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October 2015 Events

 Thursday, October 1st
Manhattan Short Film Festival
4:00pm / Animas City Theatre
Join the World at the Movies! Durango Film presents the Manhattan Short Film Festival, the world’s first and only global film festival.   Two...
Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering
5:00pm / Strater Hotel/Henry Strater Theater
A four day event featuring cowboy poets, storytellers, musicians and artists. Dedicated to preserving the culture of the American Cowboy. Headquarters...
Artist's Reception for William Matthews
5:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Opening reception for Western artist William Matthews with live music and poetry by Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering performers.
1st Thursday Art Walk at Toh-Atin Gallery
5:00pm / Toh-Atin Gallery
Join us for live music and great art at our October 1st Thursday Art Walk show. Historic photos from the early 1900's.
Healing Art: Inspiration from A Priest and Five Physicians
5:00pm / Sorrel Sky Gallery
The show and fundraising event Healing Art: Inspiration from A Priest and Five Physicians features over 25 original works including paintings by Fr. Kevin...
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Live Music - Carcosa
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Local Swampy Tonk/Americana/Rock
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Sacred Hawaiian Hula
5:30pm / The Dance Center, Smiley Building Room 24
Sacred Hula is moving to Smiley! Beginning Sept 28 Live your ALOHA with sacred Hawaiian Hula dance. Meditation-in-motion, soothing for the soul, healthy,...
The Smell of Gunsmoke
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
This show is SOLD OUT  
Premier Performance - Dave Stamey
7:00pm / Henry Strater Theater
7:00 p.m. show is SOLD OUT   Please call 970-749-2995 to be put on a waiting list.
Manhattan Short Film Festival
7:00pm / Animas City Theatre
Join the World at the Movies! Durango Film presents the Manhattan Short Film Festival, the world’s first and only global film festival.   Two...
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The Lone Bellow with Special Guest Anderson East
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
Then Came the Morning, the second album by the Southern-born, Brooklyn-based indie-folk trio the Lone Bellow, opens with a crest of churchly piano, a patter...
Merely Players presents Dead Man's Cell Phone
7:30pm / VFW Hall
How much could someone learn about you if they found your cell phone – and started answering your calls?   Merely Players is thrilled...
Premier Performance - Dave Stamey
9:00pm / Henry Strater Theater
9:00 p.m. show is SOLD OUT   Please call 970-749-2995 to be put on a waiting list.
 Friday, October 2nd
Durango Cowboy Poetry Train
10:00am / D&SNGRR
Gather up your favorite cowboys and cowgirls to enjoy true western poets, entertainment and food when you ride this special train to Cascade Canyon. Hear...
Cowboy Poet Trailride
10:00am / Rapp Corral
Mountain ride and lunch with our poets. Performers Mike Beck and Jerry "Brooksie" Brooks will entertain at the Barbecue Lunch. Rent a horse or bring your...
A Girl's Guide To Coffee
12:00pm / Fort Lewis College Theatre Department
Fort Lewis College Theatre presents "A Girl's Guide to Coffee" by Eric Coble beginning October 2 and running through October 10 at the MainStage in the...
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Fort Lewis College Women's Soccer
12:30pm / Dirks Field
Skyhawks vs. Western State
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Fort Lewis College Men's Soccer
3:00pm / Dirks Field
Skyhawks vs. Westminster College
Documentary Film "Unbranded"
4:00pm / Animas City Theatre
Documentary film about four young men who rode mustang horses 3000 miles across the American West in 2013.
Western Art Gallery Exhibits
5:00pm / Various Gallery Locations
Various Gallery locations  
Western Group Show
5:00pm / Sorrel Sky Gallery
Presented in conjunction with the Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering, join us for our annual Western Group Show featuring work by some of Sorrel Sky’s...
Cowboy Gathering art Show
5:00pm / Toh-Atin Gallery
Featuring Historic photos, Skyhorse Saddles, Vintage Navajo Weavings and new bronze sculptures by Kevin McCarthy
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FFA Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry/Catfish/Chicken Dinner
5:00pm / Ignacio High School Front Lawn
Ignacio FFA will host an all you can eat Dinner of Rocky Mountain Oysters, Catfish, Chicken, Coleslaw, Beans, Rolls and Dessert. Cost is $15 for adults...
Evening show Durango Cowboy Gathering
6:00pm / Henry Strater Theater
6:00 p.m. show is SOLD OUT  
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Fort Lewis College Women's Volleyball
7:00pm / Whalen Gymnasium
Skyhawks vs. Colorado Mines
Live Gunfights at Diamond Belle Saloon
7:00pm / Diamond Belle Saloon
Live Gunfights at Diamond Belle Saloon Cowboys have a showdown in the streets of Durango Starting June 8th – October 9th Every Monday, Wednesday,...
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His Shoes, Her Shoes Marriage Seminar
7:00pm / Durango Church of Christ
We are bringing in nationally recognized speakers Wayne and Tammy Roberts to present their His Shoes, Her Shoes marriage seminar for the community. Our...
