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San Juan Basin Archaeological Society will host a presentation tonight at Center for Southwest Studies about “Archeoastronomy at Chaco Canyon.” (Courtesy of National Park Service)

San Juan Basin Archaeological Society will host a presentation by David Valentine and Park Ranger GB Cornucopia about “Archeoastronomy at Chaco Canyon.”

The evening begins at 7 p.m. in the Lyceum at Center for Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive.

For more information, visit sjbas.org.

Wednesday, March 13

NASA and FedTech Technology Venture, noon, 835 Main Ave Suite 225 (second floor of the Main Mall). Free. NASA, in partnership with FedTech, is recruiting entrepreneurs to explore launching a new venture. Details: erccalagias@fortlewis.edu.

Montezuma Orchard Restoration Project hosted by The Garden Club of Durango, 1p.m., FLC Center for Innovation, 835 Main Ave., Suite 225. Free.

Bayfield Candidate Forum, 5:30-7 p.m., Bayfield Town Hall, Council Chambers, 1199 Bayfield Parkway, Bayfield. Town Council and mayoral candidate forum is open to the public. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters. Details: Visit www.lwvlaplata.org, email lwvlaplata@gmail.com or call (970) 402-1557.

Author Event and Book Signing with Deborah Taffa, “Whiskey Tender,” 6 p.m., Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave. Free. Taffa describes coming of age on and off the reservation, and the frictions between American and Native cultures.Details: https://tinyurl.com/53n3t7e3.

San Juan Basin Archaeological Society presentation, 7 p.m., Lyceum, Center for Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. David Valentine and Park Ranger GB Cornucopia will discuss “Archeoastronomy at Chaco Canyon.” Details: sjbas.org.

Thursday, March 14

Tailwind Nutrition Pi Day Ride, all day, 2nd Ave Sports, 640 East Second Ave. Free. Ride or run 3.14 miles in exchange for free Rapid Hydration. Details: https://tinyurl.com/25enddua.

State of the Animas, 5:30 p.m., Hillcrest Golf Club, 2300 Rim Drive. Free. Learn about the health of our rivers and trout. Details: http://tinyurl.com/48ayp5fb.

Downtown’s Next Step Community Meeting, 5:30-7 p.m., FLC Center for Innovation in the Main Mall, 835 Main Ave., Ste. 225. Free. The city is hosting a public meeting for the preliminary design of DNS phase 1. Details: getarounddurango.com, multimodal@durangoco.gov.

Friday, March 15

Pete Giuliani, 5:30 p.m., Public House 701, 701 East Second Ave.

Jack Ellis and Larry Carver, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

20MOONS dance theater presents “Facets: A Life Reflected,” 7 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $25. San Juan Symphony musicians and 20MOONS dancers explore being human through the music of Bach. Tickets and details: 20moons.com.

Tom Ward’s Downfall & Irish jam, doors opens at 7 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth. $10. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.

“Symphony Chaco: A Journey of the Spirit” featuring R. Carlos Nakai, 7:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $20-$40. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/2u3udt9k.

Saturday, March 16

Learn from the Pros – Spring Streamer Fishing & Tying, 11 a.m., Santa Rita Park, 149 South Camino del Rio. Free. Join Andy and Brad from Duranglers for spring fishing and tying tips. Details: http://tinyurl.com/54zk5dnm.

2023 vs. 2024 Model Year Showdown, noon, Durango Harley-Davidson, 750 S. Camino del Rio. Free.

Black Velvet, with Nina Sasaki and Larry Carver, 6 p.m., Derailed Pour House, 725 Main Ave.

Pete Giuliani Band, 6 p.m., Weminuche Woodfire Grill, 18044 County Road 501, Bayfield.

20MOONS dance theater presents “Facets: A Life Reflected,” 7 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $25. San Juan Symphony musicians and 20MOONS dancers explore being human through the music of Bach. Tickets and details: 20moons.com.

Here Come the Mummies, 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.), Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive. $40/$45. Tickets and details: www.animascitytheatre.com. 21 and older.

St Paddy’s Comedy Show, 8 p.m., VFW, 1550 Main Ave. $15 advance/$20 at the door. One free beer w/ ticket purchase.Eventbrite.com for tickets.

Sunday, March 17

Kitchen Jam Band, 5 p.m., Four Leaves Winery, 528 Main Ave. Free. Live Irish music.

St. Patrick’s Day live music with Patrick’s Crossing, 5 p.m., Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St.

20MOONS dance theater presents “Facets: A Life Reflected,” 7 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $25. San Juan Symphony musicians and 20MOONS dancers explore being human through the music of Bach. Tickets and details: 20moons.com.

