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Cortez
EVERY WEDNESDAY, Through March 21
Lenten services, each Wednesday through March 21 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 206 N. Dolores Road in Cortez. Soup supper is at 6 p.m.; service, at 7 p.m.
March For Our Lives, 1 p.m., Cortez City Park, Corner of Main & Market streets. In honor of those who lost their lives in Parkland, Florida, and all other school and nationwide shootings. Make your voices heard for the safety of our children. Details: Glynis Verrazano, 970-560-3014 or email wearetheresistance2020@gmail.com.
Holy Week Laity service, St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 110 W. North St. Details: Louie, 970-749-7886.
Holy Week Laity service, Church of the Nazarene, 514 N. Chestnut St. Details: Louie, 970-749-7886.
Holy Week Laity service, Montezuma Valley Presbyterian Church, 350 S. Washington St. Details: Louie, 970-749-7886.
Holy Week Laity service, First United Methodist Church, 515 Park St. Details: Louie, 970-749-7886.
Maundy Thursday, 7 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 208 N. Dolores Road.
Good Friday service, 7 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 208 N. Dolores Road.
Holy Week Laity service, Evangel Assembly of God, 209 W. Fifth St. Details: Louie, 970-749-7886.
Easter Sunday, 6:30 and 9 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church at 208 N. Dolores Road.
Easter Sunday brunch, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Cortez Elks. Public invited. Cost: $12. Bacon, ham, eggs, potatoes, biscuits and gravy. RSVP preferred. Details: 970-565-3557 after 4 p.m.
Montezuma County Public Health Department open house, 1:30-3:30 p.m., at 106 W. North St. Celebrate the power of prevention, advocating for healthy and fair policies, sharing strategies for successful partnerships and championing the role of a strong public health system. Details: 970-565-3056.
Glenn Miller Orchestra, 7 p.m. at Montezuma-Cortez High School’s Ralph E. Vavak Memorial Auditorium. Presented by SouthWest Colorado Concert Association. Details: Jason Witt, 970-570-9051.
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Spring Yard Sale fundraiser, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the old Walmart building in the Cortez Plaza Shopping Center, 2200 block of E. Main St. New treasures every day. Donations accepted at the building Tuesday, April 3, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Wednesday, April 11, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Volunteers needed! For early donation times and pickup of large items call: 970-565-PETS/7387.
Four Corners Home and Garden Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, Montezuma County Fairgrounds. Sponsorship packet: bit.ly/2AOQWos. Booth price and availability: bit.ly/2jA2kBa. Details: events@fourcornersbuilders.com.
“And A Little Child Shall Leave Us - Where?” will be the topic at the “How You Can Be Part of a Christian Community with Integrity and Not Believe All Those Things You Thought You Had to Believe,” at 6:30pm. Join us at St. Barnabas Church – 110 W. North St. Questions required. No answers promised. Details: 565-7865.
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Spring Yard Sale fundraiser, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the old Walmart building in the Cortez Plaza Shopping Center, 2200 block of E. Main St. New treasures every day. Donations accepted at the building on April 11, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Volunteers needed. Details: 970-565-PETS/7387.
2018 Community 9 Health Fair, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Montezuma-Cortez High School. Southwest Health System and the Montelores Early Childhood Council join forces. Showcase your services and provide education to all ages. Details: 4cornershealthfair@gmail.com.
Cortez Middle School PTO, 5:15 p.m. in the CMS library. Dinner and child care provided.
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s monthly board meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Discussion will include the group’s finances, pet assistance programs, Spring Yard Sale results and upcoming Pet Vaccination Clinic. All are welcome! Details: (970) 565-PETS/7387.
Application deadline for Four Corners Master of Social Work degree program, by the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work. Reduced tuition for two-year program. Classes on Fridays and Saturdays in Durango. Liberal arts degree required. Details: Wanda Ellingson, at 970-247-9773 or email wellings@du.edu.
Free nondenominational silent meditation, in the Johnson Building, 7 p.m., 925 Broadway, No. 184. Call 970-560-2822.
Cortez Public Library computer and tech tutoring, 202 N. Park. Call 970-565-8117 or visit the library for an appointment.
The Cortez Emblem Club 261 meets, 5:30 p.m., the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details and to confirm: President Judi Lichliter at 970-565-7370.