Merely Players presents Dead Man's Cell Phone
7:30pm / VFW Hall
How much could someone learn about you if they found your cell phone – and started answering your calls?   Merely Players is thrilled...
Evening show Durango Cowboy Gathering
8:30pm / Henry Strater Theater
Tickets $25, reserved seating  HOST - Andy Nelson  Jesse Smith  Jeff Gore  Ann Sochat  Mikki Daniel 
 Saturday, October 3rd
Journey of Hope 5K Run/Walk
8:00am / Three Springs
Journey of Hope is an annual 5K run/walk fundraiser event that raises funds for the prevention and treatment of breast cancer.    Mercy Health...
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Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / First National Bank Parking Lot
Local Farm Fresh Food, Artisan Goods, Hot and Cold Beverages and Meals, Value-Added Goods, Live Music, and GREAT PEOPLE!
Cowboy Parade
10:00am / Main Ave to 12th St.
The Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering Parade, always a family favorite, is one of the largest motorless parades in the country. Festivities begin at 9:30...
Durango Brew Train
10:00am / D&SNGRR
If you enjoy craft beer or want to know more about it, this is your chance to meet all six of Durango's local brew masters in one amazing location!
FREE Cowboy Poetry and Music
10:30am / Henry Strater Theater
Daytime Theme Sessions of Cowboy Poetry and music are held in various locations in downtown Durango. All are FREE. Check the schedule on website for...
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Durango Nature Studies' Silent Nature Workshop
10:30am / Durango Nature Center
End the Nature Center season as the earth starts to close down for its winter cycle with a testament to the power of solitude in nature. Workshops at nature...
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Pioneer History Program
11:00am / Animas Museum
The Victorian Aid Society re-enacts the colorful history of Durango and the lives of citizens in the early days. Part of the Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Fort Lewis College Football
12:00pm / Ray Denison Memorial Field
Skyhawks vs. Western New Mexico
Rising Western Stars Youth Show
1:30pm / Henry Strater Theater
Young cowboy poets and musicians create their own show. Performers are age 6 to 18. Part of the Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
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Learn to Play Harmonica Instantly
1:30pm / Animas City Theatre
Harmonica workshop with Gary Allegretto. No experience necessary. All ages. Admission includes a free harmonica. Part of the Durango Cowboy Poetry...
Bikes Bands and Brews
2:00pm / Ska Brewery
A fun filled afternoon to celebrate bikes, listen to bands, and ride a few laps on our custom course at Ska Brewery. It's also the Ska Euphoria release...
Documentary Film "Unbranded"
4:00pm / Animas City Theatre
Documentary film about four young men who rode mustang horses 3000 miles across the American West in 2013.
Poster Session Cowboy Gathering
4:00pm / Toh Atin Gallery
This special poster session features invited cowboy performers and musicians performing their interpretation of this year’s limited-edition fine...
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Fort Lewis College Women's Volleyball
5:00pm / Whalen Gymnasium
Skyhawks vs. Colorado Christian
Evening show Cowboy Poetry & Music
6:00pm / Henry Strater Theater
6:00 p.m. show is SOLD OUT  
Ice Cowboys Film Premier
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Documentary film about the exciting sport of equestrian Ski Joring in Colorado mountain towns. Ticket go to support the Durango Arts Center. Part of...
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His Shoes, Her Shoes Marriage Seminar
7:00pm / Durango Church of Christ
We are bringing in nationally recognized speakers Wayne and Tammy Roberts to present their His Shoes, Her Shoes marriage seminar for the community. Our...
Merely Players presents Dead Man's Cell Phone
7:30pm / VFW Hall
How much could someone learn about you if they found your cell phone – and started answering your calls?   Merely Players is thrilled...
Evening show Cowboy Poetry & Music
8:30pm / Henry Strater Theater
Tickets $25, reserved seating  HOST Jeff Gore   Andy Nelson  RW Hampton  Purly Gates  Adrian Buckaroogirl 
Ice Cowboys Film Premier
9:30pm / Durango Arts Center
Documentary film about the exciting sport of equestrian Ski Joring in Colorado mountain towns. Ticket go to support the Durango Arts Center. Part of...
 Sunday, October 4th
A Cowboy and his Creator Show
8:30am / Henry Strater Theater
FREE Inspirational cowboy poetry and music show. Part of the Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
Apple Days
11:00am / Buckley Park
This FREE all-ages festival celebrates the local apple harvest and over the years has become a highlight of the fall season.   Festival events...
FREE BOOKS!
12:00pm / Downtown Durango Security Storage
On Sunday, October 4 from 12-5pm, Durango Book Rescue is giving away free books @ 923 Narrow Gauge Avenue. Thank you for reading!
Durango Wine & Rails
12:30pm / D&SNGRR
Enjoy a train ride with a select group of Colorado vintners on board to introduce you to their featured wines. Food, live music, games and more wines will...
