Arts and Entertainment

Durango Events Calendar

The Snowdown Light Parade makes its way up Main Avenue on Feb. 2, 2024, in downtown Durango. This year’s parade will be held at 6 p.m. Friday. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file)
Through Sunday, Feb. 2

Snowdown 2025, “The Board Game Edition: It’s Your Move.” For a complete schedule of events, visit snowdown.org.

Wednesday, Jan. 29

LPEA – Resolve to Electrify Webinar, 1-2 p.m., online. Free Learn and ask questions about La Plata Electric Association’s new and updated rebate and bonus programs. Details: https://lpea.coop/events/lpea-resolve-electrify-webinar.

Ska Double Trouble Darts, 5:30 p.m., Union Social House, 3062 Main Ave. Entry cost: free. Prizes. Bring a partner or connect with another solo soul to form a dynamic duo. The first 15 teams snag a spot and a waitlist welcomes extra teams. Top five teams dive into an “Around the World" tournament. Must be 21 and older. Event coordinator: Carol Clark, (970) 759-4144.

Spellebration, 5:30 p.m., Powerhouse Science Center, 1295 Camino del Rio. Hosted by Durango Adult Education Center. To register a team, visit https://durangoadulted.org or email cmewmaw@durangoadulted.org.

Donny Johnson, 6-9 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Thursday, Jan. 30

Sip & Stitch – Thursday Craft Night, 4-6 p.m., Durango Winery, 900 Main Ave. Free. Bring a craft to work on and receive 25% off glasses of locally produced wine. Details: durangowinery.com.

Infinite Horizons: Reflections on Indigenous Futurity, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. An exhibition curated by Malorie King exploring creative expression of Indigenous knowledge and intertribal values. Details: Email cmscott@fortlewis.edu, call 247-7333 or visit https://tinyurl.com/5993m4vz.

Gallery Reception Opening – “An Imagined Almanac: A Future for the Colorado Plateau,” 4:30-6:30 p.m., The Gallery at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. See Kate Aitchison’s vibrant prints and 15-foot handcrafted boat created from carved wood blocks.

S-P-O-O-N-S, 6 p.m., Union Social House, 3062 Main Ave. Entry cost: free. Prizes. Calling all Midwestern revelers to the game of the region. A masterful night of rowdy spoons as participants battle for the coveted Spoon Crown. Fifteen tables will play elimination style for five rounds until the final round when we crown the master gamer! The game can be taught on the spot. All ages welcome. Event coordinator: Carol Clark, (970) 759-4144.

Tim Sullivan, 6-9 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Andrew Schuhmann, 6-9 p.m., Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.

Friday, Jan. 31

Durango Motor Co. Blood Drive, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., 1200 Carbon Junction. Bloodmobile. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or online at vitalant.org.

Get Snowdown Parade-Ready at The ArtRoom Collective, 2-5 p.m., 1309 East Third Ave. Free. Make jewelry, T-shirts and there’s photo booth. Details: www.theartroomcollective.com.

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

Dustin Burley, Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.

Saturday, Feb. 1

Durango Community Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or online at vitalant.org.

Snowdown Family Dance Party: Kids and Families, 11 a.m.-noon, Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave.

King of the Deck, 6 p.m., Union Social House, 3062 Main Ave. Entry cost: free. Prizes. Step up to the table and test your wits at our high-stakes Blackjack Tournament. Players with the lowest chip counts will be eliminated at the end of each game. Only the sharpest card sharks with the highest chip totals will advance to the final tables. Thirty minutes per game, six tables, five players per table. Must be 21 and older. Event coordinator: Carol Clark, (970) 759-4144.

Latin Dance Night with live music, 6:30 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Suite C. $5-$15. Latin dance with music from Seven Sharp 11 and dance lesson by Suzy DiSanto. Tickets and details: stillwatermusic.org/latin.

Tuesday, Feb. 4

CreativiTEA at Sunnyside Library, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218, Durango. Free. A crafters’ meetup. Bring a portable handcraft you’re working on or need help with. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816, ext. 2.

Rotary Club of Durango meeting, 6-7 p.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. Free. Learn about the Native Hope ministry’s fulfillment of critical needs on the Navajo Reservation. Visitors welcome. Contact Mtnman16@gmail.com.