Tuesday, March 19

Spring Break Opening, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave., Aztec. $5 adult, $3 youths, under 5 free. Details: (505) 224-9829; amuseum@aztecmuseum.org; www.aztecmuseum.org.

Wednesday, March 20

March Happy Hour, 5:15 p.m., Zia Cantina, 2977 Main Ave. Free. Network and enjoy drinks and food with the Young Professionals of Durango. Details: https://tinyurl.com/56uc5c53.

Thursday, March 21

Durango Film Monthly Movie, “For When You Get Lost,” doors open at 6:30 p.m., film at 7 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $10. Tickets at https://tinyurl.com/bd63kky6.

Saturday, March 23

SunSquabi with Since JulEYE & n00nz, doors open at 7 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive. $38/$40. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/5xfzfjmw. 21 and older.

Monday, March 25

Durango Death Cafe, 4 p.m., 732 E. College Drive. Free. Details: lola.death.doula@gmail.com, https://tinyurl.com/8nyxtcu9.

Tuesday, March 26

Great Decisions Durango discussion group, 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave.Free. Moderator Ruth Alminas will lead discussion of the “High Seas Treaty.”

Hot Buttered Rum String Band with special guest Broken Compass Bluegrass, 8 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive. $25/$30. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/mtyan679. 21 and older.

Wednesday, March 27

Culture Club Book Club, noon-1 p.m., 835 Main Ave., Suite 225 (second floor of the Main Mall). Discover “The Art of Gathering.”

Thursday, March 28

Clearnetworx & FastTrack Partnership Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony, 12:15 p.m., FastTrack Communications, 779 Tech Center Drive. Details: www.clearnetworx.com.

Trans Day of Visibility, 6-8 p.m., Student Union Ballroom, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. A celebration in recognition of the national Transgender Day of Visibility. Details: https://tinyurl.com/3t8hn2hx.

Friday, March 29

Networking Event: Finance Fiesta, 9-10 a.m., 835 Main Ave., Suite 225 (second floor of the Main Mall. Connect with local finance professionals, students and entrepreneurs.

Vietnam Veterans Day Ceremony, noon, Iris Park. Ceremony and wreath laying at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

Vietnam Veterans Dinner, 6 p.m., VFW Post 4031, 1550 Main Ave. Free, donations appreciated. All Welcome.

Piano Studio Recital, 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Magic Beans & Desiderata, doors open at 7 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive. $23/$25. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/bdhps8x4. 21 and older.

Saturday, March 30

Alumni Breakfast at Hozhoni Days Powwow, 8-10 a.m., Student Union Vallecito Room, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $8 adult, $4 youth, age 2 and younger free. Gather with the Native American Alumni Chapter for breakfast and updates before the powwow. Details: https://tinyurl.com/2xajuznv.

Durango Record Show hosted by Four Corners Vinyl Record Club, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Holiday Inn & Suites, 21636 U.S. Highway 160 west.

Easter Egg Hunt, 10 a.m., Durango Harley-Davidson 750 South Camino del Rio. Free. Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Family-friendly fun for everyone. Details: https://tinyurl.com/t4eyce9d.

Saturday, April 6

Homebuyer Education Class in Durango, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Fort Lewis College. $15 workbook fee. Topics include: budget, credit, insurance, lending, down payment assistance programs, real estate, inspection, home maintenance. Details: https://homesfund.org/attend-a-class/.

For Love & Babes Fundraising Gala, 5-9 p.m., The Lightbox, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $65 per person. Details: https://tinyurl.com/mtk63zs4.

Tuesday, April 9

Midday Music Student Recital, 1 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. Details: blaylock_sl@fortlewis.edu.

Thursday, April 11

William Bridges, Trombone, Junior Recital, 1 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. Details: blaylock_sl@fortlewis.edu.

Saturday, April 13

Haydn’s “Creation,” FLC Choirs, Orchestra and guests, 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $20 for adults (cash or check at the door), K-12 and FLC students admitted free. Details: blaylock_sl@fortlewis.edu.

Sunday, April 14

Haydn’s “Creation,” FLC Choirs, Orchestra and guests, 3 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $20 for adults (pay cash or check at the door), K-12 and FLC students admitted free. Details: blaylock_sl@fortlewis.edu.

Tuesday, April 23

Midday Music Student Recital, 1 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. Details: blaylock_sl@fortlewis.edu.

Friday, April 26

FLC Jazz Ensemble and FLC Social Dance Club, 7 p.m., VFW Post 4031, 1550 Main Ave. $10 (cash or check at the door) for adults, 18 and younger and FLC students admitted free. Details: blaylock_sl@fortlewis.edu.

To submit an event

Submit your calendar event to http://tinyurl.com/n5fdkrjf at least a week in advance.