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Fort Lewis College Women's Soccer
1:00pm / Dirks Field
Skyhawks vs. UCCS
Documentary Film "Unbranded"
4:00pm / Animas City Theatre
Documentary film about four young men who rode mustang horses 3000 miles across the American West in 2013.
 Monday, October 5th
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Happy Hour Yoga
5:30pm / Ska Brewing World Headquarters
One Hour of Yoga (all Levels Welcome) One Pint of Beer (yoga first- sorry) $10.00 Please bring your mat.
Reconciling Water Rights, Law, Justice, and Ecology in the 21st Century
6:00pm / Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College
The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College invites the public to “Reconciling Water Rights, Law, Justice, and Ecology in the 21st Century”...
Live Gunfights at Diamond Belle Saloon
7:00pm / Diamond Belle Saloon
Live Gunfights at Diamond Belle Saloon Cowboys have a showdown in the streets of Durango Starting June 8th – October 9th Every Monday, Wednesday,...
 Tuesday, October 6th
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Schlotzsky's Birthday Celebration
9:00am / Schlotzsky's
We're celebrating our birthday and you get the gift. All day long, we're selling our small The Original sandwich for just $1.99!
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Reel Rock 10 Film Tour
7:00pm / The Community Concert Hall
From big walls to big moves, REEL ROCK 10 features climbers Tommy Caldwell, Kevin Jorgeson, Alex Honnold, Jimmy Webb, Daniel Woods and a special tribute...
 Wednesday, October 7th
Bike Walk Bus Day @ FLC
11:00am / Fort Lewis College Campus
The City of Durango hosts a celebration of sustainable transportation at FLC!
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Herbal Pooch Care
12:00pm / Durango School of Herbal Studies
4-part lunchtime series! When: Wednesdays12-1pm, 7-28 October 2015 Where: Durango Registration: $60 for all 4 classes. $20 for an individual...
Live Gunfights at Diamond Belle Saloon
7:00pm / Diamond Belle Saloon
Live Gunfights at Diamond Belle Saloon Cowboys have a showdown in the streets of Durango Starting June 8th – October 9th Every Monday, Wednesday,...
 Thursday, October 8th
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Live Music: Ruckus & The Rice Patties
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Local Bluegrass
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Sacred Hula
5:30pm / Dance Center, Smiley Building
Live your ALOHA with sacred Hawaiian Hula dance. Meditation-in-motion, soothing for the soul, healthy, fun discipline for the body. Mondays 10:15 AM and...
Voices from the Animas
5:30pm / Extension Building, Fairgrounds
This is a community wide free event to discuss and to give your thoughts on the toxic spill into the Animas River this summer.
San Juan Basin Archaeological society monthly meeting
7:00pm / Lyceum, Center of Southwest Studies
The public is invited to the next meeting of the San Juan Basin Archaeological Society, at 7:00 PM Thursday, October 8th in the Lyceum at the Center of...
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Dustbowl Revival
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
Based in Venice, California, Dustbowl Revival brings together a variety of American music styles – from old school bluegrass and gospel, to pre-war...
 Friday, October 9th
BID Coffee and Conversation Meeting
8:30am / First National Bank of Durango
You are invited to attend the BID Coffee and Conversation meeting. This monthly meeting is your opportunity to learn about what is coming up and to offer...
Durango Heritage Celebration
9:00am / Various Venues
Our town's colorful and diverse history, focusing primarily on the period from the town's incorporation in 1881 until 1912. You'll find that a large number...
Durango Heritage Celebration Train
9:30am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Celebrate the heritage of Durango with special themed fun. In association with the Durango Heritage Celebration.
1st Annual Suitcase Party
6:00pm / Private Hangar at La Plata Airport
Enjoy a fun packed evening of apps, drinks, and silk dancers. The purchase of your ticket will not only get you in the door, but enters you into a raffle...
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Autumn Harvest Beer Dinner
6:00pm / Carver Brewing Company
a handcrafted six-course meal, paired with carefully chosen micro-brews, masterminded by Owner/Executive Chef Dave Cuntz, Head Brewer Patrick Jose, and...
Live Gunfights at Diamond Belle Saloon
7:00pm / Diamond Belle Saloon
Live Gunfights at Diamond Belle Saloon Cowboys have a showdown in the streets of Durango Starting June 8th – October 9th Every Monday, Wednesday,...
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Durango Choral Society Presents: The Dream Lives
7:00pm / St. Columba Catholic Church
The Durango Choral Society will open this year’s season with a world premiere performance of Telluride composer David Lingle’s spectacular,...
10-Minute Play Festival
7:30pm / Durango Arts Center
10-Minute Play Festival  October 9-10 at 7:30 p.m.  October 11 at 2 p.m.  $12 general / $10 DAC members   The culminating...
 Saturday, October 10th
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Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / First National Bank Parking Lot
Local Farm Fresh Food, Artisan Goods, Hot and Cold Beverages and Meals, Value-Added Goods, Live Music, and GREAT PEOPLE!