Book Club: “The Anthropology of Turquoise,” by Ellen Meloy, 6-7:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Register at the reference desk, then join us to discuss the book at the library. A free book is available for the first 15 people who register and attend. Preregistration required.

Wednesday, Feb. 5

Word Honey Poetry Workshop, 6-7:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Free poetry workshop – write and create original works. All are welcome.

Thursday, Feb. 6

100 Women Who Care La Plata, 5:15-7 p.m., Zia North, 2977 Main Ave. Philanthropic group focused on collective giving for a greater impact. All are welcome. Details: Email 100womenwhocarelaplata@gmail.com.

Spanish Conversation Hour, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Practice Spanish in an informal setting. All language levels welcome.

Ailey II – The Next Generation of Dance, 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.), Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $30-$60. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/59kbszkz.

Friday, Feb. 7

Exhibition Opening: “The Source is Within You,” 5-7 p.m., Blue Rain Gallery, 934 Main Ave, Unit B. Free. Robin Jones’ solo exhibition opening, exploring our interconnectedness with nature. Details: Email bekah@blueraingallery.com.

“What the Hell Happened in San Francisco,” 7 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $30 adults/$20 students and children. A dance performance wrestling with idealism, dreams and disillusionment by Malinda LaVelle and Emmaly Wiederholt. Details: https://tinyurl.com/mvtuhtmr.

Merely Players presents “Swing State,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $32-$36. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Saturday, Feb. 8

Durango Community Blood Drive, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Riverside Professional Building, 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Learn from the Pros: Ice fishing, 10 a.m., Vallecito Marina, 14772 County Road 501, Bayfield. Free. Learn to ice fish with your local Trout Unlimited chapter. Details: https://tinyurl.com/2p9haxjp.

Fourth annual From the Heart Arts and Crafts Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yun7jtek.

Music of Joseph C. Phillips, 1 p.m., Animas Museum 3065 West Second Ave. Free. Phillips will discuss his opera, “Till Paths Be Wrought Through Wilds.” Details: Visit animasmuseum.org/events.html.

Yarn Meetup, 1-3 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Calling knitters, crocheters and fiber artists of all ages and levels. Come work on your current project in an informal group setting.

From Flowers with Love, 1-3 p.m., Turquoise Raven Art Gallery, 104 East Main St., Cortez. $45. Create beautiful, flowery love letters using inks made from pigment-rich plants. Details: Call (970) 529-3597 or email turquoiseravenart@gmail.com.

Mount Allison Grange Family Event, 4 p.m., 2622 County Road 329, Allison. Game night. Details: Call (970) 749-0614.

Euchre night, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Union Social House, 3062 Main Ave. Whether you're a seasoned euchre pro or just love a good game, this tournament is for you. Bring a partner or come solo – we’ll pair you up for a night of fun, prizes and bragging rights. Sign up 30 minutes before games start.

“What the Hell Happened in San Francisco,” 7 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $30 adults/$20 students and children. A dance performance wrestling with idealism, dreams and disillusionment by Malinda LaVelle and Emmaly Wiederholt. Details: https://tinyurl.com/mvtuhtmr.

Merely Players presents “Swing State,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $32-$36. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Live Stand-Up Comedy: Abby Govindan in “How to Embarrass Your Immigrant Parents,” 7-9 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $25 presale/$30 door. Acclaimed comic Abby Govindan brings her biting, irreverent off-Broadway show about family dynamics to Durango. Tickets and details: www.durangocomedy.com.

Sunday, Feb. 9

Spiritual Experiences Group of Durango, 2-3:30 p.m., Rocky Mountain Retreat Center, 848 East Third Ave. Free. Raise your spiritual IQ. Open discussion with like-minded seekers; “Soul Travel.” Details: Call (970) 426-9272 or visit Eckankar-colorado.org.

Merely Players presents “Swing State,” 2 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $32-$36. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Fort Lewis College Artist in Residence, Peter Miyamoto, Piano, 3 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, FLC, 1000 Rim Drive. $15 adults, K-12 and FLC students free.

Tuesday, Feb. 11

Blood Drive Bloodmobile, 11:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m., Stoneage Inc., 466 South Sky Lane Drive. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Great Decisions, 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Presented by the League of Women Voters of La Plata County, Great Decisions is an annual nonpartisan briefing book with accompanying discussion programs that cover eight foreign policy topics. (Feb. 11: International Cooperation on Climate Change; Feb. 25: Artificial Intelligence and American National Security).

