Arts and Entertainment

Durango Events Calendar

The Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival returns Thursday to Sunday with various times and venues. For more information, visit www.durangoragtime.com. (Durango Herald file)
Monday, March 24-Monday, April 28

Beginning Spanish Class, 5:30 p.m., 701 Camino del Rio, Suite 301. $76. Learn to speak Spanish class. Details: https://durangoadulted.org.

Wednesday, April 2

Durango Education Foundation Spring Resource Fair, 4-7 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall, 2500 Main Ave. Free. Register for summer activities and 2025-26 school year. Summer camp scholarships. Food, games and prizes. Details: https://tinyurl.com/5n8ty7y9.

Author Talk with Bethany Turner, 5-6 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Cortez. Free. Talk by bestselling award-winning Cortez author presents her book, “Cole and Laila Are Just Friends.” Details: Email hroe@cortezco.gov.

“100 Years of Silence: The Aniknuche Incarceration,” 6:30-8 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies-Lyceum, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. Exploring the 1923 “Posey War” and impact on displaced Ute and Paiute communities. Details: Call 247-7333, email cmscott@fortlewis.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/CSWS-100-YEARS.

Thursday, April 3-Sunday, April 6

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival, various times and venues. Details: Visit www.durangoragtime.com.

Thursday, April 3

Music Room Dedication, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. Details: Call 247-4431, email adamswanson@durangoragtime.com or visit www.durangoragtime.com.

Sip & Stitch, 4-6 p.m., Durango Winery, 900 Main Ave., Suite E. Bring crafts to work on, no glitter or paint, get 25% off glasses of wine. Details: www.durangowinery.com.

Poetry Workshop, 6-7 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Highway 140, Hesperus. Free. Intro to Poetry Workshop with local poet Barnabas Smith. Detai; s: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.

Kirtan Chanting, 6:30 p.m., Unitarian Church, 419 San Juan Drive. Free. Chanting in Sanskrit is fun, easy and powerful. Watch your stress disappear. Details: Text (970) 382-8182.

Bayfield High School Theatre presents “Disney Descendants: The Musical,” 7 p.m., Bayfield Performing Arts Center, 800 County Road 501, Bayfield. $12 adults; $10 students. One-act performance. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/2b9kacyb.

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival Sampler Concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $25. Festival Sampler Concert features world-class musicians from the Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival. Details: visit https://tinyurl.com/bdzcnmwd.

Friday, April 4

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival Classic Ragtime Concert, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $25. Tickets and details: https://durangoarts.org/ragtime-festival.

Dorothy’s Market: First Friday Maker’s Market, 3-7 p.m., EsoTerra Ciderworks, 558 Main Ave. Details: www.thealliance.gay.

Jason Thies, 5 p.m., Barons Creek Vineyard, 901 Main Ave.

Hit the Road: Artist Reception with Tony de Luz, 5-7 p.m., Blue Rain Gallery, 934 Main Ave., Unit B. Free. Details: https://tinyurl.com/3aadd43y.

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival Banquet with Live Music, 5-7 p.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. $25. Tickets and details: https://durangoarts.org/ragtime-festival.

First Friday Art Opening Featuring Joe Toledo, 6 p.m., Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts, 465 Goddard Ave., Ignacio. Free. Details: Call 563-4600, email dancingspiritgallery@gmail.com or visit www.dscac.org.

Stillwater Band Showcase, 7 p.m., Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave. Free. Performances from Stillwater Music’s GrooveCasters and Animas Jazz. Potluck-style concert and refreshments. Details: stillwatermusic.org.

Bayfield High School Theatre presents “Disney Descendants: The Musical,” 7 p.m., Bayfield Performing Arts Center, 800 County Road 501, Bayfield. $12 adults; $10 students. One-act performance. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/2b9kacyb.

The Letter C, 7 p.m., The Sunflower Theatre, 8 E Main St., Cortez. $20. A live theater performance finding light in the darkness from catastrophe to community. $20. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/2uuhtk8v.

Treasure Hunt, 7-10 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. Must register online. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival: Early Jazz Concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $25. Tickets and details: https://durangoarts.org/ragtime-festival.

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival After Hours Party at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. Free. Details: https://durangoarts.org/ragtime-festival.