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Durango Double Trail Half Marathon
9:00am / Animas Surgical Hospital
The Durango Double is a non-profit running event featuring two half-marathons in two days. Run trails on Saturday, roads on Sunday, or double up and do...
Durango Record Collectors Swap Meet
9:00am / VFW Hall
Come look for that collectible vinyl record and super cheap cds from over 20 vendors including KDUR, KSUT, Jim the Record Man and Southwest Sound. Get...
Durango Heritage Celebration
9:00am / Various Venues
Our town's colorful and diverse history, focusing primarily on the period from the town's incorporation in 1881 until 1912. You'll find that a large number...
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Herbal Facial Care Workshop & Spa Day
10:00am / Durango School of Herbal Studies
When: Saturday 10 October 2015 – 10am-2pm Where: Durango, CO Registration: $75. Bring a friend & you both get 5% off. RSVP: 970.779.3111, or...
Wool Fest
10:00am / Animas Museum
Sheep and Wool. Experience the exciting process.
The Beaux' Stratagem (National Theatre Live)
11:00am / Animas City Theatre
The Animas City Theatre presents National Theatre of London The best of British theatre broadcast to cinemas around the world | 2014 / 2015  Prices  General...
Oktoberfest
11:00am / Buckley Park
Two Days of Live Music, Beer, Games, and Great Local Food!
10-Minute Play Festival
7:30pm / Durango Arts Center
10-Minute Play Festival October 9-10 at 7:30 p.m. October 11 at 2 p.m. $12 general / $10 DAC members The culminating event in DAC’s 10-Minute...
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Durango Nature Studies' Fall Astro Tour
8:00pm / Durango Nature Center
Join Durango Nature Studies and astronomer John Buting for a tour of the night sky. "This is the last Astro Tour of the season and since we've lost a...
 Sunday, October 11th
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Durango Double Road Half Marathon
9:00am / Animas Surgical Hospital
The Durango Double is a non-profit running event featuring two half-marathons in two days. Run trails on Saturday, roads on Sunday, or double up and do...
Oktoberfest
11:00am / Buckley Park
Two Days of Live Music, Beer, Games, and Great Local Food!
10-Minute Play Festival
2:00pm / Durango Arts Center
10-Minute Play Festival  October 9-10 at 7:30 p.m.  October 11 at 2 p.m.  $12 general / $10 DAC members   The culminating...
"Death of Place" movie
7:00pm / Lyceum, Center of Southwest Studies
As part of the annual meeting of the Colorado Archaeological Society, the movie “Death of Place” by Larry Ruiz will be shown at 7:00 PM Sunday,...
 Monday, October 12th
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Sacred Hula
10:00am / Dance Center, Smiley Building
Live your ALOHA with sacred Hawaiian Hula dance. Meditation-in-motion, soothing for the soul, healthy, fun discipline for the body. Mondays 10:15 AM and...
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Happy Hour Yoga
5:30pm / Ska Brewing World Headquarters
One Hour of Yoga (all Levels Welcome) One Pint of Beer (yoga first- sorry) $10.00 Please bring your mat.
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Las Cafeteras
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
Born in the streets of Los Angeles, Las Cafeteras formed as a band in 2008 with the purpose of documenting the histories of their neighborhoods through...
 Tuesday, October 13th
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Introduction to QuickBooks
9:00am / Durango Public Library Program Room 1
One of the biggest challenges in starting and running a small business is dealing with the finances. Most small business owners are not accountants, but...
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CLA Estate Planning Workshop
9:30am / Holiday Inn & Suites
FREE Workshop providing valuable information for seniors on securing one's estate and retirement planning. You will receive a workbook and gain useful...
Live Online Q&A Audio Chat-- Letting Go of Offended Feelings
12:00pm / Christian Science Reading Room
Responding to questions from an online audience, the guest, a Christian Science healer provides uplifting thoughts and examples. Come to the Chrisitan...
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Knotted Gemstone Necklace
6:30pm / Beads and Beyond
Learn the "Art of Knotting" in this two-hour class. Bring pearls from home or choose from our gemstone beads. You will leave with a finished necklace...
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Local Medicinal Plants: Yellow Dock
6:30pm / Durango School of Herbal Studies
Connect with your local medicinal plants in this first of a series presented by clinical herbalist, Anna-Marija Helt, PhD. Starting with the ever-so-useful...
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Fort Lewis College Women's Volleyball
7:00pm / Whalen Gymnasium
Skyhawks vs. Adams State
 Wednesday, October 14th
Turquoise Talk and CANCELED
5:00pm / Toh Atin Gallery
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. WE WILL RESCHEDULE AT A LATER DATE.
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Winterizing Your Garden Workshop
5:30pm / Ohana Kuleana Community Garden
Did your garden take good care of you all summer producing lots of tasty, healthy veggies? Well then it deserves some rest and recovery so that it will...
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The Jeff Solon Jazz Duo
5:30pm / Kennebec
"Local Music Mix" Every Wednesday, 5:30 - 7:30pm Half priced wine specials make it a great night to celebrate.