The Montelores Early Childhood Council’s monthly luncheon, 11:45 a.m., in downstairs meeting room 110, in the Johnson Building, 925 S. Broadway. Public is invited. RSVP for lunch to Vangi McCoy, 970-749-7017. Bring your beverage.
Cowboy Church potluck dinner, 6 p.m., followed by music by the Stagecoach Band and a message by Pastor Mark Baker, 7 p.m., Lewis Arriola Community Center, 8 miles north of Cortez and west on Road S off U.S. 491. Details: 970-565-4194. Fellowship with music and a message.
American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meets, 7 p.m., the Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Details: 565-8151.
The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen meet, 7 p.m., the Southwest Memorial Physicians building, 20 S. Market St. Details: 970-882-4255, mesaverdehorsemen.com.
Diabetes support group meets, 3:30–5 p.m., Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Learn to manage diabetes. Share ideas. Sessions are free and open to anyone with Type 1 or 2 diabetes. Details: Laura White, RD, 970-564-2276.
Montezuma County Democratic Women meet, 11:30 a.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: Tulli Kerstetter, tgkaction@gmail.com.
Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Email Jan Gardner at montezumagop@gmail.com or call 970-565-2197.
Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss Support Group meets, 5-6:30 p.m., Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Share ideas and exchange information. Free. Details: Laura White, 970-564-2276.
Montezuma County Democrats meet, and all are welcome. Details: Tamara Hamilton, secretary, hamiltontamaras@gmail.com or 970-565-4067.
Caregiver/Advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer’s, dementia or chronic illness, noon at Vista Mesa Assisted Living, 1206 N. Mildred Road. Lunch. Details: 259-0122.
The Disabled American Veterans’ monthly meeting, The Veterans Outreach Center, 7 W. First St., Cortez. Lunch at noon, meeting at 12:30 p.m. Details: 560-2793.
Be surrounded by the sense of Mystery during Evensong, contemplative, candlelit, chanted evening meditation, 7 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 970-565-7865.
Four Corners Square Dancers dance, 6:30 p.m., Kemper Elementary School. Details: 970-739-3385, 970-749-9682, 970-565-9836.
The Ute Mountain High School Rodeo Team meets, 6 p.m., outdoor arena at the fairgrounds. Details: Karen, 970-560-2657.
The Cortez Beading Guild meets, 5 p.m. Cortez Public Library conference room. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.
Support group for people with disabilities meets, 2–3:30 p.m. at 2409 Empire St. Sponsored by the Southwest Center for Independence. Details: 970-570-8001 or Luanne@swilc.org.
The Montezuma County Historical Society meets for a no-host luncheon, 11:30 a.m. The public is invited to attend. Call Ann Wilson Brown at 565-2747 for the meeting place.
The Southwest Art League meets, each month. Details and locations, 970-882-4770.
Mayor’s Office Hours, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Mesa Verde Room at Cortez City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Ave.
Montezuma County Hospital District monthly board of directors meets, 6-8 p.m. Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Public is welcome. Details: 970-564-2146.
The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets, 7 p.m. at various locations. Beginners and experts welcome. Details: Tom, 970-882-7360.
Montezuma County Republican Women meet, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse at Veach and Main streets. All are welcome. Details: Rosemarie Beall, 970-564-1576.
Free estate planning seminar, 5-7 p.m., Vectra Bank Conference Room, 350 W. Montezuma Ave. Overview of estate planning issues, including wills, trusts, living wills, powers of attorney. RSVP at erin@fone.net. Details: 303-588-2695.
Free Supermarket Tours, noon to 1 p.m. A dietitian from Southwest Health System will conduct a free supermarket tour to help explain food labels, healthy choices, food budgets. Space is limited. Call 970-564-2275 for the store location and to register.
The Compassionate Friends Four Corners Chapter, for Families Following the Death of a Child, 7 p.m., Hospice Building, 1345 S. Broadway, Cortez. Use kitchen entrance. Call Cherie at 970-565-6480 or Debbie at 970-565-4732.
Wound Care 360 Series, presented by Jodi Harris (PT, CWS), 5-6 p.m., Southwest Memorial Hospital, 1311 N. Mildred Road. RSVP to mhigman@swhealth.org.
The Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Call 970-565-3414.
Caregiver/advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer’s, dementia or chronic illness, 6 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St.
Literary Fridays at the Library, 10 a.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St.
