Preparing for Wildfire Evacuation, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Durango Community Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave. Free. Prepare for wildfire evacuations and learn the resources available during an evacuation. Details: Contact John Constan, DFPD community educator, by email: john.constan@durangofire.org, or phone: 382-6014.
2024 iAM MUSIC Fest, various times and venues. $15-$60. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/yc7a2b24.
Bear Spray Demonstration, 11 a.m.-noon, Manna – The Durango Soup Kitchen, 1100 Avenida del Sol. Free. Bear spray demonstration with training cans and camping information in Manna Pavilion. No registration needed. Details: gardeneducation@mannasoupkitchen.com.
New Police Department and City Hall virtual Public Forum, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., virtual. Free. Learn and provide feedback about the new Police Department and City Hall interior plans. Details and registration: https://tinyurl.com/3skhz8wc.
Chuck Hank & His Fabulous Warlocks, 5 p.m., Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St.
100 Women Who Care La Plata, 5:15-7 p.m., Zia North, 2977 Main Ave. Free. Details: 100womenwhocarelaplata@gmail.com.
iAM MUSIC Fest! Pre-Party, 8-10 p.m., The iNDIGO Room, 1315 Main Ave. #207. $10-$15. House concert kickoff party featuring six musical groups. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/yc7a2b24.
Adaptive Sports Association Volunteer Open House, 4-6 p.m., 463 Turner Drive, #105. Learn more about volunteering with ASA. Free snacks/beverages. details: Call 259-0374, email program@asadurango.com or visit asadurango.com.
Human Powered Potential “Meet & Greet,” 4-9 p.m., 11th Street Station, 1101 Main Ave. Free. Details: Visit 11thStreetStation.com or call 422-8482.
2024 iAM MUSIC Fest, 5 p.m., $15-$60. Four days, six stages, 25+ bands. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/yc7a2b24.
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
iAM MUSIC Fest! Late Night, 9:30 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $15. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/yc7a2b24.
Star Wars Day – May The Fourth Be With You, 9 a.m., The Powerhouse, 1333 Camino del Rio. $9.50 museum admission. Dress up in your best themed costume and celebrate Star Wars Day. Details: Visit www.powsci.org, email info@powsci.org or call 259-9234.
White Rabbit Spring Book Sale, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W. 14th St., Unit C.
Benefit For A Badass, noon, Durango Harley-Davidson, 750 South Camino del Rio. $20 Per rider. Benefit run for Jim Meyer, who was injured during fire training. Details: https://gofund.me/ae8489df.
Make a Mug with Caroline, 1 p.m., Create Art & Tea, 1015 Main Ave. $75. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/ye232n25.
Dandelion Festival, 1-9 p.m., Rotary Park, 1565 East Second Ave. Celebrate spring and organic land stewardship. Music, dance, food, vendors, beer garden and kids activities. Details: www.dandelionfestivaldurango.org.
Take a Bow: Community Concert Showcasing Local Students, 4 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. This free community event highlights the talented young musicians of the region. Reception to follow. Details: https://tinyurl.com/j9v2ub33.
Carute Roma, 5:30 p.m., Mancos Brewing Co., 484 E. Frontage Road, Mancos.
Los Mitotitos, 7 p.m., Wild Horse Saloon, 601 East Second Ave.
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
May the 4th be with us! 100 Year Flood, doors open at 7 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth. $10. The Flood strikes back! Live music, costume contest and drink special. Advance tickets available online: thesubterraindurango.com.
iAM MUSIC Fest! Late Night, 9:30 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $15. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/yc7a2b24.
iAM MUSIC Fest! Artist Brunch, 11 a.m., Lola's Place, 725 East Second Ave. Free. Watch various iAM MUSIC FEST! artists perform together while you enjoy brunch. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yc7a2b24.
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 2 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
Cinco de Mayo, 2 p.m., Zia Taqueria, 2977 Main Ave. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and Zia Taqueria’s 19th anniversary. $5 drafts, Margs, Palomas and mocktails plus live music.
Second annual San Juan Symphony Spring Social, 4-7 p.m., Public House 701, 701 East Second Ave. $50 per person, includes one free drink and appetizers catered by Public House 701. Door prizes and jazz music featuring pianist Jack Maynes and bassist Elle Rio. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/2redtdb6.
Swingin’ Cinco de Mayo, event by Southwest Civic Winds, 6 p.m., Christ The King Lutheran Church, 495 Florida Road. $15. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/muz349he.