Saturday, April 5

275-stall RV Park Proposal Animas Valley meeting, 10-11:30 a.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Animas Valley Action Coalition public meeting. Ramifications of 275-stall RV park and valley’s future. Details: Visit AVACdurango.org or email durangoavac@gmail.com.

Hands Off! Rally & March, 1-2:30 p.m., Buckley Park, 1200 Main Ave. Nationwide movement – protect our democracy! Rally at 1 p.m. for speakers, then march down/up sidewalks. Details: www.indivisibledurango.org.

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival: Silent Movies with Live Music, 2:30-4 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $25. Tickets and details: https://durangoarts.org/ragtime-festival.

A Vision for the Future STEM Exhibition, 5-7 p.m., Impact Career Innovation Center, 2390 Main Ave. K-12 students show designs, products and concepts focused on innovation and the future. Details: info@durangoschools.org.

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival: Banquet with Live Music, 5-7 p.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. $25. Meals at the Strater Hotel Banquet can be bought separately for $55 per person. Tickets and details: https://durangoarts.org/ragtime-festival.

Rotary Casino Night, 5-9 p.m., Durango Elks Club, downstairs, 901 East Second Ave. Hollywood theme – casino games, silent auction, food and cash bar. All welcome. Proceeds to High Noon Rotary Scholarship Fund and service projects. Tickets $65 at the door or email treasurer@durangohighnoonrotary.com.

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.

The Letter C, 7 p.m., The Sunflower Theatre, 8 E Main St., Cortez. $20. A live theater performance finding light in the darkness from catastrophe to community. $20. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/2uuhtk8v.

San Juan Symphony: Passion Meets Precision, 7:30 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $21-$64. Side by side student musicians help showcase the musical minds of Perry, Bartok and Prokofiev. Tickets and details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival Grand Finale Concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $25. Tickets and details: https://durangoarts.org/ragtime-festival.

Live Local Music with Western Wallflowers and Alicia Glass, 8 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. $15. All ages show. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival After Hours Party at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. Free. Details: https://durangoarts.org/ragtime-festival.

Sunday, April 6

Durango Ragtime & Early Jazz Festival Sunday Brunch, 10 a.m.-noon, Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. Diamond Belle Saloon Brunch Prices. Details: https://www.durangoragtime.com.

March Madness Women’s Final, 1 p.m., Animas Valley Grange, 7271 County Road 203. Free. Bring your favorite game-day food to share, potluck style, while watching the NCAA Women’s Final. Details: Call 382-1217.

Dungeons and Dragons Pinball Tournament, 2 p.m., J. Bo’s Pizza and Rib Co., 1301 Florida Road. $5 games will be on free play. IFPA Pinball Tournament. All entry fees returned to the top three winners. There is no preregistration date. Details: https://tinyurl.com/2p9r7wwt.

San Juan Symphony: Passion Meets Precision, 3 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center at San Juan College, 4601 College Blvd., Farmington. $10 student/$32 adult/$25 senior. Side by side student musicians help showcase the musical minds of Perry, Bartok and Prokofiev. Tickets and details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.

Tuesday, April 8

Great Decisions Durango discussion group, 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Discussion topic: U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy. Tom Huffaker is moderator. Details: Email lylehancock54@gmail.com or visit www.gddurango.org.

Midday Music: Student Recital, 1 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205), Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Jason Thies, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Compass Points Lecture Series: Navigating Budgeting Basics, 6-7 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218. Free. A representative from 1st SouthWest Bank will discuss strategies and resources for managing personal finances. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.

Rotary Club of Durango meeting, 6-7 p.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. Free. Sean Killoy talks about American Red Cross with focus on local activities and volunteer opportunities. Visitors welcome. Contact Mtnman16@gmail.com.

Wednesday, April 9

San Juan Basin Archaeological Society presentation, 7 p.m., Lyceum room, Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. “Western Message Petroglyphs: Faux Native American Picture-Writing in Colorado and the American West.” Details: Email chambrke@aol.com, call 903-3929 or visit sjbas.org.

Thursday, April 10

Career & Internship Expo, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Student Union Ballroom, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. Nearly 100 employers will be looking to hire FLC graduates and students. Details: https://tinyurl.com/7f8yp8at.