Christian Motorcycle Association Cortez Chapter, 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. chapter meeting and 10 a.m. ride (weather permitting). At Montezuma Mexican Restaurant, 18396 Colorado 145, Dolores. Details: Steve Reed, 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.
The Cortez Fire Protection District’s CPR and first-aid certification classes, 9 a.m., Station 1, 30 N. Ash St. Courses are six to eight hours and include CPR/AED, CPR/AED and first aid, health care provider CPR. Minimum class size is four. Register: 970-565-3157.
The 4 Corners Republican Women’s Club meets, each month at 11:30 a.m. for lunch and social at the Shiloh Steakhouse. Meeting begins at noon. Details: Visit our Facebook page, @4CornersRW, or call Jan at 970-560-2197.
Free Family Law Post-order clinic, 4-7 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. One-on-one consulting on how to change or restrict parenting time, change or collect child support, relocate with children. Email jcuesta@colegalserve.org or call 800-521-6968.
The Cortez Beading Guild meets, noon in the Cortez Public Library conference room, 202 N. Park St. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.
Embrace Grace, a free support group for pregnant women of all ages, 6:30 p.m. at Community of Believers Church, 23826 County Road G. Details: Debbie at 970-739-2344 or email hot_rod_jorg@yahoo.com or Zandra at 970-764-0920 or email communityofbelievers41113@gmail.com.
Trivia, 7 p.m. at Blondie’s, 45 E. Main St.
Dolores River Anglers Trout Unlimited fly-tying classes, 7-9 p.m. Feb. 5 through March 5 in the cafeteria/commons of Southwest Memorial Hospital. First 30 participants accepted. Cost: $10 for all 5 classes. Reservations: 970-759-0175 or risetotheflyanglers@hotmail.com.
Four Corners Community Band practice, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Market and North streets. Musicians playing at least at the high school level are welcome. Email 4cornerscommunityband@gmail.com or visit “Four Corners Community Band” on Facebook. The band is suuported in part by Onward! A Legacy Foundation and by the city of Cortez.
One-on-one computer and tech tutoring, Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117 or at the library.
United Search and Rescue, SARTECH academy for new members, 6 p.m. Call Troy, 739-9006.
The Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol meets, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the American Legion building, 420 N. Harrison St.
The Cortez Public Library’s Family Entertainment Series, 2 p.m., 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117.
Open Mic, 7 p.m. at Blondie’s. Details: 739-4944.
Bridge players needed, 1:30 p.m., Montezuma Valley Presbyterian Church, 305 S. Washington St. Everyone is invited; entry level and up. Mentors welcome. Details: 970-565-6088 or 565-7024.
Master’s Swimming Group with Mesa Verde Aquatics Club, 6-7:30 a.m. Swim with coach Kevin Ketterer at the Cortez Rec Center. All levels welcome. Entry fee at rec center and $35 a month to MVAC.
Tai chi class, 10:30-11:45 a.m., Cortez Rec Center, 425 Roger Smith Ave. Exercise for strength and health. Cost: $4. Details: instructor Donna Hicks, 970-564-4080 or 435-705-3412, donnahicks42@yahoo.com.
Sitting in the quiet, meditation, contemplation, centering prayer, 12:15–12:45 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 970-565-7865.
Karaoke at Blondie’s Trophy Room, 8 p.m. to midnight. Details: 970-739-4944.
Community Class, “Dynamics of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault,” 5:30-7:30 p.m., Feb. 1 through March 14. Join Renew for a free community training and skills for supporting victims/survivors. Open to all future employees, potential volunteers and interested community members. Details and registration: 970-565-7865.
Raising Readers Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Older children may join for a craft at 11:15 a.m. Topics: The Color Green, March 15; Spring, March 22.; Vincent Van Gogh, March 29.
Raising Readers Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Older children may join for a craft at 11:15 a.m. Topics: Favorite Author/Illustrator, Beatrix Potter, April 5; National Poetry Month, April 12; Earth Day, April 19; Space, April 26.
Bingo at the Cortez Elks Club, 2100 N. Dolores Road. Early-bird game at 6:45 p.m., with others to follow. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with food and beverages available. Pots vary in payoffs with two progressive payoff games. Special giveaways at different times.
The Montezuma County Senior Center senior dance, 7-9 p.m., 107 N. Chestnut St. Details: Nita Warner, 970-565-9855.
