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November 2011 Events

 Tuesday, November 1st
Forks Over Knives
8:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
What has happened to us? Despite the most advanced medical technology in the world, we are sicker than ever by nearly every measure. Two out of every...
 Wednesday, November 2nd
Julie Fowlis - Music of the Scottish Isles with special guest, Giant's Dance
7:00pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
With mesmerizing vocal power, the gracious Julie Fowlis brings centuries-old songs from the windswept islands of the Outer Hebrides, west of the Isle of...
Forks Over Knives
8:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
What has happened to us? Despite the most advanced medical technology in the world, we are sicker than ever by nearly every measure. Two out of every...
 Thursday, November 3rd
The First Grader
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In a small, remote mountain top primary school in the Kenyan bush, hundreds of children are jostling for a chance for the free education newly promised...
Ska Brewing Happy Hour
5:00pm / SKA Brewing
Thursday happy hour 5-8pm at SKA brewing includes free appetizers, beer specials & LIVE music by singer-songwriter,Thom Rader
The First Grader
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In a small, remote mountain top primary school in the Kenyan bush, hundreds of children are jostling for a chance for the free education newly promised...
Jack Ten High
9:30pm / The Summit
Get yer RocknBlues-grass jam Party on 'cause this incredible ensemble of some of Durango Colorado’s wildest pickers is no surprise to the Bluegrass...
 Friday, November 4th
Steamworks Firkin Friday
3:00pm / Steamworks Brewing Co.
What would Thanksgiving be without pumpkin pie, and to get in the spirit of the season, Steamworks Brewing Co. will tap its own version of the traditional...
The First Grader
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In a small, remote mountain top primary school in the Kenyan bush, hundreds of children are jostling for a chance for the free education newly promised...
Jude Bischoff: Art Show, Talk and Sale
4:00pm / Rochester Hotel Lobby
Jude will be speaking on The Creative Muse: Channeling Inspiration into Amazing Results. His art will be up just for the weekend and the reception will...
Gypsy Jazz & 1940s Zoot Suit Extravaganza with Le Chat Lunatique
4:30pm / Durango Arts Center
4:00-4:30 - Pick up dinner, beer and door prize tickets @ DAC   4:30-5:30 - Dinner available at Cosmo  (Beer tickets can be used at...
Mountain Film on Tour
7:00pm / Durango Nature Studies
Duango Nature Studies Presents MOUNTAINFILM ON TOUR 2011   Join Durango Nature Studies for our third annual fall fundraiser.   Place:...
FLC Music Department An Evening of Romance with the FLC Chamber Choir
7:00pm / Roshong Recital Hall at FLC
Johannes Brahms, Liebeslieder Waltzes and solo songs celebrating the art of love
The First Grader
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In a small, remote mountain top primary school in the Kenyan bush, hundreds of children are jostling for a chance for the free education newly promised...
Cheryl Wheeler
8:00pm / Henry Strater Theatre
You may not be familiar with Cheryl, but you have probably heard her music. She is very respected as a songwriter by her peers, which can be seen by how...
 Saturday, November 5th
Hesperus Ski Swap
8:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Join us for Hesperus Mountain Ski Patrol's 48th Annual Ski Swap.   New & used ski and snowboard equipment, clothing, ski passes and more!...
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
9:00am / Durango Public Library
Join us at the Durango Library for a Pancake Breakfast to help raise funds for Environmental Awareness & Education benefitting the children of the 4 Corners...
The First Grader
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In a small, remote mountain top primary school in the Kenyan bush, hundreds of children are jostling for a chance for the free education newly promised...
KSUT’s 18th Annual Member Party and Silent Auction
5:30pm / Ska Brewing
All kinds of great music and cool loot being assembled this week for KSUT’s 18th annual Member Party and Silent Auction at Ska Brewing on Saturday...
Shawn McDonald Concert
7:00pm / The Smiley Building
Shawn McDonald will be live in concert with local artist Tim Spishock opening the show!
The First Grader
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In a small, remote mountain top primary school in the Kenyan bush, hundreds of children are jostling for a chance for the free education newly promised...
The Stand Up Dads
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
Billed as “Comedy for parents by parents,” The Stand Up Dads explores the grist of fatherhood and suburban life, from child birth to adolescence, and...
