Montezuma County Sheriff’s Awards Presentation, 5:30-7 p.m., Montezuma-Cortez High School, Ralph Vavak Theater, 418 S. Sligo St. The Montezuma County Sheriff’s Office will host its annual awards presentation. The public is invited.
Create a Vision Board w/Dawn, 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Create a personalized vision board for 2026 goals. All supplies provided. No experience needed. $10.
League of Women Voters-Montezuma County, 10:15 a.m.-noon, Cortez Library, 202 N. Park St. Recycling update for county with three guest speakers. Free. Contact: cclementson@fone.net or (970) 529-3746.
Goathead, 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Live Americana music by Goathead. Free professional beard portraits included. Contest with prize. $5 cover.
Zumba dance classes, 6:15 p.m., Cortez Recreation Center, 425 N. Roger Smith Ave. Classes will be held Mondays and Wednesdays. Free with recreation center membership or $5 for non-members. (970) 564-4080.
National Sticker Day at the ZU, 5-8 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Make custom stickers, swap collections, and help create a community sticker door mural collaboration. Free.
International Kite Day at the ZU, 5-8 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Decorate kites indoors with provided supplies. Finished kites hang from gallery lights. Drop in anytime. Free.
Life Affirming Discussions, 3-4 p.m., Cortez Public Library. Join us for connection, support, and learning. Different discussions on various topics led by Heather. Free.
Crafts, conversation & coffee, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. We provide beverages and our conference room space, along with use of our basic crafting supplies. Free. Contact: Hnowlin@cortezco.gov.
Paint & Sip Party - "Cat's Meow," 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Paint pre-outlined canvases at your own pace. Supplies, snacks, and drink included. No experience needed. $20.
Threaded Collective w/Abi, 2-4 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Bring your sewing machine and project. Work independently in community while sharing skills and inspiration. Free.
Winter Dance Party w/Lost Highway, 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Lost Highway plays reimagined covers and originals. High-energy dance party to break winter hibernation. Free.
Cortez High School Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 418 S. Sligo St. Community is welcome; please check in through the office. Cost: Free. For an appointment, call Vitalant at (877) 258-4825 or visit vitalant.org.
Creative Writing Circle w/Sabina, 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Supportive creative writing group for all levels. Share work, get feedback, and connect with storytellers. Free.
Southwest Colorado Concerts presents The Delbert Anderson Quartet, 7 p.m., Montezuma-Cortez High School auditorium, 418 S. Cedar St. Doors open at 6 p.m.; auditorium doors at 6:30. Tickets $25 at the door; students free. Tickets also available at https://www.swcoloradoconcerts.org.
Southwest Memorial Hospital Blood Drive, 12-5:30 p.m., 1311 N. Mildred Road, on the front lobby upper landing, top of the stairs. Cost: Free.
Draw Blank, 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Bring supplies and draw whatever inspires you. Optional prompts provided. All levels welcome. No judgment. Free.
"Paint Your Partner" Challenge, 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Paint your partner's portrait without peeking. All supplies, snacks, and drinks included. Hilarious results guaranteed. $40/couple.
Mimi Meets Chaplin: 88 Keys, 4 Films, 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Four Charlie Chaplin silent films with live piano. Popcorn, candy bar, and reserved seating included. $25.
City Market Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 508 E. Main St. Bloodmobile. Cost: Free.
Click Clique Photography Club, 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Monthly photography gathering for all skill levels. Share work, learn techniques, and network with photographers. Free.
Anime Club w/Maya, 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Adult anime and Japanese culture club. Games, icebreakers, and community for fans and curious newcomers. Free.
A 2026 Initiatives for Small Business Workshop, 5-7 p.m. at Cortez City Hall, 123 E. Main St. Register at tinyurl.com/cortez-biz-workshop. Free. Contact: (970) 555-1234.
Mean Irene EP Release Party "Poor Girl," 6 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St., Cortez. Mean Irene EP release party. Live performance, signature cocktail, signed lyrics, merch, and selfie station. Free.
Blood Drive, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3-7 p.m., 1700 E. Empire St. Community welcomed; join us in the cultural hall. Cost: Free.