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Open Studio Figure Drawing
6:30pm / Durango Arts Center
Open Studio Figure Drawing Every Wednesday 6:30–8:30pm $10 DAC Members / $15 Non-Members Bring your own supplies and share the cost of a model...
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Get the LED Out The American Led Zeppelin
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
From the bombastic and epic, to the folksy and mystical, Get the Led Out (GTLO) has captured the essence of the recorded music of the renowned Led Zeppelin,...
 Thursday, October 15th
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#TBT Throwback Thursdays
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Throwback Thursdays with Throwback specials from The Container of Food. Beer specials and live music!
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Sacred Hawaiian Hula
5:30pm / Dance Center, Smiley Building
Live your ALOHA with sacred Hawaiian Hula dance. Meditation-in-motion, soothing for the soul, healthy, fun discipline for the body. Mondays 10:15 AM and...
Laugh Therapy Open Mic Stand Up Comedy Show
8:00pm / The Irish Embassy
Stand up comedy show at the Irish Embassy Pub, open to anyone over 18! Sign up by 7:30 to perform 3-5 minutes in front of a real live audience. Whether...
 Friday, October 16th
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Fort Lewis College Men's Soccer
3:00pm / Dirks Field
Skyhawks vs. Colorado Mines
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Fort Lewis College Women's Volleyball
7:00pm / Whalen Gymnasium
Skyhawks vs. Colorado Mesa
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Durango Choral Society Presents: He and She
7:00pm / St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Friday, October 16, 2015 One of our most popular collaborations of the season, He and She showcases Durango Women’s Choir and the Fort Lewis...
 Saturday, October 17th
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Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / First National Bank Parking Lot
Local Farm Fresh Food, Artisan Goods, Hot and Cold Beverages and Meals, Value-Added Goods, Live Music, and GREAT PEOPLE!
5th Annual Bulb Sale
9:00am / Durango Botanical Society
Mike Smedley WOWS the crowds again this year. Hard to find bulbs. Visit with the professionals while you shop. We publish the "Bulb Book" and it's free...
Yoga Kurunta (Ropes Workshop)
9:00am / 4 Corners Yoga
Yoga on the Ropes emphasizes body awareness and alignment. K-Lea will show you how to use the ropes safely and mindfully. Yoga Kurunta is specifically...
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Barbells for Boobs
9:00am / CrossFit Durango
Come out to CrossFit Durango and watch us move weight and raise money for early breast cancer detection
Peanuts Great Pumpkin Patch Express
10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Ride our train to the Pumpkin Patch to meet with Peanutsâ„¢ characters Snoopy and Charlie Brown and bring home the perfect pumpkin!
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How to Audition: Helpful Tips for Landing a Role
10:00am / Durango Arts Center
How to Audition: Helpful Tips for Landing a Role  Saturday, October 17  10am–1pm   Instructor: Theresa A. Carson $34 DAC...
AAUW Fall Luncheon
11:30am / Doubletree Hotel
The Durango Branch of American Association of University Women's Fall Luncheon, a fund raiser for scholarships. Featured speaker will be Janet Ross, Exec....
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Mosaic Mandala Workshop
12:00pm / Artesanos Design Collection
For thousands of years artists have been inspired to create symmetrical, geometric designs known as mandalas, emulating shapes in nature that form naturally...
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Fort Lewis College Women's Volleyball
5:00pm / Whalen Gymnasium
Skyhawks vs. Westminster
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Basic Beading
5:00pm / Beads and Beyond
Learn how to make a necklace and matching set or earrings. Wire wrapped loops, crimping, and basic design skills will be covered in this two-hour class.
Bark & Wine Silent Auction Fundraiser
6:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds
The La Plata County Humane Society will be celebrating their 8th annual Bark & Wine Silent Auction Fundraiser on October 17th. This life saving event will...
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Durango Nature Studies' Fly Fishing Workshop
6:00pm / Durango Nature Center
Come join avid fly fisherman, Jake West, for a workshop on all the basics. He will talk about bugs, fly-tying, and fly fishing tips. Casting lessons in...
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Blue Lotus Feet
7:00pm / Inhabit
Please join us for improvisational chanting. $10 at the door.
 Sunday, October 18th
Peanuts Great Pumpkin Patch Express
10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Ride our train to the Pumpkin Patch to meet with Peanutsâ„¢ characters Snoopy and Charlie Brown and bring home the perfect pumpkin!
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Fort Lewis College Women's Soccer
12:00pm / Dirks Field
Skyhawks vs. Adams State
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Fall Benefit Brunch ft. Rachel Barton Pine - presented by Music in the Mountains
12:30pm / Home of David Perry and Rene Haas at Electra Lake
Music in the Mountains is celebrating 30 years... Join us!    Fall Benefit Brunch ft. Rachel Barton Pine  A Music...
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Fort Lewis College Men's Soccer
2:30pm / Dirks Field
Skyhawks vs. Colorado Christian
 Monday, October 19th
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Sacred Hawaiian Hula
10:00am / Dance Center, Smiley Building
Live your ALOHA with sacred Hawaiian Hula dance. Meditation-in-motion, soothing for the soul, healthy, fun discipline for the body. Mondays 10:15 AM and...