Durango Dot Comedy
8:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Durango DOT Comedy sprang from the fertile loins of the eternal Spitting Nonsense Improvisation group. Jonathan Hunt, Darrin Stevens and Michael Jordan...
Chali 2na & The House of Vibe Live Band
9:00pm / Abbey Theatre
Chali 2na is an MC for the hip-hop group Jurassic 5 and was a founding member of the racially activist salsa funk band Ozomatli. With one of the most well...
 Sunday, November 6th
Traditional Irish Music Jam Session
12:30pm / The Irish Embassy Pub
Performers sing and play traditional songs and tunes from the Irish, English and Scottish traditions, using instruments such as the fiddle, accordion,...
The First Grader
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In a small, remote mountain top primary school in the Kenyan bush, hundreds of children are jostling for a chance for the free education newly promised...
Michael Martin Murphey concert
6:00pm / Henry Strater Theatre
Michael Martin Murphey in Concert – Fundraiser for Mountain Middle School Michael Martin Murphey and the Rio Grande Band with Pat Flynn will...
The First Grader
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In a small, remote mountain top primary school in the Kenyan bush, hundreds of children are jostling for a chance for the free education newly promised...
Michael Martin Murphey concert
8:00pm / Henry Strater Theatre
Michael Martin Murphey in Concert – Fundraiser for Mountain Middle School Michael Martin Murphey and the Rio Grande Band with Pat Flynn will...
 Tuesday, November 8th
Rocky Mountain PBS Community Cinema
8:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Free screening of award winning Independent Lens documentary: "We Still Live Here: As Nutayunean" the story of the Wampanoag who saved the Pilgrims from...
Attack of La Nina: A Ski Film by MSP Films
9:00pm / Abbey Theatre
MSP's latest triumph, "Attack of La Nina", chronicles the deepest North American winter in recent history. This new film follows in the footsteps of "The...
 Thursday, November 10th
SASO's 3rd Annual Collaborative Chef Showcase
6:30pm / Henry Strater Theatre
SASO's premiere annual fundraiser brings the talents of 6 fine chefs to the Historic Henry Strater Theatre for a night of fine dining to benefit Sexual...
Breakthroughs! from Dirty Coal to Clean Energy
7:03pm / FLC Student Union Vallecito Rm
The Smart Energy Committee of SASCO presents a free presentation by the C.L.E.A.N. Energy Traveling Team on solutions learned from Germany's successful...
THIRD
7:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
Merely Players presents THIRD, a contemporary drama by Wendy Wasserstein! Directed by Mona Wood-Patterson ~ Technical Direction by Charles Ford   ...
Charley Orlando
9:30pm / The Summit
Charley Orlando brings to mind the richness, soul and intelligence of the folk- rock movement at its best. - Post Standard, Syracuse,NY   After...
 Friday, November 11th
Main Ave. Veterans Parade
11:00am / Downtown Durango
Each year on the 11th day of the 11th month at 11 am, our local veterans, their families and friends organize the Main Ave. Veterans Day Parade. Come on...
Dancing Earth
7:00pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
The indigenous dance collective Dancing Earth embodies the unique essence of a distinctive world view. Primal and contemporary, the company’s dances...
THIRD
7:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
Merely Players presents THIRD, a contemporary drama by Wendy Wasserstein! Directed by Mona Wood-Patterson ~ Technical Direction by Charles Ford   ...
The Gourds
9:30pm / Henry Strater Theatre
This is the great American band. This is The Gourds!   You would think that after multiple albums and seventeen years of touring coast-to-coast...
 Saturday, November 12th
St. Mark's Community Christmas Bazaar
8:30am / St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Enjoy Arts, Crafts & Baked Goods. Famous Cinnamon Rolls & Lunch.
Pine River Senior Center's Third Annual Arts & Crafts Bazaar
9:00am / Pine River Senior Center
Silent auction, baked goods sale, concessions & live entertainment by The Worleys. All proceeds benefit the Pine River Senior Center. Public flyer is...
Artisan's Holiday Gift Show & Sale
9:00am / The Strater Hotel
Come see an eclectic blend of hand crafted work by fourteen local artisans. Artwork includes pottery, glass, jewelry, metalwork, mosaics, knitted and felted...
Sustainability as Art, Live Jazz Concert
6:00pm / Strater Hotel, Pullman Room
Support Sustainable Community Awareness with a live jazz show in Durango, CO!   Brought to you by Rain Fuel: Grassroots Sustainability......
