much like their Colorado predecessors, Leftover Salmon, String Cheese Incident, and Yonder Mountain String Band, they defy simple categorization; instead they reference their musical history with their high-energy shows as they blaze new musical paths every night. As they do so they have become the new voice of the Colorado music scene, taking their Ski-party sound around the country and making every show feel like a night in the mountains.

Celebrate Alex Graf's debut album, Sagebrush Continuum with back to back shows in Durango. Alex is joined by Eli Emmitt and Ben Debelina for the hottest night of bluegrass/jazz flatpicking in the Southwest.    alexgrafmusic.com

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.

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.

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. Spanning 26 miles each way, this 5.25 hour round trip experience is offered on select dates from November 19 through May 5. We recommend reserving your trip in advance online so that you have the best chance of securing your preferred seating.

Bring the kids to DHD to hunt Easter eggs and meet the Easter Bunny! We have thousands of eggs to hunt for kids up to 12 years old. Don't forget your egg baskets!   The Christian Motorcycle Association will be on site doing bike blessings, we will have a DJ and hot dogs will be available for all attendees!   This is a super fun family-friendly event for our community and all are welcome!   10:00 - Bike Blessings begin  10:00 - 12:00 - Pics with the Easter Bunny  10:30am- Kids egg hunt begins in the park  10:30am- 5 and under  10:40am- 6-9  10:50am- 10-12  11:30 - 1:00 Food served (hotdogs and chips)

Come check out our nature connection programs serving kids ages 5-12, with summer camps and year-long, home-school enrichment opportunities. At this event, we will discuss our philosophy, introduce our facilitators, provide details about signing up, as well as give you a fun sample of what we do.

$15 Pre-Sale  $17 Day Of Show   Desert Child is a five-piece rock band based out of Durango, CO. They started out as a high-energy cover band that made a name for themselves in the area. This summer, they are debuting their original music and setting up for a late-summer album release. Their music is focused on tight harmonies, dance grooves, and lyrics that address the challenge, chaos, and beauty of our world.

$15 Pre-Sale  $17 Day Of Show   Desert Child is a five-piece rock band based out of Durango, CO. They started out as a high-energy cover band that made a name for themselves in the area. This summer, they are debuting their original music and setting up for a late-summer album release. Their music is focused on tight harmonies, dance grooves, and lyrics that address the challenge, chaos, and beauty of our world.

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. Spanning 26 miles each way, this 5.25 hour round trip experience is offered on select dates from November 19 through May 5. We recommend reserving your trip in advance online so that you have the best chance of securing your preferred seating.

Join us for a life giving day with a special time of worship and fellowship! Stay after the service and enjoy some food, fellowship and fun activities.   Schedule of Events:  10:30am Easter Celebration Service: Recover Your Life [Matthew 11:28 MSG "Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you'll Recover Your Life."]  10:30am Kids' Easter Celebration (K through 5th grade; no nursery provided)  11:30am Baptism in the River  11:40am Easter Egg Hunt for All Kids Through 5th Grade.  12pm Free BBQ Lunch Provided  12:30pm Enjoy outdoor games around the property. Be sure to bring a chair and yard games to play and share!

Here’s what you need to know about the pond skimming contest: Style points are a big deal. This is the day to pull the bright tutu or 80’s neon onesie out of the closet. Suspenders and bowtie while you’re skiing? On this day, heck yes! But this advice isn’t just for participants–we encourage everyone on the mountain to dress in their craziest costumes on pond skimming day!

Secondary Adventure Camps are for middle and high school students (rising 7th - 12th graders) giving them the opportunity to explore the San Juan mountains and rivers, connect with like-minded friends, and spend one night camping under the starry sky. In addition to learning about plants, flowers and local forests, camping basics and Leave No Trace ethics, kids will gain leadership and communication skills while hiking among peers and SJMA Naturalists. SJMA is offering one week-long camp based in La Plata country and one week-long camp based in Montezuma County.

Secondary Adventure Camps are for middle and high school students (rising 7th - 12th graders) giving them the opportunity to explore the San Juan mountains and rivers, connect with like-minded friends, and spend one night camping under the starry sky. In addition to learning about plants, flowers and local forests, camping basics and Leave No Trace ethics, kids will gain leadership and communication skills while hiking among peers and SJMA Naturalists. SJMA is offering one week-long camp based in La Plata country and one week-long camp based in Montezuma County.