Extended hours Vaccine Clinic, 4-5:30 p.m., 281 Sawyer Drive, Ste. 300. Free. COVID-19 and flu vaccines for uninsured, underinsured or people with insurance. Details: Email sclaussen@lpcgov.org.

Jason Thies, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave. Free. Live acoustic rock/country/blues. Details: Visit www.reverbnation.com/jasonthies.

Compass Points Lecture Series: Navigating Your Smartphone, 6-7 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218, Durango. Free. Smartphone 101. Learn smartphone basics and get help with your device. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email ssmanager@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816, ext. 2.

Merely Players presents “Swing State,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $32-$36. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Wednesday, Feb. 12

Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Animas High School, 22 Osprey Way. Check in at the office as a visitor, have your ID available. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant at (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

La Plata Electric Association Scholarship Application Webinar, 6-7 p.m., online. Free. Students and parents, get tips and assistance for making the most of your scholarship application. Details: https://lpea.coop/events/lpea-scholarship-webinar.

Writers & Scribblers Writing Group, 6:15-7:45 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. A group for writers of all kinds to learn, practice and share the art and craft of writing. Our main purpose is to try to help each other through the maze of things you must do as writers; from writing to editing and on to publishing and marketing your books, short stories, essays or anything else. Discussion topics will vary and sometimes repeat depending on the needs of the members at the time.

San Juan Basin Archaeological Society presentation, 7 p.m., Lyceum room, Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. “The Keepers of Tradition: Clown Societies in the Casas Grandes and Puebloan Worlds.” Details: Call (970) 903-3929, email chambrke@aol.com or visit sjbas.org.

Thursday, Feb. 13

Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Hutton Broadcasting, 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. In the Riverside Professional Building in the Vitalant Center. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Crafternoons: Journal Making, 4-5:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Make charming matchbox gifts, personalize a matchbox for your hearth or bathroom, create a tiny shadowbox, or build drawers to organize your tiny miscellanies. For adults only. This is bilingual event (Spanish/English).

Sip & Stitch – Thursday Craft Night, 4-6 p.m., Durango Winery, 900 Main Ave. Free. Bring a craft to work on and receive 25% off glasses of locally produced wine. Details: durangowinery.com.

Wine & History Walk, 5 p.m., Four Leaves Winery, 528 Main Ave. $135. Celebrate Galentine’s with wine, charcuterie, history, local goodies and a hat contest. Details: https://tinyurl.com/3rfvd2kz.

Estate Planning 101: With Karina Guerrero of Foundational Wealth Partners, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. In this session, we’ll break down the magic of estate planning and show you how it can protect your assets, provide for your family and even help you pass assets to loved ones tax-free. We’ll cover everything from trusts to health care directives, giving you the tools to create a plan that’s perfect for you. Come ready to learn, ask questions and walk away feeling empowered about your financial future. Preregistration is required.

Solas, 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.), Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $25-$45. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jjnzc.

Merely Players presents “Swing State,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $32-$36. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Friday, Feb. 14

Kurdish Storytelling Through Song, 1:25 p.m., MainStage Theatre, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. A collaborative event between the Borders and Languages, Music and Theatre department at FLC. Details: music@fortlewis.edu.

Secret Circus Society Presents “Seduction of the Senses,” 5 and 8 p.m., 2500 Main Ave. $37-$105. Multisensory, immersive burlesque circus experience exploring the seven senses. Benefits nonprofits iAmMusic and SASO. Details: Visit https://secretcircussociety.com or email thesecretcircussociety@gmail.com.

Cupid’s Cabaret, doors open at 7 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Ste. F, entrance on Ninth Street. From $33.85. San Juan Circus welcomes you to Cupid's Cabaret, for a night of love and seduction. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/5en7k55e.

Merely Players presents “Swing State,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $32-$36. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Saturday, Feb. 15

Durango Community Blood Drive, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Riverside Professional Building, 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Ouray Winter Wine Festival, 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m., The Wright Opera House, 472 Main St., Ouray. $50. Upscale offerings from Western Colorado’s vineyards and local purveyors within the culinary and retail markets. Details: Visit https://ouraywinterwinefestival.com, email info@thewrightoperahouse.org or call 325-4399.