Durango Community Blood Drive, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant at (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Hope Network – Connection, Community and Care for Anyone Facing Cancer, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Cancer Support Community Southwest Colorado, 1701 Main Ave., Suite C. Free. Connect, share experiences and find support in a compassionate, safe space for anyone facing cancer. Details: Call 403-3711, email hope@cancersupportswco.org or visit https://tinyurl.com/3ckj95d2.

Sip & Stitch, 4-6 p.m., Durango Winery, 900 Main Ave., Suite E. Bring crafts to work on, no glitter or paint, get 25% off glasses of wine. Details: www.durangowinery.com.

YPOD Homebuying Workshop, 5 p.m., FLC Center for Innovation, 835 Main Ave., Suite 225. $10-$20. An overview class in homebuying brought to you by a local Realtor and mortgage adviser. Details: https://tinyurl.com/2t7wf4fm.

Poetry Workshop, 6-7 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Highway 140, Hesperus. Free. Learn about poetic storytelling from local poet Barnabas Smith. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.

Storytellers 2025, 6:30 p.m., 484 Highway 160 E. Frontage Road, Mancos $7 suggested donation. Songwriters Ellis Miller, Hagen McDonell and Jason Thies. Details: mancosbrewingcompany.com.

Serenity Hall, Clarinet, Senior Recital, 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205), Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Thursday, April 17

Poetry Workshop, 6-7 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Highway 140, Hesperus. Free. Learn about the American sonnet from local poet Barnabas Smith. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org, 970-375-3816

Friday, April 11-Saturday, April 19

“Pippin,” MainStage Theatre, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. For times and tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/ysb3ee95.

Friday, April 11

Animas Surgical Hospital Blood Drive, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 575 Rivergate Lane (in the Bloodmobile). To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Poetry Open Mic, 5-7 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218. Free. Read an original poem, a favorite from another author or listen and enjoy. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.

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.

Easter at the ELHI, 6-9 p.m., ELHI Community Center, 115 Ute St., Ignacio. Attendance is free, vendor spaces are $20. Join ELHI and the Easter Bunny for a special after dark egg hunt for 12 and older. Details: Visit https://tinyurl.com/nhhyavuw or email admin@theelhiignacio.org.

Travis Carlson, Tenor, Senior Recital, 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205), Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Bayfield High School Theatre presents “Disney Descendants: The Musical,” 7 p.m., Bayfield Performing Arts Center, 800 County Road 501, Bayfield. $12 adults; $10 students. One-act performance. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/2b9kacyb.

Saturday, April 12

Home Buyer Education Class, 8:30 a.m., Pine River Library, 395 Bayfield Center Drive. Free. Sick of renting? Attend HomesFund’s Home Buyer Education class and start your journey to homeownership. Details: Call 259-1418 or visit https://tinyurl.com/mw459592.

Walking into Wellness – Oxbow Park, 9-11 a.m., Oxbow Park, 500 Animas View Drive. Free. Hikes for those living with and beyond cancer; caregivers are welcome. Details: Call Cancer Support Community Southwest Colorado, 403.3711, or visit https://tinyurl.com/3ckj95d2.

Genealogy Presentation, 10:30 a.m., Animas Valley Grange, 7271 County Road 203. Free. In-person genealogical presentation on resolving “brick walls” in family history research. Visit website swcogen.org for information and zoom registration.

Earth Day, 10:30 a.m. Parade, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Celebration, parade starts at Fifth Street and Main Avenue, celebration at Buckley Park, 1200 Main Ave. Free. Music by Afrobeatniks, the parade, family fun and learn how to live sustainably. Details: Visit EarthDayDurango.com.

4CORE Resource Efficiency Booth – Weatherization Tips & Techniques, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Buckley Park, 1250 Main Ave. Free, Visit 4CORE’s booth for weatherization tips to improve energy efficiency and lower utility bills. Details: Visit www.earthdaydurango.com, email info@fourcore.org or call 259-1916.

Earth Day Ride and Drive Event, noon-4 p.m., Durango Motor Co., 1200 Carbon Jct. In partnership with Durango Motor Co., 4CORE, and LPEA. Test drive the latest electric vehicles, learn about EV incentives and charging options, and hear from local EV owners. Food trucks, giveaways. Details: www.earthdaydurango.com.