If you love to talk about books, then we've got clubs for you! Join us in April for three separate opportunities to talk books!   Registration required. Register online or call the library for assistance.   Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer Book Clubs:  - April 12 at 11am at DPL  - April 13 at 5pm at DPL  - Free books available while supplies last

Children and Teens Artists throughout our community will display artwork! Gallery event is free to the public.

Each session students will discover fun and different mediums and concepts while creating extremely unique art projects! Drawing, Painting and Ceramics are part of this great class! Classes offer fun, non competitive opportunities to explore new skills and individual expression. For questions, please email Deena Carney, Director of Art and Education at deena@durangoarts.org. or Mr.B at ben@durangoarts.org. Scholarships are available. 10 Classes.

Treat yourself to Happy Hour Yoga at Ska Brewing! $10 = Yoga taught by the great Brady Wilson, then a pint. Yoga first!

Mondays will become your favorite day of the week (Yes, you did read that right)! Learn about the historical evolution of pottery and understand the various methods to create shapes and forms. Walk with your pieces through every step of creation. Together, we will focus on two modes of creating functional ware through hand building and an introduction to wheel throwing, to create functional art for everyday use. We will spend time exploring textures, shapes and colors.   Space is limited to accommodate a small student to teacher ratio. Students will rotate through time on the pottery wheels.

Ready to Cowboy/Cowgirl up? Along with our friends from Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering, True Western Roundup, and Durango Wild West Talent, The Belle and the Strater Hotel have brought back Cowboy Tuesdays!   Join us on Tuesdays from Noon - 3pm for drink and food specials and some fantastic entertainment - old west style! Yes that is Mike Leonard in the photo...as he and Bobbie Leonard and Scott Perez will be on The Belle stage for this first event. Fun fact - Mike Leonard started this fun tradition years ago and he was recently honored with a Strater Room Dedication! If you have a song, cowboy poem, or story you'd like to share, just let us know and we will put you up there to perform.

Join SJMA's San Juan Science Ramblers for our after-school program. Students will learn about environmental science topics while making friendships and hiking at local trails.    Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays in April and May   Learn more and register at: www.sjma.org/learn.

Participate on Zoom as follows:   Online (computer or smartphone):  https://zoom.us/j/819094582    Or by telephone:  Dial (if the first number is busy, try another number):  US: +1 346 248 7799 +1 669 900 9128 +1 312 626 6799 +1 646 558 8656 +1 253 215 8782 +1 301 715 8592

Come join us for 50+ Yoga with Chair Assist at our neighborhood Florida Mesa Grange! Participants develop a sense of community by practicing together!   The class will be every Wednesday at 9 a.m. The class will be for men and women in mid-life who are active and in reasonable good health. Beginners are welcome. We will focus on stretching, strengthening and balance along with warm-ups, sun salutations and yoga poses.   Cost: $65.00 for 10 punch pass; $9.00 drop-in  Bring your yoga mat, if available two blocks and two blankets.

If you love to talk about books, then we've got clubs for you! Join us in April for three separate opportunities to talk books!   Registration required. Register online or call the library for assistance.   Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer Book Clubs:  - April 12 at 11am at DPL  - April 13 at 5pm at DPL  - Free books available while supplies last

There are many individuals in our community who are navigating the system of living with Parkinson's for themselves or for someone they love. There's no need to do this alone. Others have found a lifeline through the support of new friends, organizations, and medical personnel - all of these people want to extend a helping hand to you too!

This fun 5 week class (a psychic skills celebration!) includes techniques and practice with Remote Viewing (recieving impressions about a distant or unseen location), Psychometry (reading the energy of sentimental objects), Telepathy (sending and receiving throughts), Aura Reading (you'll read each other's aura), Mediumship (talking to loved ones and Spiritual Guides on the other side) and a Group Past Life Regression where you'll experience a previous lifetime and gain valuable insight to help you in your life now.    We'll use "intuitive play" exercises to access and explore all these areas. This is a great sampler where you will develop a variety of intutive and psychic skills in a fun and natural way.    Class is held locally in Durango and for those in other places through zoom. If you're interested in doing this class long distance, you'll need 2 people at your location to participate. Let me know if you're interested in this option and we'll talk in advance about how it will work.    Class cost is $150 for the 5-week class.