Overeaters Anonymous weekly meetings, 8 p.m. at the Cortez Dental office, 43 W. Montezuma Ave. (corner of Montezuma and Chestnut). Details: 970-799-2183.
“Healthier Living Colorado – Diabetes” program, 1-3:30 p.m., Southwest Memorial Hospital, 1311 N. Mildred Road. Use the Kiva Entrance on the west side of the hospital campus, the fourth door on the left. Free. Offered by Southwest Health and the Consortium for Older Adult Wellness, https://coaw.org. Register: Jamie Ritthaler, RN, at 970-564-2352 or email jritthaler@swhealth.org.
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly), 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-882-4369.
Genesis Study utilizing Chuck Misler’s Genesis Commentary, 6:30 p.m. at Tree of Life In’Jesus, 1509 Colorado Highway 145. Ongoing discussion, praise and worship after. Workbook and notes are optional. Details: 970-562-6311.
Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered, 12-step program at Rock Springs Church campus, U.S. Highway 160, 2 miles east of the fairgrounds. CR Café at 6-7 p.m., large learning group, 7-8 p.m., open share 8-9 p.m. Child care is provided.
Free silent nondenominational silent meditation, 10 a.m. at The Woozledoozer, 925 S. Broadway, No. 211. Call 970-560-2822 (Pixy).
The Unitarian Universalists, 10:30 a.m. upstairs in the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St., with presentations on comparative philosophies and religions. Details: 970-677-4189.
Course in Miracles meeting, 7-9 p.m., two miles north on Road 25. All are welcome. Details: Larry, 970-565-4286.
Inner Peace Meditation, Free non-denominational teaching and meditation on the mind. 9 a.m., Heart and Core Yoga Studio, 30 W. Main St.
Dolores
Dolores
The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County hosts a “Legislative LowDown,” with state Sen. Don Coram and state Rep. Marc Catlin at 2 p.m. at the Dolores Public Library. Details: Eleanor Kuhl 564-0708.
Wilderness 101: What Citizens Need to Know, 3:30 p.m., Anasazi Heritage Center, 27501 Colorado Highway 184. Dolores What is wilderness? What are wilderness study areas (WSAs – there are 3 in Canyons of the Ancients). How are wilderness areas designated? How are they managed? And why should we care? Learn about wilderness, wilderness study areas, wilderness policies and management with Chris Barns, retired BLM Wilderness Representative. Details: Diane McBride at 970-560-1643 or swcocanyons@gmail.com.
Montelores Baptist Church’s pulled pork dinner and concert by the Gospel Quartet Anthem, 6-8:30 p.m., at 18375 CR 23.5 off Colorado. 184 across from Narraguinnep Reservoir. Free admission, donations accepted for dinner and concert. Details: 970-882-2418.
Food Justice Symposium, 6 p.m., Sophia Retreat and Event Center, 19581 County Road 31. Doors open at 6 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Community members address racism in the food system in the Four Corners Region. Tickets: $25 at the door. Details: https://www.icollectiveinc.org/
Dolores Mountain Quilters meet, 10 a.m., Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. Guests and visitors are welcome. Details: http://www.doloresmountainquilters.org or Judy Bryan at 970-739-9994.
Dolores secondary PTO meets, 3:45 p.m., Mr. Thurston’s office. Email Heather Alvarez at halvarez0722@gmail.com or call Tif at 903-8752.
K9 Search & Rescue Team meets at the Dog House, 7:30 p.m. for training. Open to the public. Volunteers needed for response, training, administration. No dogs needed. Details: 970-882-4746.
Christian Motorcycle Association Cortez Chapter, 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. chapter meeting and 10 a.m. ride (weather permitting). At Montezuma Mexican Restaurant, 18396 Colorado 145. Details: Steve Reed, 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.
Bright Babies, at 10 a.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Infants and their caregivers are invited to Bright Babies, a 30-minute program with stories, sensory play and signs. Details: 882-4127 or DoloresLibrary.org.
Technology/software help with Microsoft Word, email, digital pictures, etc. Free at 2-5 p.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Details: 970-882-4127.
Civil Air Patrol Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron meets, 6:30–8:30 p.m. at K9 Search & Rescue in Dolores. Details: Debrah Archer, 970-759-5669.
Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm, 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. Details: 903-6153.
Storytime program, 10-10:30 a.m., at Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. A half-hour of storytelling, interactive songs, snack and a fun theme-based activity for preschoolers and their caregivers. Details: 970-882-4127.
Tutorial Thursday, 2 p.m. at Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Learn a new tech skill every Thursday with other beginners in this weekly class. Details: 970-882-4127
Preschool Storytime, Preschool children and caregivers are invited to storytime, 10 a.m. in the Dolores Public Library meeting room, 1002 Railroad Ave. Details: DoloresLibrary.org or 970-882-4127.
Mancos
Mancos
“The Mask You Live In,” a film about boys and men who struggle with ideas about masculinity, 7 p.m. at the Mancos Public Library, 211 E. First St. A discussion follows the film. Details: 970-533-7600.
The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 and Auxiliary meets, 7 p.m., 136 Grand Ave. Information: Commander Rick Rohsner, 970-560-3655; Auxiliary President Beverly Humiston-Scott, 970-759-1332. The VFW meets at the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St.
Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 5 p.m. at Mancos Valley Visitor Center, 101 E Bauer Ave. Public welcome. Details: 970-533-7434.
Teen Movie Nights at the Mancos Public Library, 7-10 p.m. in the Mancos Public Library Community Meeting Room. View a movie on the library’s big screen. Snacks provided. Details and schedule: 970-533-7600.
The Mancos Water Conservancy District board meeting, 7 p.m. at the district’s office, 42599 Road N, Mancos. Details: Gary Kennedy, 970-533-7325.
A free legal self-help clinic, for Montezuma County parties without an attorney, 2-3 p.m. at the Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Volunteer attorneys will assist one-on-one, via computer link. First-come, first-served. Details: 970-533-7600.
Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets, 7 p.m., at guild members’ shops. Learn what we’re on. Share tips and techniques. Members’ specialties include lathe work, carving, fine furniture. Open to the public. Details: Bob Ower at 970-565- 4178.
The Mancos Community Dinners, 6:30 p.m. each month at Mount Lookout Grange in Mancos (680 Grand Ave). Pay-what-you-can dinner, bring a dish if you want. To help or donate, call Gretchen, 509-830-4380.
Monthly Civil Air Patrol Senior Squadron, monthly meeting, at 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church of Mancos, 150 N. Walnut St. Call 970-759-7012.
The Mancos Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 211 W. First St. Details: 533-7600.
Knit or crochet at the Mancos Public Library, 6-7 p.m. Teens and adults are welcome. Free. Limited supplies of knitting materials, so bring your own if possible. Sign up at mancoslibrary.org or call 970-533-7600, ext. 206; or email kgraf@mancoslibrary.org.
Kids Storytime at the Mancos Public Library, 10:30-11:30 a.m. A bilingual, seasonal storytime for ages birth through 6 years old.
Yoga Flow with Lily, 9:30-11 a.m. at the Grange. Call 847-819-2039.
Game Daze, 3:45-5 p.m., Mancos Public Library. For kids 8-12; opportunities to play computer games.
Mancos Farmers Market, 4-7 p.m., downtown, at the Mancos Times/Mancos Common Press building. Live music. Bring chairs. Get veggies and make friends.
Durango
Durango
Drought workshop, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. Prepare yourself, and your land and animals for drought (currently extreme drought, D3, conditions). Hosted by the CSU Extension. Cost: $20. Details: 970-382-6464.
Saturday, March 24
Legislative Lowdown, with League of Women Voters of La Plata County, La Plata government officials and Sen. Don Coram and Rep. Barbara McLachlan, 10:30-12:30 p.m., Durango Public Library. Meet, listen and ask questions about activities of current governmental session. Details: www.lwvlaplata.org.
Southwest Water Conservation District’s Annual Water Seminar, “Weathering the Weather. Registration at 8 a.m., seminar 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Doubletree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio. Cost: $45 in advance, $50 at the door. Details: 970-247-1302.
ServSafe food safety training, developed by the National Restaurant Association, will be held April 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and April 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds Extension building, 2500 Main Ave. After completing the test with 75 percent or higher, participants will receive a ServSafe certificate, valid for five years. Cost is $120 per person, and $8 for a second employee. The exam is an additional $37. Bring a laptop. Details: 970-382-6461. Pre-registration and payment due April 10.