City Market Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 508 E. Main St. Bloodmobile. Cost: Free. For an appointment, call Vitalant at (877) 258-4825 or visit vitalant.org.
International Food Fair fundraiser, 6:30-8 p.m., Montezuma County Annex, 107 N. Chestnut St. Sample authentic dishes and explore cultural displays at student-created booths. Tasting portions $1 or $10 for a full meal. Proceeds benefit Cortez Adventist Christian School. Call (970) 555-1234.
Cortez Community Blood Drive, 1-4 p.m., 515 N. Park St. At the First United Methodist Church. Cost: Free.
Valentine’s Day Taste of Cortez Tea, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., WildEdge Coffee, https://www.squirrelcongress.com/tea. Celebrate local foods and support food security at our Valentine’s Day tea service! $25 per seat. https://www.squirrelcongress.com/tea
Sixth Annual Heartbreakers Ball, 5 p.m., ZU Gallery, 48 W. Main St. Local bands collaborate for heartbreak anthems. Photo booth, special cocktail menu, and prizes included. $20 advance, $25 door.
City Market Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 508 E. Main St. Bloodmobile. Cost: Free. For an appointment, call Vitalant at (877) 258-4825 or visit vitalant.org.
“Thinking Like Water” Film Screening, 5 p.m., Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main St. First episode of the docuseries “Thinking Like Water” about restoration pioneer Bill Zeedyk and collaborators. Free. Contact: https://quiviracoalition.org/events/thinking-like-water-1/.
Square dance lessons with Four Corners Dancers, 7-8:30 p.m. Cortez Senior Center, 117 N. Chestnut St. Enter through the west entrance. Make friends, laugh and exercise. No partner needed. Details: Duane Randol at 560-2137, Patty Randol at (970) 560-4709 or duaneandpatty.randol@gmail.com.
Dance With Grace & Rhythm, 6 p.m. Montezuma County Annex Building, 107 N. Chestnut St. Fees vary. For June: Level 3, Rumba. Level 1, Waltz and Rumba. Details: Jared (970) 560-7462 or dancewithgraceandrhythm@gmail.com.
Southwest Art League, 10 a.m. Annex Building, Senior Center, 107 N. Chestnut St. Paint, share ideas, give demos and give unsolicited advice. All welcome. Details: (720) 448-0418.
The Gifts of Grief, 4-5:30 p.m., The First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St., Cortez. Donations. On First Tuesdays of the month, learn new strategies for healthy caregiving. Details: Nuriya at (970) 903-0907, Nuriya@onehearthouse.com
Richard Rohr Study Series, 10 a.m., First United Methodist Church. Free. Explore Richard Rohr’s books “Jesus’ Alternative Path” and “The Tears of Things.” Details: (970) 565-3002; firstumccortez@gmail.com
Family Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m. Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Pre-K and younger.
Cellphone/Tablet Tech Help, 10-11 a.m. Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. For cellphone tech help at the library, schedule your time by contacting Heather Roe: hroe@cortezco.gov. Details: (970) 568-5380.
Bridge, 1:30-4 p.m. Montezuma Valley Presbyterian Church, 350 S. Washington St. Beginners, veteran players and experts. Coffee and snacks with light fellowship. Attendees should be vaccinated and/or masked. Details: (970) 565-7024 or (970) 565-6088.
Diabetes Support, 3-4:30 p.m. Southwest Memorial Hospital in the Kiva Room, 1311 N. Mildred Road. Group meets every second Tuesday of the month. Details: (970) 564-2275.
Show Me the Money, 4:15-5:30 p.m. Montezuma County High School Library, 418 S. Sligo St. A program for high school students to learn about finances. Details: (602) 505-0308 or aadams@scyclistens.org.
Smart Recovery, 5-6 p.m. Cortez Integrated Healthcare, 691 E. Empire St. Free. Peer-led support group, self-empowering abstinence based self help group. Details: Kevin Frazier (970) 335-2203.
Indigenous Wellbriety Talking Circles, 6-7:30 p.m. Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. Free. All are welcome. Join us in person and online. Online Zoom Meeting: 828 5707 3970 Passcode: 287826 Details: Call (970) 564-3301 or Email: imo.iwpdirector@gmail.com.
Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen monthly meeting, happy half-hour at 6:30 p.m.; 7 p.m. meeting. First National Bank Meeting Room, 2258 E. Main St. Group meets every second Tuesday of the month. Details: mesaverdehorsemen.com.
American Legion Meeting, 7 p.m., first Tuesday of the month, Ute Mountain Post 75, 320 N. Harrison St. Free. The monthly meeting is for members and prospective members. Details: (970) 565-8151.
Comedy Improv Jams, second and fourth Tuesdays through August, 6-8 p.m., Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main St., $20, Learn an improv skill. Register: sunflowertheatre.org
Centering Prayer, 12:15-12:45 p.m. St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 110 W. North St. Free. A weekly space offered for quiet contemplation, meditation, and prayer. Every Wednesday. Details: (970) 565-7865 or office@stbarnabascortez.org.
Montelores Catholic Community LIFT Religious Education classes, 5:45-6:45 p.m. Church Center, 20 S. Market St. Preschool through Grade 8. Love and praise Jesus, learn the Catholic tradition, grow in prayer and service. Details: (970) 565-7308, ext. 102.
Book Club, 5-6 p.m., First Thursday, Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Free. All are welcome. hroe@cortezco.gov.
Cortez Downtown Market, 5-8 p.m. Montezuma Park, 3 W. Montezuma Ave. Free. Join this third Thursday community event featuring live music, vendors, food & drink, giveaways and family fun! Details: shopcortez.com/third-thursdays/.
Strengthening Families Class, 5:30-8 p.m. The Piñon Project, 210 E. Main St. Come out to learn skills for the whole family to support bonding and communications. Meets Thursdays through May 30. Details: Asialynn Hager (970) 529-3305.
Alphabet Soup Support Group meeting, 6 p.m., Piñon Project, 210 E. Main St. First and third Thursday support group for parents, caregivers or guardians of children with special needs or behavioral challenges. Child care available with advanced arrangements. Details: Maggie at mtevault@pinonproject.org or (970) 564-1195.
Youth Leadership Council, 6–8:30 p.m. Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. Open to Montezuma County high school students.
Bingo, 6:45 p.m. Cortez Elks Lodge, 2100 N. Dolores Road. Begins Sept. 2. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Food and beverages available. Details: (970) 565-3557.
Indigenous Wellbriety Talking Circles, 1-2:30 p.m. Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. Free. All are welcome. Join us in person and online. Online Zoom Meeting: 828 5707 3970 Passcode: 287826 Details: Call 970-564-3301 or Email: imo.iwpdirector@gmail.com.
In-person dementia support group, Beehive Homes at the Cortez Homestead, 694 Cottonwood St. Group meets every third Thursday. Details: (970) 529-2050.
Self-Care for Caregivers, 4-5:30 p.m., The First United Methodist Church 515 N. Park St. Donations. Third Thursdays of the month. Details: Nuriya at (970) 903-0907, Nuriya@onehearthouse.com.
Chapter 44 Disabled American Veterans. Lunch at noon. Lindsay-Geer monthly meeting at 12:30 p.m. Veterans Outreach Center, 432 N. Broadway. Group meets every first Friday of the month. Details: (970) 565-4310.
Men's Support Group, 2–3 p.m. Hospice of Montezuma, 512 N. Broadway, Cortez. Details: (970) 565-4400.
Game Night with Piñon Project, 6 p.m. Free. Virtual. Ages 7-17. Details: Landon, (970) 529-3305 or lcook@pinonproject.org.
Coffee, Crafts and Conversations, every third Friday, 10 a.m.-noon, Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Free. Space for crafters and conversationalists. Coffee and tea are available. hroe@cortezco.gov.
TOPS weight-loss meeting, weigh-in at 9:45 a.m., meeting at 10:30 a.m., Cortez City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Ave. Everyone welcome. Details: dtownley@centurynet.net
Red Dress Awareness and Action events, noon to 2 p.m. Corner of Main St. and Mildred Road. Details: (612) 422-0791.