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Happy Hour Yoga
5:30pm / Ska Brewing World Headquarters
One Hour of Yoga (all Levels Welcome) One Pint of Beer (yoga first- sorry) $10.00 Please bring your mat.
 Tuesday, October 20th
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Andy Robinson | Building Boards That Work
9:00am / Durango Public Library
To be effective, nonprofits must recruit board members who support their ideals, represent the diversity of the community, and bring a wide range of skills....
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Andy Robinson | Creating (and Using) Your Fundraising Plan
1:00pm / Durango Public Library
CREATING (AND USING) YOUR FUNDRAISING PLAN Like anything else in life, fundraising works better if you have a plan - and even better if you follow it....
 Wednesday, October 21st
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Robby Overfield
5:30pm / Kennebec
"Local Music Mix" Every Wednesday, 5:30 - 7:30pm Half priced wine specials make it a great night to celebrate.
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Bead and Banter
6:00pm / Beads and Beyond
We invite you to join us for our social beading group, Bead and Banter. Bring a friend, a project, and your favorite spirit and work alongside fellow...
 Thursday, October 22nd
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#TBT Throwback Thursdays!
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Throwback Thursdays with throwback specials from The Container of Food. Beer specials and live music from The 4th Floor. Local high country rock and roll.
Time Exposures: Picturing a History of Isleta Pueblo in the 19th Century
5:00pm / Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College
The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College invites the public to the opening reception for “Time Exposures: Picturing a History of Isleta...
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Sacred Hawaiian Hula
5:30pm / Dance Center, Smiley Building
Live your ALOHA with sacred Hawaiian Hula dance. Meditation-in-motion, soothing for the soul, healthy, fun discipline for the body. Mondays 10:15 AM and...
ENRA
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
“ENRA” is a one-of-a-kind stage presentation that combines elements of dance, performance art, graphics, light, music and more. Advancements...
 Friday, October 23rd
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Fort Lewis College Women's Soccer
3:00pm / Dirks Field
Skyhawks vs. Regis
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TGR Ski Movie Premier and FOSJ Fundraiser
6:00pm / Durango Arts Center
With special thanks to Carver Brewing and Pine Needle Mountaineering, FOSJ is excited to host the Durango premier of Teton Gravity Research’s new...
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CAPPA Labor Doula Training
6:00pm / Cafe of Life Chiropractic Center
Labor doulas are an emotional and phsyical support to women in birth. This training meets one of the requirements to become a certified labor doula with...
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Dr. John Pennington, Percussion Concert
7:00pm / Roshong Recital Hall, Jones Hall
Dr. John Pennington, former FLC percussion professor will present a free Percussion Concert, Friday, October 23 in Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall room...
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TGR Ski Movie Premier and FOSJ Fundraiser
9:00pm / Durango Arts Center
With special thanks to Carver Brewing and Pine Needle Mountaineering, FOSJ is excited to host the Durango premier of Teton Gravity Research’s new...
 Saturday, October 24th
CAPPA Labor Doula Training
8:30am / Mercy Regional Medical Center
This weekend training workshop is required to seek professional labor doula certification with CAPPA (cappa.net) The workshop will prepare women to assist...
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Durango Farmers Market
9:00am / First National Bank Parking Lot
Local Farm Fresh Food, Artisan Goods, Hot and Cold Beverages and Meals, Value-Added Goods, Live Music, and GREAT PEOPLE!
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Pine Needle Ski Swap
9:00am / Pine Needle Mountaineering
Pine Needle Ski Swap Sat. Oct. 24, 9:00am-5:00pm Great deals are always had at this annual swap of backcountry, telemark and Nordic gear. Selling gear?...
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Durango Lions Chili Craft Fair
10:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Don’t miss this large gathering of vendors and artisans at the fairgrounds, just in time for the holiday season…grab a friend and join us...
Peanuts Great Pumpkin Patch Express
10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Ride our train to the Pumpkin Patch to meet with Peanutsâ„¢ characters Snoopy and Charlie Brown and bring home the perfect pumpkin!
The Metropolitan Opera: Live in HD - Otello (Verdi)
10:30am / Vallecito Room of the Student Union Building at Fort Lewis College
Aleksandrs Antonenko sings his first Met performances of the tormented Moor of Venice, with Sonya Yoncheva in her role debut as his wife, Desdemona, and...
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Fort Lewis College Football
12:00pm / Ray Denison Memorial Field
Skyhawks vs. Colorado Mesa
Harvest Festival
12:00pm / Durango Nursery and Supply
Durango Nursery and Supply is holding our annual Harvest Festival Saturday, Oct. 24th, from 12-5 pm. The event will feature live music from "Bob's Yr Uncle",...
Invert 101 Yoga Workshop
1:00pm / The Sweaty Buddha
Come learn tricks for opening and safely preparing the body for arm balances and inversions. Together we will break down the mechanics for balancing on...