Do you wish to explore your typical and habitual responses to the difficulties of life and to cultivate resources in order to become a warm and supportive friend to yourself? Join us to learn how to reduce stress and anxiety and feel emotionally centered, and to become more resilient to life challenges.    Cost: Sliding Scale - $150 - $250

Get ready to swing the night away! West Coast Swing is a fun and exciting social dance that is offered at the Smiley Building on Wednesday nights at 6:30! Come alone or with a friend! Be prepared for a 6-week class that will guide you through all the basics, when you are done, advance into our Beyond Basics class for more exciting ways to dance West Coast Swing!   Our classes have an accumulative structure, meaning that we build on the teachings from the following weeks. Why is this important? Because in order to take the classes you must show up to our first week, meaning that we do not accept drop-ins mid-way through the 6-week session. It's All-or-Nothing!   We hope that you will join us for another fun and exciting class!   Thanks for looking!

Learn about the importance of soil health, how to assess it, and how to improve it. Featuring experts from the Natural Resources Conservation Service and Dryside Rancher Dale Horvath, this session will take place on a conserved property 8 miles south of Durango.

Join SJMA's San Juan Science Ramblers for our after-school program. Students will learn about environmental science topics while making friendships and hiking at local trails.    Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays in April and May   Learn more and register at: www.sjma.org/learn.

If you love to talk about books, then we've got clubs for you! Join us in April for three separate opportunities to talk books!   Registration required. Register online or call the library for assistance.   Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer Book Clubs:  - April 12 at 11am at DPL  - April 13 at 5pm at DPL  - Free books available while supplies last

BID holds a monthly meeting for business owners on the 2nd Friday of every month from 8:30 to 9:30 am at TBK Bank. The agendas for these meetings will be posted below a few days before the meeting date.    Check website for the agenda and meeting dates https://www.downtowndurango.org/meetings    Meeting dates subject to change, contact Tim Walsworth at timw@downtowndurango.org with any questions.

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. Spanning 26 miles each way, this 5.25 hour round trip experience is offered on select dates from November 19 through May 5. We recommend reserving your trip in advance online so that you have the best chance of securing your preferred seating.

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. Spanning 26 miles each way, this 5.25 hour round trip experience is offered on select dates from November 19 through May 5. We recommend reserving your trip in advance online so that you have the best chance of securing your preferred seating.

Tayton Capital and Blackmore Group come together for this fun class! We are dedicated to enriching our clients lives, and our community by being your trusted real estate guides.    We know that real estate transactions can be confusing and daunting, just like everything else in life, if you don't know where to start. It's easy to just say "oh I will do it next year" or talk yourself out because you feel like the market isn't in your favor.    The goal is that you don't come from a place of fear in moving forward into home ownership.   We also are really funny, and motivating, and we want to know your journeys as well!   This will be an interactive and fun event for everyone and we will require enrollment through our website LOCATION will be disclosed once we get a head count on who is coming. Thank you!

Great opportunity to support your local veterans while enjoying a delicious breakfast! Open to the public, this event is held every 1st & 3rd Sunday. Donations of only $9 for adults, $8 for veterans, and $6 for kids 12 and under. All proceeds help support local veterans!

Monthly hands-on herbal medicine making workshops in Durango. Fun will be had making witches brews for health and for kitchen   Materials included in cost of each workshop ($30.85)

If you love to talk about books, then we've got clubs for you! Join us in April for three separate opportunities to talk books!   Registration required. Register online or call the library for assistance.   Nature Writing Book Club:  - April 21 at noon at Turtle Lake Refuge Cafe  - Lunch provided

Children and Teens Artists throughout our community will display artwork! Gallery event is free to the public.

Each session students will discover fun and different mediums and concepts while creating extremely unique art projects! Drawing, Painting and Ceramics are part of this great class! Classes offer fun, non competitive opportunities to explore new skills and individual expression. For questions, please email Deena Carney, Director of Art and Education at deena@durangoarts.org. or Mr.B at ben@durangoarts.org. Scholarships are available. 10 Classes.

Treat yourself to Happy Hour Yoga at Ska Brewing! $10 = Yoga taught by the great Brady Wilson, then a pint. Yoga first!

Mondays will become your favorite day of the week (Yes, you did read that right)! Learn about the historical evolution of pottery and understand the various methods to create shapes and forms. Walk with your pieces through every step of creation. Together, we will focus on two modes of creating functional ware through hand building and an introduction to wheel throwing, to create functional art for everyday use. We will spend time exploring textures, shapes and colors.   Space is limited to accommodate a small student to teacher ratio. Students will rotate through time on the pottery wheels.