Chess Club, 6:30-9 p.m., Guild House Games, 835 Main Ave., Suite 203-204. Free to play. Boards and pieces supplied. Details: https://tinyurl.com/5hnz72ht.
Great Decisions Durango discussion group, 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Free. Tami Joslin will show Foreign Policy Association video and lead discussion, “Understanding Indonesia.” No registration required. Details: lylehancock99@gmail.com.
MOMOrango Cyclists Discount, 4-8 p.m., Sherpa Momo Ghar food truck, 3062 Main Ave., behind Union Social House. Ride over your bike to us and get 20% discount on all MOMO (House made authentic Himalayan dumplings).
12th Annual Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sky Ute Casino Resort, 14324 Highway 172 N., Ignacio.
Great Garden Series, 4:30-6 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Free. . Details: The SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab: New Model for Gardening, Education, and Community Building. Details: https://tinyurl.com/mrphycnj.
San Juan Basin Archaeological Society presentation, 7 p.m., Lyceum room, Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. SJBAS public meeting. Evidence of humans in North America 20,000 years ago, White Sands. Details: SJBAS.ORG.
Author Event & Book-signing with Anne Hillerman, 6 p.m., Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave. Free. Bestselling mystery author and daughter of Tony Hillerman is back with her newest, “Lost Birds.” Details: kira@mariasbookshop.com.
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
MarchFourth with High Step Society, 8 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive. $38/$40. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/yc8z4a2b. 21 and older.
Manna Garden Annual Plant Sale, 3-6 p.m., 1100 Avenida del Sol. Free admission. Vegetable, flower and herb plant starts for sale. Plants grown using organic and biodynamic methods. Details: garden@mannasoupkitchen.com.
Adaptive Sports Association Participant Open House, 4-6 p.m., 463 Turner Drive, #105. Learn more about participating with ASA. Free snacks/beverages. Details: Call 259-0374, email program@asadurango.com or visit asadurango.com.
Jason Thies at Scenic Aperture Gallery, 5 p.m., Scenic Aperture Gallery, 708 Main Ave. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yspz7s37.
Spring Gallery Walk, 5-8 p.m., Earthen Vessel Gallery, 934 Main Ave., Unit A. Free. Artist Opening Reception: Kathleen Steventon, oil painter, “All Things Wild.” Details: Call 247-1281 or visit earthenvessel.com.
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
2024 Archuleta Food Summit, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Pagosa Springs High School, 800 S. Eighth St., Pagosa Springs. $5. Learn about local food production, connect with the community and share a delicious lunch. Details: https://tinyurl.com/47veak42. To register: https://tinyurl.com/55k34zw8.
Homebuyer Education Class in Durango, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $15 workbook fee. Topics include: budget, credit, insurance, lending, down payment assistance programs, real estate, inspection and home maintenance. Details: https://tinyurl.com/3jd32naj.
Manna Garden Annual Plant Sale, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1100 Avenida del Sol. Free admission. Vegetable, flower and herb plant starts for sale. Plants grown using organic and biodynamic methods. Details: garden@mannasoupkitchen.com or visit www.mannasoupkitchen.org.
Old Aztec Walking Tour, 9 and 11 a.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave., Aztec. $10. Guided walking tour of Aztec featuring parts of Main and nearby historic neighborhood. Details: Call (505) 334-9829 or visit amuseum@aztecmuseum.org.
Democratic State Candidates Speak, 4-6 p.m., EsoTerra Ciderworks, 558 Main Ave. Free. Vivian Smotherman (Colorado Senate0, Katie Stewart (Colorado House), Ellen Angeles (Colorado State Board of Education). Details: Call (540) 748-5124, email kirby.maclaurin@gmail.com or visit https://fb.me/e/4py4Cty36
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
Manna Garden Annual Plant Sale, 9 a.m.-noon, 1100 Avenida del Sol. Free admission. Vegetable, flower and herb plant starts for sale. Plants grown using organic and biodynamic methods. Details: garden@mannasoupkitchen.com or visit www.mannasoupkitchen.org.
Learn from the Pros – How to take your kid fly fishing, 9 a.m., Rotary Park, 1565 East Second Ave. Free. Brought to you by 5 Rivers TU. Details: Visit https://tinyurl.com/yfawf6c4.
Mother’s Day Wine Experience Soiree, 3-5 p.m., Primi Pasta & Wine Bar, 1201 Main Ave. #102. $45 per person. Primi partners with For Love & Babes to host wine tasting, food and activities. Details: https://tinyurl.com/2bzt63am.