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Farquarhts Reunion
5:00pm / VFW
Ralph Dinosaur and the Fabulous Volcanoes were a staple at the old Farquarhts. For those who remember the FAC... join the Farquarht's Reunion. Ralph and...
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CAPPA Labor Doula Training
6:00pm / Cafe of Life Chiropractic Center
Labor doulas are an emotional and phsyical support to women in birth. This training meets one of the requirements to become a certified labor doula with...
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A Tribute to John Denver with Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
A very special concert event comes to Durango at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College for one night only on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 7:30...
 Sunday, October 25th
CAPPA Labor Doula Training
8:30am / Mercy Regional Medical Center
This weekend training workshop is required to seek professional labor doula certification with CAPPA (cappa.net) The workshop will prepare women to assist...
Peanuts Great Pumpkin Patch Express
10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Ride our train to the Pumpkin Patch to meet with Peanutsâ„¢ characters Snoopy and Charlie Brown and bring home the perfect pumpkin!
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Traditional Irish Music Jam
12:30pm / The Irish Embassy Pub
Bring your instrument and join in or watch the live entertainment!
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Fort Lewis College Women's Soccer
1:00pm / Dirks Field
Skyhawks vs. MSU Denver
 Monday, October 26th
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Sacred Hawaiian Hula
10:00am / Dance Center, Smiley Building
Live your ALOHA with sacred Hawaiian Hula dance. Meditation-in-motion, soothing for the soul, healthy, fun discipline for the body. Mondays 10:15 AM and...
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Happy Hour Yoga
5:30pm / Ska Brewing World Headquarters
One Hour of Yoga (all Levels Welcome) One Pint of Beer (yoga first- sorry) $10.00 Please bring your mat.
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Beginning Macrame Bracelet Class
5:30pm / Beads and Beyond
This class will cover all of the basics of macramé; including the whole knot, the half knot (spiral), adding beads and finishing techniques. Students...
 Tuesday, October 27th
Live Online Q&A Audio Chat-- How Do We Grow Spiritually?
12:00pm / Christian Science Reading Room
Responding to questions from an online audience, the guest—a Christian Science healer—provides uplifting thoughts and examples. It’s...
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Durango Nature Studies' Full Moon Hike
6:00pm / Greenmount Cemetery
This October, join us on a special full moon hike that combines history and natural history. Not only is the Greemount Cemetary the perfect place to watch...
Super Ted's Super Trivia
6:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Hosted by Ted Holteen. 2-4-1 pint specials. Turn your useless knowledge into BEER!
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Avalanche Awareness Class
6:30pm / Powerhouse Science Center
Avalanche Awareness Class Tue. Oct. 27, 6:30-8:30pm FOSJ’s first class of the season will be held at the Powerhouse Science Center, 1333 Camino...
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Food for Change documentary film
7:00pm / Animas City Theatre
Food for Change tells the little-known story of the cooperative movement in the United States from the Great Depression to the present. The film examines...
 Wednesday, October 28th
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9th Annual Economic Summit
7:30am / Sky Ute Casino Resort
The annual Economic Summit has become the premier local professional conference for southwest Colorado and the Four Corners region. More than 300 small...
Public Trailwork Day
4:00pm / Overend Mountain Park
Trails 2000 invites all weekend warriors, trail blazers, wanderers and trail lovers alike to Public Trailwork Day on Wednesday, October 28, at Overend...
Skalloween Pumpkin Carving Contest
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Join us Wednesday, October 28th for our annual Skalloween Pumpkin Carving Contest. $12 to enter - includes your pumpkin, tools and a pint. Prizes: 1st...
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Robby Overfield
5:30pm / Kennebec
"Local Music Mix" Every Wednesday, 5:30 - 7:30pm Half priced wine specials make it a great night to celebrate.
FREE Stress LESS, Breathe MORE for happiness & *weight loss*
7:00pm / YogaDurango Main
Wednesday October 28th; 7:15-8:15pm ~ Yogadurango on Main Stress LESS, Breathe MORE for happiness & *weight loss* with Sarah Klein. Yup, its true, stress...
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Nagata Shachu
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
Rooted in the folk drumming traditions of Japan, Nagata Shachu’s goal is to rejuvenate the ancient art form of taiko through innovative and exciting...
 Thursday, October 29th
Pumpkin Gala
11:00am / The La Plata Family Centers Coalition
Come paint pumpkins, join in a scavenger hunt and decorate pumpkin shaped cookies at the Family Center!!! :-) Costumes are more than welcomed. Story...
Green Drinks
5:00pm / Carver Brewing Company - back room
Durango Green Drinks offers a place for anyone in the area to come, mingle, meet others and chat about local sustainability issues. This informal get-together...
Thrive! Living Wage Halloween Fun(d)raiser
5:00pm / The Red Snapper
Away with scary low wages! Join us for Shocking Halloween Cocktails, a Spooky Silent Auction, Sinister half-price Appetizers. Win a Prize for the best...