Second Saturday Seminar Series, “La Plata County Then and Now,” 1 p.m., Animas Museum, 3065 West Second Ave. Ed Horvat will do a “John Fielder type” presentation comparing historic photographs with images of the same sites taken today. There is no charge for this in-person program, which will be recorded. To join on Zoom, register at animasmuseum.org/events.html.

Grafting Workshop, 1-3 p.m., Orchard Hub, 13729 Road 29, Dolores. $50 for current MORP members; $60 otherwise. Montezuma Orchard Restoration Project will teach a hands-on grafting class. Register in advance: https://tinyurl.com/2hc928j2.

Bayfield High School Theatre presents “Disney Descendants: The Musical,” 7 p.m., Bayfield Performing Arts Center, 800 County Road 501, Bayfield. $12 adults; $10 students. One-act performance. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/2b9kacyb.

Sunday, April 13

Cassandra O’Dell, Violin, Junior Recital, 1 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205), Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Choir Concert, 5 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Adults $10, K-12 and FLC students free.

Tuesday, April 15

Hiking into Health – Junction Creek Trail, 9 a.m.-noon, Junction Creek Trailhead, 83JW+GWR. Free. Hikes for those living with and beyond cancer; caregivers are welcome. Details: Call Cancer Support Community Southwest Colorado, 403-3711 or visit https://tinyurl.com/3ckj95d2.

TBK Bank Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 259 W. Ninth St. (in the Bloodmobile). To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Fort Lewis College Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Student Union Building, Vallecito Room #103, FLC, 1000 Rim Drive. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Piano Class Recital, 1 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205), Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

CreativiTEA, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218. Free. A meetup for crafty people to work on portable hand crafts and share ideas. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email ssmanager@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.

Percussion Ensemble/Jazz Combo, 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205), Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Wednesday, April 16

Atmos Energy Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 107 Jameson Drive. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Thursday, April 17

Data Driven Business Coaching at The Center for Innovation, 835 Main Ave., Suite 225. Details and registration: https://tinyurl.com/3trvr2db.

Sip & Stitch, 4-6 p.m., Durango Winery, 900 Main Ave., Suite E. Bring crafts to work on, no glitter or paint, get 25% off glasses of wine. Details: www.durangowinery.com.

Mountain Studies Volunteer Kickoff, 5 p.m., Mountain Studies Institute, 162 Stewart St., Unit A. To register: https://tinyurl.com/4xhcjums. Details: Visit mountainstudies.org/events.

Friday, April 18

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 910 East Third Ave. (Bloodmobile on the street). To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

FLC Faculty Recital: Joe Nibley, Trumpet, 3 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205), Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Adults $15; 18 and younger free.

Treasure Hunt, 7-10 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. Must register online. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.

Saturday, April 19

Durango Future Farmers of America’s First Annual Plant Sale, 9 a.m.-noon, Impact Career Innovation Center, 2410 Main Ave. Purchase hanging baskets, vegetables and herbs planted by DHS Plant Science class. Cash or check only. Details: mlong@durangoschools.org.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Blood Drive, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m., 2 Hilltop Circle (Bloodmobile). To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

FLC Symphonic Band: Music in the Park, 2 p.m., Rotary Park Pavilion, 1565 East Second Ave. Free – donations accepted.

Paint Your Easter Buddy Painting Party, 4-7 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. $50/pair. Includes all supplies, canvases to take home, one drink per painter and bunny ears. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.

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.

Sunday, April 20

Easter Celebration 2025, 10 a.m., Escalante Middle School, 141 Baker Lane. Free. details: Call (307) 746-8726, email editor@newslj.com or visit https://tinyurl.com/38cev4s6.

Tuesday, April 22

Midday Music: Student Recital, 1 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205), Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Adults ROCK! 5-6 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218. Free. An adult-focused meetup to socialize and explore new topics. This month, discuss volunteer opportunities. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.

Jason Thies, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Chamber Ensembles Recital, 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205), Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

Thursday, April 24

Undergraduate Research Symposium & Gala, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. Details: https://tinyurl.com/269yc669.