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 2 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
Chess Club, 6:30-9 p.m., Guild House Games, 835 Main Ave., Suite 203-204. Free to play. Boards and pieces supplied. Details: https://tinyurl.com/5hnz72ht.
MOMOrango Cyclists Discount, 4-8 p.m., Sherpa Momo Ghar food truck, 3062 Main Ave., behind Union Social House. Ride over your bike to us and get 20% discount on all MOMO (House made authentic Himalayan dumplings).
Jason Thies, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.
Young Professionals Happy Hour, 5 p.m., Ska Brewing Co., 225 Girard St. Free. May happy hour and networking event. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yjfm9m79.
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
Adaptive Sports Association Open House, 4-6 p.m., 463 Turner Drive, #105. Learn more about volunteering, participating and interning with ASA. Free snacks/beverages. Details: Call 259-0374, email program@asadurango.com or visit asadurango.com.
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
Lone Piñon – Music at the Museum Free Concert, 7 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave., Aztec. Free. New Mexican “orquesta tipica” playing fiddles, upright bass, guitars and accordion with bilingual vocals. Details: Call (505) 334-9829 or visit amuseum@aztecmuseum.org.
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
Merely Players presents “Chicago,” 2 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $35-$38. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
Chess Club, 6:30-9 p.m., Guild House Games, 835 Main Ave., Suite 203-204. Free to play. Boards and pieces supplied. Details: https://tinyurl.com/5hnz72ht.
MOMOrango Cyclists Discount, 4-8 p.m., Sherpa Momo Ghar food truck, 3062 Main Ave., behind Union Social House. Ride over your bike to us and get 20% discount on all MOMO (House made authentic Himalayan dumplings).
Great Garden Series, 4:30-6 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Free. The Permacultural Approach to Prepping the Spring Garden presented by Eva Montane. Details: https://tinyurl.com/mrphycnj.
The Polish Ambassador with Scott Nice and Grandfather Gold, 8 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E, College Drive. $40/$45. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/y9f6p36c. 21 and older.
The Polish Ambassador with Scott Nice and Grandfather Gold, 8 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E, College Drive. $40/$45. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/y9f6p36c. 21 and older.
The Sadies, 8 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive. $25/$30. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/3abjpayk. 21 and older.
GED Graduation Ceremony, 6-7 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Details: Email info@durangoadulted.org or visit https://durangoadulted.org/.
Chess Club, 6:30-9 p.m., Guild House Games, 835 Main Ave., Suite 203-204. Free to play. Boards and pieces supplied. Details: https://tinyurl.com/5hnz72ht.
MOMOrango Cyclists Discount, 4-8 p.m., Sherpa Momo Ghar food truck, 3062 Main Ave., behind Union Social House. Ride over your bike to us and get 20% discount on all MOMO (House made authentic Himalayan dumplings).
Golden Graduate Weekend, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Fort Lewis College 1000 Rim Drive. $50. Alumni who graduated 50-plus years ago are invited to spend two days doing various activities. Details: https://tinyurl.com/2kc5eecm.
Homebuyer Education Class in Durango, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $15 workbook fee. Topics include: budget, credit, insurance, lending, down payment assistance programs, real estate, inspection and home maintenance. Details: https://tinyurl.com/3jd32naj.
Camp Creative, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Dancing Spirit Community Arts Center @ The ELHI, 115 Ute St., Ignacio. $165. Weeklong kids art camp for ages 5-12. Scholarships available. Details: Call 563-4600 or register online at www.dscac.org or email assistant.dancingspiritgallery@gmail.com.
Chess Club, 6:30-9 p.m., Guild House Games, 835 Main Ave., Suite 203-204. Free to play. Boards and pieces supplied. Details: https://tinyurl.com/5hnz72ht.
GA-20, 8 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive. $30/$35. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/4jun7v45. 21 and older.
4th of July River Parade, 8 a.m., Mild to Wild Rafting and Jeep Tours, 50 Animas View Drive. Half Day Raft trips start at $79. Details: Call 247-4789, email info@mild2wildrafting.com or visit https://tinyurl.com/yc5mwjhu.
Christmas in July, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds & Events Center, 2500 Main Ave. $5. Details: Email info@bci-events.com or visit https://tinyurl.com/39stvmdx.
The Fast and The Curious 5K/10K Fun Run, 8:30 a.m., Santa Rita Park, 149 South Camino del Rio. $35 for the 5k, $45 for the 10k. Fundraiser benefits the Durango Adult Education Center. Details and registration: durangoadulted.org/fun-run-event/. Registration deadline is Aug. 7.
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