Boulder Acoustic Society
7:30pm / Henry Strater Theatre
Boulder Acoustic Society is a band of four young musicians ready to take audiences to the edge of American roots music. Americana, Gospel, and the Blues...
THIRD
7:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
Merely Players presents THIRD, a contemporary drama by Wendy Wasserstein! Directed by Mona Wood-Patterson ~ Technical Direction by Charles Ford   ...
Uncle Kracker Live in Concert
8:00pm / Sky Ute Casino
Sky Ute Casino Resort celebrates it's 3rd anniversary with Uncle Kracker live in concert - "Its good to be me tour".
Old North State w/ Waiting On Trial
9:30pm / The Summit
The Brothers Wray know hard work, dedication, and determination pay off.    Somewhere between training with the National Outdoor Leadership...
 Sunday, November 13th
Artisan's Holiday Gift Show & Sale
9:00am / The Strater Hotel
Come see an eclectic blend of hand crafted work by fourteen local artisans. Artwork includes pottery, glass, jewelry, metalwork, mosaics, knitted and felted...
Alexander Murray Faculty Recital - Marc Reed, Trumpet & Lisa Campi, Piano
3:00pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
FLC Music Department Alexander Murray Faculty Recital - Marc Reed, Trumpet & Lisa Campi, Piano
Centro-Matic | Polica
8:00pm / Abbey Theatre
By some counts, the number of Centro-matic or related releases is in the hundreds at this point; three EPs, a soundtrack cut and a cassingle were released...
 Monday, November 14th
Fort Lewis Telemark Club Double Feature
7:00pm / Fort Lewis Noble Hall 130
A film by Telemark Skier Magazine - Loyalty 2011 Tour & Sweetgrass Productions Solitaire.   Door open at...
 Tuesday, November 15th
Classic Albums Live - Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours"
7:00pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
Classic Albums Live literally takes classic rock albums and recreates the music live, on stage - note for note, cut for cut. Founded in 2003 by Craig Martin,...
 Thursday, November 17th
THIRD
7:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
Merely Players presents THIRD, a contemporary drama by Wendy Wasserstein! Directed by Mona Wood-Patterson ~ Technical Direction by Charles Ford   ...
The Congress
9:30pm / The Summit
Although young in age, Denver quartet The Congress has established itself as a musical tour-de-force across the nation since the group began touring in...
 Friday, November 18th
Gardenswartz Extravaganza
9:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Gardenswartz 83rd Anniversary EXTRAVAGANZA is here!   Best Ever Deals! SAVE 20% to 60% on the Brands you know and trust!   Also...
The Polar Express
5:15pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
Bruce Anderson Benefit Polar Express Train
6:50pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will donate all proceeds from the Friday, November 18, 2011 6:50 pm Polar Express train to Bruce Anderson's...
THIRD
7:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
Merely Players presents THIRD, a contemporary drama by Wendy Wasserstein! Directed by Mona Wood-Patterson ~ Technical Direction by Charles Ford   ...
Sapient
9:00pm / Abbey Theatre
As an emcee, Sapient has collaborated with highly respected artists such as Cage, The Grouch, Eyedea, and Pigeon John. In addition to staying busy on the...
Benjamin K
9:30pm / The Summit
"It's a booty shakin sort of a thing. This guy, Mr. Benjamin K, is a graduate of Fort Lewis College with a major in Art Education. He teaches by day, folds...
 Saturday, November 19th
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Seconds Sale
9:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds, Extension Building
The annual fall Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Seconds Sale is your chance to stock up on great items just in time for the holidays at a fraction of...
Gardenswartz Extravaganza
9:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Gardenswartz 83rd Anniversary EXTRAVAGANZA is here!   Best Ever Deals! SAVE 20% to 60% on the Brands you know and trust!   Also...
International Survivors of Suicide Day
11:00am / Fort Lewis College, Noble Hall 130
Saturday, November 19th, International Survivors of Suicide Day is a day of healing for those who are bereaved after suicide. With the American Foundation...
THIRD
2:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Merely Players presents THIRD, a contemporary drama by Wendy Wasserstein! Directed by Mona Wood-Patterson ~ Technical Direction by Charles Ford   ...