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#TBT Throwback Thursdays!
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Throwback Thursdays with throwback specials from The Container of Food! Beer specials and live music from Robbie Overfield.
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Sacred Hawaiian Hula
5:30pm / Dance Center, Smiley Building
Live your ALOHA with sacred Hawaiian Hula dance. Meditation-in-motion, soothing for the soul, healthy, fun discipline for the body. Mondays 10:15 AM and...
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One Garden at a Time - Farm to Table Dinner
6:00pm / Eolus Bar and Dinings Rooftop Patio
You're Invited! To our delicious annual fundraiser event to support school and community garden programs in La Plata County. Come celebrate the...
Rocky Horror Show-Live on Stage!
6:30pm / Henry Strater Theatre
2015 Rocky Horror Show – Live On Stage   Richard O'Brien's 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' once again comes to the Henry Strater Theatre this...
 Friday, October 30th
Exhibit: Slavery Days
10:00am / Durango Arts Center
Michael Brieger exhibits “Slavery Days”  October 30–November 21   Opening Reception: Friday, October 30 from 5–7...
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Fort Lewis College Men's Soccer
3:00pm / Dirks Field
Skyhawks vs. MSU Denver
Durango Mall Malloween
4:00pm / Durango Mall
Ghouls and Goblins! Join us for a pre- trick or treat.   12 and under.    Costume Contest and Halloween games!
Opening Reception: Slavery Days
5:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Michael Brieger exhibits “Slavery Days”  October 30–November 21   Opening Reception: Friday, October 30 from 5–7...
Halloween Eve: 'Dia de los Muertos' Painting Event
6:30pm / Cocktails & Creations
Join us Halloween Eve for painting tricks and treats, re-creating your very own masterpiece while sipping on eerily good cocktails, or be haunted by the...
Rocky Horror Show-Live on Stage!
6:30pm / Henry Strater Theatre
2015 Rocky Horror Show – Live On Stage   Richard O'Brien's 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' once again comes to the Henry Strater Theatre this...
13th Annual Pint 4 Pint Blood Drive
6:30pm / American Legion Hall
The Bootleggers Society is holding its annual blood drive for the United Blood Services.   Donate blood and receive a voucher for a free pint...
Spooky Halloween Band and Choir Concert
7:00pm / Community Concert Hall
Hear the Sinister Choirs and Haunted Band! Wear your costume and Trick-Or-Treat on the stage! Vote for your favorite Jack-O-Lantern! Adults $5 / Children...
Rocky Horror Show-Live on Stage!
9:30pm / Henry Strater Theatre
2015 Rocky Horror Show – Live On Stage   Richard O'Brien's 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' once again comes to the Henry Strater Theatre this...
 Saturday, October 31st
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LAST OF THE SEASON Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / First National Bank Parking Lot
Local Farm Fresh Food, Artisan Goods, Hot and Cold Beverages and Meals, Value-Added Goods, Live Music, and GREAT PEOPLE!
Peanuts Great Pumpkin Patch Express
10:00am / D&SNGRR
Ride our train to the Pumpkin Patch to meet with Peanutsâ„¢ characters Snoopy and Charlie Brown and bring home the perfect pumpkin!
The Metropolitan Opera: Live in HD - Tannhäuser (Wagner)
10:00am / Vallecito Room of the Student Union Building at Fort Lewis College
James Levine conducts Wagner’s early masterpiece in its first return to the Met stage in more than a decade. Today’s leading Wagnerian tenor,...
Three Springs Annual Fall Festival
11:00am / Three Springs
Join us at Three Springs for our biggest event of the year! October 31, 2015 11:00am – 2:00pm *Daytime Trick or Treating *Live Music *Anytime...
Halloween Tricks and Treats Painting Event
12:00pm / Cocktails & Creations
Kids, parents, grandparents and all those with whimsical inclination, join us at noon on Halloween for painting tricks and treats, re-creating your very...
Children's Halloween Downtown Durango
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Children 10 and under, dressed in costume and accompanied by a parent, are invited to trick or treat at up to 100 Downtown Durango merchants on Halloween...
Rocky Horror Show-Live on Stage!
7:00pm / Henry Strater Theatre
2015 Rocky Horror Show – Live On Stage   Richard O'Brien's 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' once again comes to the Henry Strater Theatre this...
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Chris Cagle
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
Chris Cagle’s self-proclaimed version of “redneck rock ‘n’ roll,” has been firing up audiences for more than a decade....
KDUR Halloween Ball
9:00pm / Animas City Theatre
KDUR HALLOWEEN BALL   A BENEFIT SHOW FOR KDUR COMMUNITY RADIO WITH SPECIAL GUEST   GAUDI ft. Danny Ladwa (LONDON,U.K),   Spark...
Rocky Horror Show-Live on Stage!
10:00pm / Henry Strater Theatre
2015 Rocky Horror Show – Live On Stage   Richard O'Brien's 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' once again comes to the Henry Strater Theatre this...
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