Indivisible Durango General Meeting, 3-5 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Meet to plan future events around housing, immigration, health care, neighborhood organizing and more. Details: www.indivisibledurango.co.

Paint Your Partner, 5-7 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. $50 per pair. Bring anyone with you and paint each other’s portraits, register online in advance. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.

Merely Players presents “Swing State,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $32-$36. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Sunday, Feb. 16

Colorado’s Bees: From Alpine Peaks to Arid Plains, 10:30 a.m.-noon, La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. Free. Talk highlights the diversity of bees in Colorado, with more than 1,000 species. No registration required. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yphzm9t5.

Merely Players presents “Swing State,” 2 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $32-$36. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Monday, Feb. 17

Durango Public Library closed.

Durango Community Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Riverside Professional Building, 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Tuesday, Feb. 18

Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Student Union Building, Vallecito Room No. 103, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

CreativiTEA, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218, Durango. Free. A meetup for crafters. Bring a portable handcraft you’re working on or need help with. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816, ext. 2.

Book Club: Local/Regional Authors, 6-7:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Join us at Bread’s downtown location (135 E. Eighth St.) for snacks and a “nontraditional book club,” where there’s no required reading. The discussion is based on a genre/topic rather than a specific book. Preregistration required.

Wednesday, Feb. 19

Word Honey Poetry Workshop, 6-7:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Free poetry workshop – write and create original works. All are welcome.

Thursday, Feb. 20

La Plata Electric Association – Resolve to Electrify Open House, 1-4 p.m., La Plata Electric Association, 45 Stewart St. Free. Stop by and chat with experts about LPEA’s new and updated rebate and bonus programs. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yccpvnzx.

Durango Chamber of Commerce – Durango Rocks Awards Celebration, 5 p.m. (reception), 6 p.m., program begins. Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $45. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/yc7x7srs.

Spanish Conversation Hour, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Practice Spanish in an informal setting. All language levels welcome.

Write Your Own Obituary, 6-8 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. During this workshop, you will answer questions detailing the most important parts of your life, removing the guesswork for your loved ones. You will walk away with a beautiful summary of your life that may even surprise you. Space is limited, preregistration required.

Friday, Feb. 21

Blood Drive Bloodmobile, 1-4 p.m., Allen Theatres, 900 Trans Lux Drive. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Treasure Hunt, 7-10 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. Must register online. It’s like an escape room, only you don’t escape ... and we have drinks! Details: thesubterraindurango.com.

Fort Lewis College Theatre – “The Servant of Two Masters,” 7:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rom Drive. $15-$28 (free for FLC students/$15 non-FLC students and FLC staff members). Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/3fdm4amd.

Saturday, Feb. 22

Alumni Ski Day & Après-Ski Party, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Purgatory Mountain Resort. Limited discounted lift tickets for Fort Lewis College alumni $70, Après Ski Party is free. Ski Purg with FLC alumni. Enjoy a fun après-ski event with pizza, beverages and giveaways. Details: Visit https://tinyurl.com/em43s8k3.

Durango Community Blood Drive, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Riverside Professional Building, 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Herbs and Wellness, 1 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Highway 140, Hesperus. Free. Learn how herbs and teas can help provide natural support for mind, body and wellness. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816, ext. 1.

Yarn Meetup, 1-3 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Calling knitters, crocheters and fiber artists of all ages and levels. Come work on your current project in an informal group setting.

Hope Community Christian Academy Spring Fundraiser, 5:30 p.m., Sky Ute Casino Events Center, 14324 Highway 172, Ignacio. $125 per person. Dinner, a Tyller Gummersall concert and live/silent auctions. Details: Call (970) 563-0692, email hopecommunitychristianacademy@gmail.com or buy tickets https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/HMHL834498L32.

Euchre night, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Union Social House, 3062 Main Ave. Whether you're a seasoned euchre pro or just love a good game, this tournament is for you. Bring a partner or come solo – we’ll pair you up for a night of fun, prizes and bragging rights. Sign up 30 minutes before games starts.

Fort Lewis College Theatre – “The Servant of Two Masters,” 7:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rom Drive. $15-$28 (free for FLC students and alumni/$15 non-FLC students and FLC staff members). Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/msyf79et.

San Juan Symphony: What Music Is, 7:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $21-$64. Our orchestra, projections and narrator combine for a musical presentation bringing music and science together. Tickets and details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.