Ready to Cowboy/Cowgirl up? Along with our friends from Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering, True Western Roundup, and Durango Wild West Talent, The Belle and the Strater Hotel have brought back Cowboy Tuesdays!   Join us on Tuesdays from Noon - 3pm for drink and food specials and some fantastic entertainment - old west style! Yes that is Mike Leonard in the photo...as he and Bobbie Leonard and Scott Perez will be on The Belle stage for this first event. Fun fact - Mike Leonard started this fun tradition years ago and he was recently honored with a Strater Room Dedication! If you have a song, cowboy poem, or story you'd like to share, just let us know and we will put you up there to perform.

Join SJMA's San Juan Science Ramblers for our after-school program. Students will learn about environmental science topics while making friendships and hiking at local trails.    Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays in April and May   Learn more and register at: www.sjma.org/learn.

Participate on Zoom as follows:   Online (computer or smartphone):  https://zoom.us/j/819094582    Or by telephone:  Dial (if the first number is busy, try another number):  US: +1 346 248 7799 +1 669 900 9128 +1 312 626 6799 +1 646 558 8656 +1 253 215 8782 +1 301 715 8592

Come join us for 50+ Yoga with Chair Assist at our neighborhood Florida Mesa Grange! Participants develop a sense of community by practicing together!   The class will be every Wednesday at 9 a.m. The class will be for men and women in mid-life who are active and in reasonable good health. Beginners are welcome. We will focus on stretching, strengthening and balance along with warm-ups, sun salutations and yoga poses.   Cost: $65.00 for 10 punch pass; $9.00 drop-in  Bring your yoga mat, if available two blocks and two blankets.

This fun 5 week class (a psychic skills celebration!) includes techniques and practice with Remote Viewing (recieving impressions about a distant or unseen location), Psychometry (reading the energy of sentimental objects), Telepathy (sending and receiving throughts), Aura Reading (you'll read each other's aura), Mediumship (talking to loved ones and Spiritual Guides on the other side) and a Group Past Life Regression where you'll experience a previous lifetime and gain valuable insight to help you in your life now.    We'll use "intuitive play" exercises to access and explore all these areas. This is a great sampler where you will develop a variety of intutive and psychic skills in a fun and natural way.    Class is held locally in Durango and for those in other places through zoom. If you're interested in doing this class long distance, you'll need 2 people at your location to participate. Let me know if you're interested in this option and we'll talk in advance about how it will work.    Class cost is $150 for the 5-week class.

Do you wish to explore your typical and habitual responses to the difficulties of life and to cultivate resources in order to become a warm and supportive friend to yourself? Join us to learn how to reduce stress and anxiety and feel emotionally centered, and to become more resilient to life challenges.    Cost: Sliding Scale - $150 - $250

Maestro Heuser will do a one hour deep dive into the @sanjuansymphony "Majesty of Mozart" concerts. Light apps provided and bar open for drink purchases.

Celebrate National Poetry Month with us! Word Honey open mic poetry encourages all to take the mic and read an original work, or to come out and support local poets.

This year at the La Plata County Fairgrounds   This community event benefits our school and our earth. Bring us your old electronics, batteries, computers, phones Etc. and we will recycle them for a suggested donation.    Money raised at the event will go to our outdoor education fund and scholarship for students.

Join SJMA's San Juan Science Ramblers for our after-school program. Students will learn about environmental science topics while making friendships and hiking at local trails.    Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays in April and May   Learn more and register at: www.sjma.org/learn.

Join us inside The Powerhouse exhibit gallery for Trivia night every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Our trivia includes four rounds- general trivia, science, pictures, and music. Bar open for drink purchases.

