Durango Devo to launch inaugural film festival

Durango Devo will host its inaugural Film Festival from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Powerhouse Science Center, 1333 Camino del Rio.

The festival will show a diverse lineup of short films that celebrate mountain biking and outdoor sports. Devo’s own riders and alumni, local artists and filmmakers, as well as renowned production houses have submitted the films. The night will conclude with a premiere showing of Anthill Productions’ “Return to Earth.”

Food and beverages will be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the Colorado high school mountain bike league teams of Durango High School and Animas High School.

Cost is free for Durango Devo members, $20 for nonmembers and $10 for standing room only.

Tickets are available online at www.durangodevo.com.