Arts and Entertainment

Durango Events Calendar

Looking for a job? Check out the free Career & Internship Expo, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday in the Student Union Ballroom at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Nearly 100 employers will be looking to hire FLC graduates and students. For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/7f8yp8at. (Jerry McBride/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 9

Wine Tasting at Bear’s General, 4-7 p.m., Bear’s General, 65 Mercado St., Unit 119. Free. Details: Visit www.bearsgeneral.com or email hello@bearsgeneral.com.

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.

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.

Larry Carver and The Rando Zone (with Randy Crumbaugh), 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Author Event and Book Signing with Stephen E. Strom, 6 p.m., Rochester Hotel, 726 East Second Ave. Free. “Forging a Sustainable Southwest: The Power of Collaborative Conservation.” Details: Call 247-1438 email mary@mariasbookshop.com or visit mariasbookshop.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.

20MOONS dance theater presents “How to See in the Dark,” 7 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $30 general/$20 students/children. New, original dance, theater and live music production exploring themes of light/dark, body/earth, personal/universal. Tickets and details: www.20moons.com/how-to-see-in-the-dark.html.

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.

Yard sale, 8:30 a.m., 905 Hidden Valley Circle. Three neighbors are having a yard/garage sale and everyone is invited. Details: Call 247-1233 or email tjvangemert@yahoo.com.

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.

Open House and Yard Sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Four Corners Equine Rescue, 22 Road 3334, Aztec. Meet the horses and find some donated treasures. All proceeds benefit the horses. Details: Call (505) 334-7220, email fcernm@gmail.com or visit www.fourcornersequinerescue.org.

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.

STREAMGirls, 1-3 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. Free. Girl scouts learn fly fishing skills. Details: Contact Pauline Ellis, plineellis@aol.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.

20MOONS dance theater presents “How to See in the Dark,” 7 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $30 general/$20 students/children. New, original dance, theater and live music production exploring themes of light/dark, body/earth, personal/universal. Tickets and details: www.20moons.com/how-to-see-in-the-dark.html.

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.

20MOONS dance theater presents “How to See in the Dark,” 7 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $30 general/$20 students/children. New, original dance, theater and live music production exploring themes of light/dark, body/earth, personal/universal. Tickets and details: www.20moons.com/how-to-see-in-the-dark.html.

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.

Mesa Verde Annual Volunteer Open House, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center, located just off U.S. Highway 160 at the park entrance. Interested in volunteering at Mesa Verde this year? Come find out about available opportunities. Details: https://tinyurl.com/y7rft5dh.

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.

Native American Art & Culture Student Fashion Show, 4:30 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies-Gallery, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. Students will showcase wearable creations made this semester, from clothing to jewelry. Details: Call 247-6102, email boxer_m@fortlewis.edu or visit

Rotary Club of Durango meeting, 6-7 p.m., Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. Free. Dr. Sarah Goodpastor on how Mercy Hospital meets the challenges of providing primary medical care. Visitors welcome. Contact Mtnman16@gmail.com.

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

Funder Connections for Nonprofits, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Free. A statewide virtual event for nonprofits to learn more about the El Pomar Foundation.

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.

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 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.

Black Velvet (Larry Carver and Nina Sasaki), 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

20MOONS dance theater presents “How to See in the Dark,” 7 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $30 general/$20 students/children. New, original dance, theater and live music production exploring themes of light/dark, body/earth, personal/universal. Tickets and details: www.20moons.com/how-to-see-in-the-dark.html.

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.

DAR Meeting, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Durango VA building, 1970 East Third Ave. Daughters of the American Revolution is for women tracing their roots to the American Revolution. Details: Call Sherryl Egy, (970) 507-0646.

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.

20MOONS dance theater presents “How to See in the Dark,” 7 p.m., The Light Box at Stillwater Music, 1316 Main Ave., Ste. C. $30 general/$20 students/children. New, original dance, theater and live music production exploring themes of light/dark, body/earth, personal/universal. Tickets and details: www.20moons.com/how-to-see-in-the-dark.html.

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.

Black Velvet (Larry Carver and Nina Sasaki), 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

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.

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

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.

Roosevelts Gala, 5 p.m., Ballroom, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $100. With special guest Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser. Tickets and details: https://tinyurl.com/ykcvey93.

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Sunday, April 27

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

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 2 and 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

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.

Thursday, May 1

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Friday, May 2

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Saturday, May 3

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

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

Sunday, May 4

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 2 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

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.

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Friday, May 9

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

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.

Garden Party and Mother’s Day Gifts, 2-6 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F (entrance on Ninth Street). Featuring local vendors, houseplant/garden starts, handmade jewelry, homemade cookies, chair massage, hair tinsel and more. Details: Visit www.thesubterraindurango.com.

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

Sunday, May 11

Merely Players presents “Guys and Dolls,” 2 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $38-$42. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.

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.

Saturday, May 24

Ladies Only Night, 5-8 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F (entrance on Ninth Street). Hair tinsel, chair massage, local jewelry for sale and a free clothing exchange. Details: Visit thesubterraindurango.com.

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.

Thursday, Oct. 2

Horizons Fall Photograph Conference, 4 p.m., Sky Ute Casino Resort and Hotel, 14324 Highway 172 North, Ignacio. $797. Four-day photography conference with world renown photographers. Details: www.horizonsphoto.com.

To submit an event

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