If you love to talk about books, then we've got clubs for you! Join us in April for three separate opportunities to talk books!   Registration required. Register online or call the library for assistance.   Nature Writing Book Club:  - April 21 at noon at Turtle Lake Refuge Cafe  - Lunch provided

Three days of incredible national recording artists, regional, and local bluegrass bands take over five venues including the Durango Arts Center, Animas City Theatre, and Wild Horse Saloon. Our extraordinary lineup this year includes Missy Raines and Allegheny, Tunnel Drive featuring Keith Reed, Josh Williams, Shadd Cobb, Don Rigsby, and Gene Libbea; The Slocan Ramblers, The Kody Norris Show, Barbaro, Tall Poppy String Band, The Cody Sisters, The Red Hill Rollers, Basin and Grange, and more TBA!   The Meltdown boasts several weekend events open to the public, including workshops, band contest, free Friday concert, barn dance, and late-night events!   Tickets are available on our website or in person at Animas Trading Company, 742 Main Ave, Durango, CO starting January 15th.   More information on ticketing, venues, and the 2023 lineup can be found on our website: www.DurangoMeltdown.com   We can't wait to see you there!

Three days of incredible national recording artists, regional, and local bluegrass bands take over five venues including the Durango Arts Center, Animas City Theatre, and Wild Horse Saloon. Our extraordinary lineup this year includes Missy Raines and Allegheny, Tunnel Drive featuring Keith Reed, Josh Williams, Shadd Cobb, Don Rigsby, and Gene Libbea; The Slocan Ramblers, The Kody Norris Show, Barbaro, Tall Poppy String Band, The Cody Sisters, The Red Hill Rollers, Basin and Grange, and more TBA!   The Meltdown boasts several weekend events open to the public, including workshops, band contest, free Friday concert, barn dance, and late-night events!   Tickets are available on our website or in person at Animas Trading Company, 742 Main Ave, Durango, CO starting January 15th.   More information on ticketing, venues, and the 2023 lineup can be found on our website: www.DurangoMeltdown.com   We can't wait to see you there!

Three days of incredible national recording artists, regional, and local bluegrass bands take over five venues including the Durango Arts Center, Animas City Theatre, and Wild Horse Saloon. Our extraordinary lineup this year includes Missy Raines and Allegheny, Tunnel Drive featuring Keith Reed, Josh Williams, Shadd Cobb, Don Rigsby, and Gene Libbea; The Slocan Ramblers, The Kody Norris Show, Barbaro, Tall Poppy String Band, The Cody Sisters, The Red Hill Rollers, Basin and Grange, and more TBA!   The Meltdown boasts several weekend events open to the public, including workshops, band contest, free Friday concert, barn dance, and late-night events!   Tickets are available on our website or in person at Animas Trading Company, 742 Main Ave, Durango, CO starting January 15th.   More information on ticketing, venues, and the 2023 lineup can be found on our website: www.DurangoMeltdown.com   We can't wait to see you there!

The Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering presents our newest fundraising event. This special program will be held at the historic Steward Ranch (now Destination Ranch) where part of the movie "City Slickers"was filmed. The ranch is located at the very end of Lightner Creek Road. Our special guests will be Miss Devon and the Outlaw, five time Best Duo Harmony award winners of the International Western Music Association. They will be joined by The Timberline Cowboys Geary Parsons and Mike Mullins who successfully blend cowboy lore, humor and romance into their music repertoire. Also performing will be former Cowboy Gathering President Lindy Simmons who was named the 2021 Cowboy Poetry Champion by the International Western Music Association. Don't miss this very entertaining evening. The gate will open at 4:00 and music begins at 5:00. $35/person includes a variety of appetizers, iced tea, soft drinks, water, beer, and wine. Tickets on sale online or at the door.

Children and Teens Artists throughout our community will display artwork! Gallery event is free to the public.

Each session students will discover fun and different mediums and concepts while creating extremely unique art projects! Drawing, Painting and Ceramics are part of this great class! Classes offer fun, non competitive opportunities to explore new skills and individual expression. For questions, please email Deena Carney, Director of Art and Education at deena@durangoarts.org. or Mr.B at ben@durangoarts.org. Scholarships are available. 10 Classes.

Treat yourself to Happy Hour Yoga at Ska Brewing! $10 = Yoga taught by the great Brady Wilson, then a pint. Yoga first!

Mondays will become your favorite day of the week (Yes, you did read that right)! Learn about the historical evolution of pottery and understand the various methods to create shapes and forms. Walk with your pieces through every step of creation. Together, we will focus on two modes of creating functional ware through hand building and an introduction to wheel throwing, to create functional art for everyday use. We will spend time exploring textures, shapes and colors.   Space is limited to accommodate a small student to teacher ratio. Students will rotate through time on the pottery wheels.