Rocky Mountain PBS Community Cinema
2:00pm / Durango Discovery Museum
Want to be the most interesting guest at your Thanksgiving dinner? Come learn all about the cultural revival in Massachusetts for the Wampanoag. Their...
The Polar Express
5:15pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
The Polar Express
6:50pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
THIRD
7:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
Merely Players presents THIRD, a contemporary drama by Wendy Wasserstein! Directed by Mona Wood-Patterson ~ Technical Direction by Charles Ford   ...
Kentucky Deluxe
9:30pm / The Summit
Come out and join us at the Summit for a late night of rowdy Americana!!! As always we'll be rockin yo socks off till late! See ya there...
 Sunday, November 20th
Gardenswartz Extravaganza
10:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Gardenswartz 83rd Anniversary EXTRAVAGANZA is here!   Best Ever Deals! SAVE 20% to 60% on the Brands you know and trust!   Also...
Traditional Irish Music Jam Session
12:30pm / The Irish Embassy Pub
Performers sing and play traditional songs and tunes from the Irish, English and Scottish traditions, using instruments such as the fiddle, accordion,...
San Juan Symphony ~ Community
3:00pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
Gemma Kavanagh, soprano   Durango Choral Society, Linda Mack Berven, director   Caliente Choristers, Virginia...
After Dark
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After Dark  http://level1productions.com/movies/after-dark/   Raffles at EACH SHOW!!!   Directed and Produced by Josh Berman   Principal...
After Dark
6:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
After Dark  http://level1productions.com/movies/after-dark/   Raffles at EACH SHOW!!!   Directed and Produced by Josh Berman   Principal...
After Dark
9:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After Dark  http://level1productions.com/movies/after-dark/   Raffles at EACH SHOW!!!   Directed and Produced by Josh Berman   Principal...
 Wednesday, November 23rd
The Polar Express
5:15pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
The Polar Express
6:50pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
 Thursday, November 24th
Turkey Trot
10:00am / Fort Lewis College
5 Mile Race & 1 Mile Fun Run. Fun and scenic course around FLC and Hillcrest area, lots of great prizes, and a gobble contest!   Early Registration:...
25th Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner
12:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Everyone is invited is invited to the 25th Annual Community Thanksgiving dinner. The tables will be set and decorated, and the turkey and all the trimmings...
 Friday, November 25th
Being Elmo
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with...
Singing with Santa & Holiday Tree Lighting
5:00pm / Downtown Durango
Santa and Mrs. Claus will lead the procession as we carol from College and Main to Buckley Park. Once we arrive at Buckley Park we will count down and...
The Polar Express
5:15pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
The Polar Express
6:50pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
Being Elmo
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with...
The Polar Express
8:25pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
 Saturday, November 26th
Being Elmo
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with...
The Polar Express
5:15pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
The Polar Express
6:50pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
Being Elmo
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with...
The Polar Express
8:25pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
 Sunday, November 27th
Traditional Irish Music Jam Session
12:30pm / The Irish Embassy Pub
Performers sing and play traditional songs and tunes from the Irish, English and Scottish traditions, using instruments such as the fiddle, accordion,...
Being Elmo
2:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with...
Being Elmo
4:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with...
The Polar Express
5:15pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
The Polar Express
6:50pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
The Polar Express
6:50pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The award-winning book comes to life on this magical journey to the North Pole and back. The journey begins November 18 and runs through December 28. All...
Being Elmo
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with...
 Tuesday, November 29th
Rocky Mountain PBS Community Cinema - 3 free screenings
10:00am / Ignacio Public Library
Ignacio Public Library presents 3 more chances to see the award winning "We Still Live Here: As Nutayunean" with three showings on November 29 —...
Jazz Ensembles
7:00pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
FLC Music Department - Jazz Ensembles
Being Elmo
8:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with...
 Wednesday, November 30th
Warren Miller's ...Like There's No Tomorrow
5:30pm / Smiley Theater
Durango Winter Sports Foundation and Warren Miller Entertainment brings you its 62nd winter sports film, Warren Miller's . . . Like There’s No Tomorrow....
Being Elmo
8:30pm / The Back Space Theatre
Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with...
An Evening with Keller Williams
9:00pm / Abbey Theatre
Keller Williams (also known as K-Dub and the Jam-Man) is a one man jam band from Fredericksburg, Virginia. A self-taught, percussive, and rhythmic musician,...
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