Monday, Feb. 24

Death Café, 4-5:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. A Death Café is a group directed discussion of death; it is not a grief support group. Our objective is to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. Facilitated by Lola Montano, local hospice nurse and trained death doula.

Tuesday, Feb. 25

Coffee with Chris – An informal discussion with La Plata Electric Association’s CEO, 8-9:30 a.m., Smiley Cafe, 1309 East Third Ave. Free. Sit down for an informal conversation with LPEA’s CEO Chris Hanson and share your thoughts. Details: Visit https://tinyurl.com/yc3782kx.

Blood Drive – City of Durango, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Durango Community Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Great Decisions, 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Presented by the League of Women Voters of La Plata County, Great Decisions is an annual nonpartisan briefing book with accompanying discussion programs that cover eight foreign policy topics. (Feb. 11: International Cooperation on Climate Change; Feb. 25: Artificial Intelligence and American National Security).

Midday Music Student Recital, 1 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Adults ROCK! 5-6 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218, Durango. Free. Adult-focused gathering to socialize and explore new interests. This month, practice calligraphy. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816, ext. 2.

Jason Thies, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave. Free. Live acoustic rock/country/blues. Details: Visit www.reverbnation.com/jasonthies.

Compass Points Lecture Series: Navigating Your Smartphone, 6-7 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Highway 140, Hesperus. Free. Smartphone 101. Learn smartphone basics and get help with your device. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816, ext. 1.

Thursday, Feb. 27

Durango Community Blood Drive, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., Riverside Professional Building, 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

¡Gol! El recorrido del futbol femenil en México (Goal! The journey of women’s soccer in Mexico), 5:30-7 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Acompaña a FLC profesora Carolina Alonso en una lectura bilingüe de su libro, “Juego peligroso.” Join FLC professor Carolina Alonso for a reading of her book, “Juego Peligroso.” This program will be in Spanish with English interpretation available.

Friday, Feb. 28

Blood Drive Bloodmobile, 1-4 p.m., Allen Theatres, 900 Trans Lux Drive. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Treasure Hunt, 7-10 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. Must register online. It’s like an escape room, only you don’t escape ... and we have drinks! Details: thesubterraindurango.com.

Saturday, March 1

Durango Community Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Riverside Professional Building, 1970 East 3rd Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment contact Vitalant @ 1-877-258-4825 or online at vitalant.org.

Fort Lewis College Student Jr. Recital, Sean Kinard, 5 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, FLC, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Tuesday, March 4

Fort Lewis College Student Recital, Gregory Chu, 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, FLC, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Thursday, March 6

Watercolor Whimsy Volunteer Award and Retreat, 4 p.m., DoubleTree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio. $150. A vibrant gala celebrating volunteers through art, community and global impact, fostering inspiration and connection. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/msyf79et.

A Legacy of Gifts – Opening Reception, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. An exhibition celebrating six decades of the Center of Southwest Studies. Details: Email cmscott@fortlewis.edu, call 247-7333 or visit https://tinyurl.com/5993m4vz.

Saturday, March 8

Euchre night, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Union Social House, 3062 Main Ave. Whether you're a seasoned euchre pro or just love a good game, this tournament is for you. Bring a partner or come solo – we’ll pair you up for a night of fun, prizes and bragging rights. Sign up 30 minutes before games starts.

Saturday, March 22

Euchre night, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Union Social House, 3062 Main Ave. Whether you're a seasoned euchre pro or just love a good game, this tournament is for you. Bring a partner or come solo – we’ll pair you up for a night of fun, prizes and bragging rights. Sign up 30 minutes before games starts.

Saturday, April 5

Euchre night, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Union Social House, 3062 Main Ave. Whether you're a seasoned euchre pro or just love a good game, this tournament is for you. Bring a partner or come solo – we’ll pair you up for a night of fun, prizes and bragging rights. Sign up 30 minutes before games starts.

Friday, April 11

Durango Bluegrass Meltdown, 5 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $60-$150. Three days of national recording artists, regional and local bluegrass bands. Tickets and details: Visit www.durangomeltdown.com.

Saturday, April 19

Euchre night, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Union Social House, 3062 Main Ave. Whether you're a seasoned euchre pro or just love a good game, this tournament is for you. Bring a partner or come solo – we’ll pair you up for a night of fun, prizes and bragging rights. Sign up 30 minutes before games starts.

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