Green Drinks – mingle and learn about local NPOs, 5-7 p.m., 11th Street Station, 1101 Main Ave. Learn more about Manna soup kitchen, San Juan Mountains Association and Southwest Conservation Corps. Details: Visit www.sustainableswcolorado.com.

Poetry Workshop and Reading, 6-7 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Highway 140, Hesperus. Free. Open poetry reading with local poet Barnabas Smith. All are welcome to read or listen. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.

Friday, April 25

Durango Fire & Rescue Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 142 Sheppard Drive. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Stand Up for Local First, 6-9 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $30-$150. Comedy show celebrating local businesses and creative economy. Details: www.local-first.org/stand-up-for-local-first.

Battle of the Bands, 6:30 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Suite C. Free. Youth bands compete for glory in this high-energy benefit concert supporting Stillwater’s music programs. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yv6t8smb.

Current Conversations with Chris Hesperus, 7-8 p.m., Marvel Grange, 217 County Road 133 A, Hesperus. Free. Join LPEA’s CEO for co-op updates. Plus, share your thoughts, ideas and questions. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yc5aczpr.

The FLC Jazz Ensemble and the FLC Social Dance Club, 7 p.m., VFW Post 4031, 1550 Main Ave. Adults $10 (cash or check at the door); free for those 18 and younger and for FLC students. An evening of jazz tunes, swing dancing and fun.

Treasure Hunt, 7-10 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. Must register online. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.

Saturday, April 26

“Who We Play For” Youth Heart Screening, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Chapman Hill, 500 Florida Road. $25 for an ECG screening. DHS HOSA students and cardiologist offer youth electrocardiogram for ages 10-25 (painless, noninvasive, five minutes). For ages 10-25 only. Register: https://www.whoweplayfor.org/colorado-laplata.

Durango Devo Annual Bike Swap, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Chapman Hill Ice Rink, 500 Florida Road. $1. Sell, buy, donate and volunteer at this epic community event: used bicycles, parts and accessories. Details: www.durangodevo.com/bikeswap.

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

D&D Club, noon-3 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218. Free. No previous experience or equipment necessary. All ages and abilities welcome. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.

Sunday, April 27

Steph Pabst, Clarinet, Senior Recital, noon, Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205), Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.

FLC Faculty Recital: Richard Silvers, Violin, 3 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall (Jones Hall Room 205). Adults $15; 18 and younger free.

Tuesday, April 29

Hiking into Health – Gudy’s Rest, 9 a.m.-noon, Twin Buttes Parking Lot. Free. Hikes for those living with and beyond cancer; caregivers are welcome. Details: Call Cancer Support Community Southwest Colorado, 403-3711, or visit https://tinyurl.com/3ckj95d2.

Keller Williams Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 700 Main Ave. (bloodmobile). For an appointment contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.

Breast Cancer Networking Group, 4 p.m., Cancer Support Community Southwest Colorado, 1701 Main Ave., Suite C. Free. Connect, share and navigate living with and beyond cancer, together. All are welcome. Details: Call 403-3711, email hope@cancersupportswco.org or visit https://tinyurl.com/3ckj95d2.

Saturday, May 3

Live Local Comedy, 8 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. $15, 18 and older. Presented by Durango Comedy. www.durangocomedy.com. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.

Tuesday, May 6

Hiking into Health – Missionary Ridge Mini Hike, 9 a.m.-noon, Meadow Market, 688 Edgemont Road. Free. Hikes for those living with and beyond cancer; caregivers are welcome. Details: Call Cancer Support Community Southwest Colorado, 403-3711, or visit https://tinyurl.com/3ckj95d2.

Wednesday, May 7

13th Annual Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sky Ute Event Center, 14324 Highway 172 North, Ignacio. $75 until April 15. Prices increase to $85 after. A full day of networking, expert-led breakout sessions and business consulting. Registration link: tinyurl.com/jjsze6bc. Details: email ercalagias@fortlewis.edu or call (970) 903-5424.

Thursday, May 8

HOPE Network – Connection, Community and Care for Anyone Facing Cancer, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Cancer Support Community Southwest Colorado, 1701 Main Ave., Suite C. Free. Connect, share experiences, and find support in a compassionate, safe space for anyone facing cancer. Details: 403-3711, email hope@cancersupportswco.org or visit https://tinyurl.com/3ckj95d2.