Second Saturdays: Four Corners Dance, 7–9 p.m. Montezuma County Senior Center, 117 N. Chestnut St. First dance is free, cover is $15 general admission or $10 per member. DJ plays dance music for all ballroom and two-step dances, all ages welcome. Details: (970) 759-0980 or janheylart@yahoo.com.
Farmers & Artisans Market, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Warehouse, 30 N. Beech St. Free admission. Local produce, meat, plants, herbs, products, handmade goods. Third Sundays through April. Details: (970) 565-6424 or fourcornersfoodcoalition@gmail.com.
Blood Drive, Dolores High School, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 1301 Central Ave. Gym; please check in with the office. Cost: Free.
Dolores Rotary Club Meetings, 7:30 a.m. Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. First meeting is free, annual membership $155. Details: Susan Lisak, doloresrotary3256@gmail.com or (970) 426-9902.
Dolores Mountain Quilters meeting, 9:30 a.m. social, 10 a.m. meeting, Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. Masks required. Limit 50 people. First Tuesdays of the month. Details: Laura Bauer, (303) 875-4783 or email, ljbauer59@yahoo.com.
Eric Pfieffer artist reception and talk, 2-4 p.m., Public Library, 211 W. First St. Artist talk and reception on the Art Wall with Eric Pfieffer. (970) 533-7600.
Tween & teen open LEGO building, 4-6 p.m., Public Library, 211 W. First St. Creative building session for tweens and teens. (970) 533-7600.
Friends of the Library meeting, 4-5 p.m., Public Library, 211 W. First St. Monthly meeting to prepare for the annual Valentine’s Day Bake Sale. Contact: southwestanne@yahoo.com.
Teen café (dinner and movie), 6-8 p.m., Public Library, 211 W. First St. Dinner and a movie for teens. (970) 533-7600.
Aidan Branney: lions, giraffes and carnivore ecology in Namibia, 3:30 p.m., Public Library, 211 W. First St. A field talk and photo presentation by a carnivore ecologist and Presidential Research Fellow; insights into wildlife conservation and lion–prey dynamics. (970) 533-7600.
The Cult Movie Federation of Mancos presents “The Commitments,” 7 p.m., Mancos Opera House. Doors open at 6 p.m. Cost: $5. Concessions will be sold. BYOB for 21-plus. (970)533-7600.
Introduction to Medicare, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Public Library, 211 W. First St. Free introductory session to help Medicare feel less confusing. Free. Contact: (970) 533-7600.
Teen game night, 6-9 p.m., Public Library, 211 W. First St. Drop-in game night for teens. (970) 533-7600.
League of Women Voters-Montezuma County, 10:15 a.m.-noon, Mancos Public Library. Human trafficking presented by Angela Clark, Mariana Stump and other Manos Unidas members. Free.
Blood Drive, Mancos High School, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 355 W. Grand Ave. In the foyer. Cost: Free.
Ballroom Dance Lessons, 3-8 p.m. Mancos Community Center, 130 W. Grand Ave.
Montezuma County free legal clinic, 2-5 p.m. Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Available every Second Tuesday of the month. Details: (970) 533-7600.
Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Public Library, 211 W. First St. Weekly storytime for children and families. (970) 533-7600.
Fridays at the Library, 9 a.m., Public Library, 211 W. First St. Drop-in program with activities for all ages. (970) 533-7600.
Tuesday Morning Birders, 8 a.m. Riverside Nature Center, North Browning Parkway. Free. Join a group of beginning and experienced birders to view the over 150 bird species observed at Berg and Animas Parks.
Four Corners Chess Club, 5-7 p.m., upstairs from Mary’s Kitchen at San Juan College, west of the library. Players of all levels, from beginner to expert, are welcome. This club is hosted in partnership with Encore.
Toddler play date, 10 a.m. to noon. E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed for families with young children to develop early motor skills and find new playmates. Details: (505) 599-1425.
San Juan Fly Fishing Federation, 7 p.m. Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. Free to guests; $15 annual family membership. Bring your advice, share your techniques, meet other anglers every third Wednesday. Details: (505) 320-4238 or SJFFF505@gmail.com.
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