Ready to Cowboy/Cowgirl up? Along with our friends from Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering, True Western Roundup, and Durango Wild West Talent, The Belle and the Strater Hotel have brought back Cowboy Tuesdays!   Join us on Tuesdays from Noon - 3pm for drink and food specials and some fantastic entertainment - old west style! Yes that is Mike Leonard in the photo...as he and Bobbie Leonard and Scott Perez will be on The Belle stage for this first event. Fun fact - Mike Leonard started this fun tradition years ago and he was recently honored with a Strater Room Dedication! If you have a song, cowboy poem, or story you'd like to share, just let us know and we will put you up there to perform.

Join SJMA's San Juan Science Ramblers for our after-school program. Students will learn about environmental science topics while making friendships and hiking at local trails.    Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays in April and May   Learn more and register at: www.sjma.org/learn.

Participate on Zoom as follows:   Online (computer or smartphone):  https://zoom.us/j/819094582    Or by telephone:  Dial (if the first number is busy, try another number):  US: +1 346 248 7799 +1 669 900 9128 +1 312 626 6799 +1 646 558 8656 +1 253 215 8782 +1 301 715 8592

Come join us for 50+ Yoga with Chair Assist at our neighborhood Florida Mesa Grange! Participants develop a sense of community by practicing together!   The class will be every Wednesday at 9 a.m. The class will be for men and women in mid-life who are active and in reasonable good health. Beginners are welcome. We will focus on stretching, strengthening and balance along with warm-ups, sun salutations and yoga poses.   Cost: $65.00 for 10 punch pass; $9.00 drop-in  Bring your yoga mat, if available two blocks and two blankets.

Do you wish to explore your typical and habitual responses to the difficulties of life and to cultivate resources in order to become a warm and supportive friend to yourself? Join us to learn how to reduce stress and anxiety and feel emotionally centered, and to become more resilient to life challenges.    Cost: Sliding Scale - $150 - $250

Join SJMA's San Juan Science Ramblers for our after-school program. Students will learn about environmental science topics while making friendships and hiking at local trails.    Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays in April and May   Learn more and register at: www.sjma.org/learn.

Join Durango Green Drinks the last Thursday of the month from 5-7PM at 11th Street Station with two local sustainability organizations hosting each month. It's free and casual. Short announcements and presentations usually start around 5:30.

Hundreds of wines featured with light appetizers at multiple downtown Durango locations. The Walkabout is our signature, multi-location, tasting event. You will enjoy not only a taste of great wine & food, but also a taste of the local nonprofit sector in which the Community Foundation invests. You'll have a chance to learn more about a dozen wonderful nonprofits that are making a difference across our region!   Libation tables will be featured at some of our favorite Durango galleries, shops & outdoor spaces, all in our historic downtown. Light appetizers are provided at each location and save room to purchase dinner at one of our amazing local restaurants!   2023 Walkabout Locations  Animas Chocolate Company ~ Artesanos ~ Durango Arts Center ~ Durango Rug Company ~ Durango Welcome Center/Visit Durango ~ Old Barrel Tea Company ~ Pine Needle Dry Goods ~ Rochester Hotel ~ Sorrel Sky Gallery ~ The Sparrow

Featuring love songs from around the world, the Durango Choral Society and the Durango Women's Choir will present a heart-opening program of classical, jazz and pop. Led by Associate Conductor Rhonda Muckerman, this will be a diverse program with an international flair, from Mozart to Toto, with a special nod to songs that honor the earth---you might even get rained on!    Tickets $20/$5

Under the BIG tent at the Smiley Building, we will feature hundreds of wines, local craft beers, and Colorado spirits. Wineries will be on hand from right here in Colorado… to all over the world! Durango’s finest restaurants will showcase their cuisine in our annual Durango Restaurant Showcase. Look for our pairing recommendations in the BIG tent to take this culinary delight to a new level.

The Student Showcase will take place on April 30th from 2:00pm- 7:00pm at the Durango Arts Center. This event is FREE!   Suggested donation, audiences of all ages are welcome. Must be 21+ to purchase alcohol.

A World of Love Songs Sunday, April 30, 2023 at 3 pm at Bayfield Performing Arts Center Featuring love songs from around the world, the Durango Choral Society and the Durango Women's Choir will present a heart-opening program of classical, jazz and pop. Led by Associate Conductor Rhonda Muckerman, this will be a diverse program with an international flair, from Mozart to Toto, with a special nod to songs that honor the earth---you might even get rained on!    Tickets $20/$5