Saturday, May 10

Introduction to addiction recovery and wellness, 1-2:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Free. Educational presentation and discussion around addiction recovery and wellness. RSVP to Monique Flora: (949) 244-7007 or monique@durangonorthstar.com.

Tuesday, May 13

Breast Cancer Networking Group, 4 p.m., Cancer Support Community Southwest Colorado, 1701 Main Ave., Suite C. Free. Connect, share and navigate living with and beyond cancer, together. All are welcome. Details: Call 403-3711, email hope@cancersupportswco.org or visit https://tinyurl.com/3ckj95d2.

Wednesday, May 14

Data Driven Business Coaching at The Center for Innovation, 835 Main Ave., Suite 225. Expert insights, personalized coaching and actionable strategies. Details and registration: https://tinyurl.com/3trvr2db.

Saturday, May 17

4CORE Spring Rain Barrel Sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. $100. 4CORE is offering 50-gallon Ivy Rain Barrels to conserve water and lower utility bills. Price: $100 per barrel ($25 discount for Durango residents, limit two per household), https://tinyurl.com/46sbe5xe. Details: Visit fourcore.org or email info@fourcore.org.

Party in the Park, noon-5 p.m., Buckley Park, 1200 Main Ave. Free. Community festival featuring youth band performances, local food and exhibits from Durango’s youth organizations. Details: Email info@stillwatermusic.org, visit stillwatermusic.org or call 247-5095.

Wednesday, May 21

LPEA 2025 Annual Meeting, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., La Plata Electric Association Durango Truck Barn, 45 Stewart St. Free. Annual meeting and board election results. Hear LPEA updates from 2024 and engage leadership. Details: https://lpea.coop/annual-meeting.

Thursday, May 29

Green Drinks, mingle and learn about NPOs, 5-7 p.m., 11th Street Station, 1101 Main Ave. Presenting will be Wildfire Adapted Partnership, Durango Farmers Market and Visit Durango. Details: Call 769-2688 or visit https://www.sustainableswcolorado.com.

Thursday, June 5

Data Driven Business Coaching at The Center for Innovation, 835 Main Ave., Suite 225. Expert insights, personalized coaching and actionable strategies. Details and registration: https://tinyurl.com/3trvr2db.

Keys to Success: Piano Workshop, 12:30-1:50 p.m., Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave. $125. Four-week Thursday workshop for aspiring adult/teen piano players. Learn note names, chords and familiar melodies. Details: https://tinyurl.com/ptxs5ewj.

Friday, June 6

Golden Graduate Weekend, all day, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $50. FLC alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago are invited to a special two-day celebration. Details: https://tinyurl.com/3r33dhe4.

Monday, June 14

Mandolin Orchestra Weekend Workshop, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave. $125. All-ages, all-level mandolin workshop with instructor Theo Wecker. All mandolin family instruments welcome. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yck8a9n6.

Tuesday, June 15

Mandolin Orchestra Weekend Workshop, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave. $125. All-ages, all-level mandolin workshop with instructor Theo Wecker. All mandolin family instruments welcome. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yck8a9n6.

Thursday, June 19

Data Driven Business Coaching at The Center for Innovation, 835 Main Ave., Suite 225. Expert insights, personalized coaching and actionable strategies. Details and registration: https://tinyurl.com/3trvr2db.

Thursday, June 26

Green Drinks, mingle and learn about local NPOs, 5-7 p.m., 11th Street Station, 1101 Main Ave. Presenting will be Mountain Studies Institute stewarding our mountains and Local First supporting local businesses Details: Call 769-2688 or visit https://www.sustainableswcolorado.com.

Thursday, July 31

Green Drinks, mingle and learn about local NPOs, 5-7 p.m., 11th Street Station, 1101 Main Ave. Presenting will be Housing Solutions of the Southwest, Citizens Climate Lobby and 4CORE. Details: Call 769-2688 or visit https://www.sustainableswcolorado.com.

Recurring events
Thursdays

Weekly Dart Tournament, sign-ups: 5:30 p.m., game time: 6 p.m., Union Social House, 3062 Main Ave. Open to all skill levels. No need to preregister: just show up, sign up and throw down. Details: Visit unionsocialhouse.com or call 759-4144.

To submit an event

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