Bach’s Lunch Concert: Durango Bach Festival, noon, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 910 East Third Ave. $30 (with lunch), $20 (without lunch), $5 student (no lunch included). Tickets and details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.
Lisa C. Taylor debut first novel author talk, 5 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St., Cortez. Free. Light refreshments and beverages served. Details: Email hroe@cortezco.gov.
State of the Animas and other Local Rivers, 5:30 p.m., Hillcrest Golf Club, 2300 Rim Drive. Presentations from CPW, USFS, and TU National.
Womenade, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Public House 701, 701 East Second Ave. Free (donations appreciated). Fundraise with Women’s Resource Center's for Womenade, an assistance program grant of up to $700. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yc8kcrkp.
Public Presentation: Childcare Plan, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Learn more about the $20 million community-driven framework designed to expand access to early childcare. Details: https://tinyurl.com/mwjw23ub.
San Juan Basin Archaeological Society presentation, 7 p.m., Lyceum room, Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. John Kappleman discusses “Adaptive foraging behaviors in the Horn of Africa during the Toba supereruption.” Details: Email chambrke@aol.com, call (970) 903-3929 or visit sjbas.org.
Farmington Cannabis Crawl, 9 a.m., 111 N. Main Ave., Aztec. Free. Join DGO for the third Annual Farmington Cannabis Crawl – explore dispensaries, win prizes and celebrate cannabis. Details: https://dgomag.com/farmington-dgo-crawl.
Bach’s Lunch Concert: Durango Bach Festival, noon, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 910 East Third Ave. $30 (with lunch), $20 (without lunch), $5 student (no lunch included). Tickets and details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.
Durango Community Blood Drive, 12:30-4:30 p.m., 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant at (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.
Sip & Stitch, 4-6 p.m., Durango Winery, 900 Main Ave., Suite E. Free. Bring crafts to work on – no glitter or paint – get 25% off glasses of wine. Details: durangowinery.com.
“Fried Green Tomatoes” Viewing, 5:15 p.m., Cortez Public Library. 202 N. Park St., Cortez. Free. Loop’s Coffee House will prepare an authentic Fried Green Tomato dish. Details: hroe@cortezco.gov.
Bike Durango City Council Multimodal Forum, 5:30 p.m., Zia Cantina, 2977 Main Ave. Learn about City Council candidates’ positions on multimodal projects and future of multimodal in Durango. Details: www.bikedurango.org.
Bach’s Lunch Concert: Durango Bach Festival, noon, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 910 East Third Ave. $30 (with lunch), $20 (without lunch), $5 student (no lunch included). Tickets and details: www.sanjuansymphony.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. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.
St. Patrick’s Day Science Fun, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., The Powerhouse, 1333 Camino del Rio. Included in $9.50 admission. Join us all weekend for St. Patrick-themed family friendly science activities. Details: Call 259-9234, email becky@powsci.org or visit www.powsci.org.
Durango Community Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant at (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.
YPOD Ski Day, 9 a.m., Purgatory Resort, 1 Skier Place. Free. Enjoy the slopes and après with the Young Professionals of Durango. Details: https://tinyurl.com/muyuy7k6.
Elemental: Reimagining Wildfire, 3 p.m., Pine River Library, 395 Bayfield Center Drive, Bayfield. Free. Learn how to protect your property from wildfire. Local experts will answer questions after movie. No registration required.
Durango Bach Festival Finale Concert, 7 p.m., St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 910 East Third Ave. $25 adult / $5 child. Tickets and details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.
Sound Underground: EDM Night, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. $10, 21 and older only. Late-nighter with live local DJs Forest Thump, Icite and Dancing Arrow. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.
St. Patrick’s Day Science Fun, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., The Powerhouse, 1333 Camino del Rio. Included in $9.50 admission. Join us all weekend for St. Patrick-themed family friendly science activities. Details: Call 259-9234, email becky@powsci.org or visit www.powsci.org.
St. Patrick’s Day Science Fun, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., The Powerhouse, 1333 Camino del Rio. Included in $9.50 admission. Join us all weekend for St. Patrick-themed family friendly science activities. Details: Call 259-9234, email becky@powsci.org or visit www.powsci.org.
What’s Chaos Gardening, 6:30 p.m., Animas Valley Grange, 7271 County Road 203. Free. Heather Houk, La Plata County Extension, will discuss how to add some healthy chaos to your garden. Details: Contact Deb at (970) 317-8162.
Spring Break at Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave., Aztec. $5 adult; $3 student; 5 younger free. Step back in time and explore local history. Thousands of artifacts and 15 historical buildings. Details: (505) 334-9829.
CreativiTEA, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218. 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.
Spring Break at Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave., Aztec. $5 adult; $3 student; 5 younger free. Step back in time and explore local history. Thousands of artifacts and 15 historical buildings. Details: (505) 334-9829.
Compass Points Lecture Series: Navigating Digital Safety, 6-7 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218. Free. A La Plata County Sheriff’s Office representative will discuss online safety, how to protect yourself from scammers. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.
Spring Break at Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave., Aztec. $5 adult; $3 student; 5 younger free. Step back in time and explore local history. Thousands of artifacts and 15 historical buildings. Details: (505) 334-9829.
Sip & Stitch, 4-6 p.m., Durango Winery, 900 Main Ave., Suite E. Free. Bring crafts to work on – no glitter or paint – get 25% off glasses of wine. Details: durangowinery.com.
Jason Thies, 5:30 p.m., The Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
Spring Break at Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave., Aztec. $5 adult; $3 student; 5 younger free. Step back in time and explore local history. Thousands of artifacts and 15 historical buildings. Details: (505) 334-9829.
The Badly Bent, 7 p.m., The Tangled Horn, 275 East Eighth Ave. Details: www.thebadlybent.com.
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. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.
Durango Community Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant at (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.
Spring Break at Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave., Aztec. $5 adult; $3 student; 5 younger free. Step back in time and explore local history. Thousands of artifacts and 15 historical buildings. Details: (505) 334-9829.
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.
Local Music: Tashi T & Friends, 8 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. $15, all ages. Durango folk. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.
Beginning Spanish Class, 5:30 p.m., 701 Camino del Rio, Suite 301. $76. Learn to speak Spanish class. Details: https://durangoadulted.org.
Divorce and Custody Legal Presentation, 5:30-7 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. and over Zoom. Free. A presentation on doing your own divorce and/or custody case in Colorado. Details: durangovap.com/events.
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.
Adults ROCK! 5 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218. Free. An adult-focused gathering to socialize and explore new interests. This month, discuss bird-watching. 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.
Current Conversations with Chris, 5:30-7 p.m., Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St. Free. Join LPEA’s CEO, Chris Hansen for open conversation and updates from the electric co-op. Details: https://tinyurl.com/8zez5zz3.
Compass Points Lecture Series: Navigating Digital Safety, 6-7 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Highway 140, Hesperus. Free. A La Plata County Sheriff’s Office representative will discuss online safety, how to protect yourself from scammers. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email flmpatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.
5RTU Women's Skill Refresher at San Juan Angler, 5 p.m., San Juan Angler, 600 Main Ave., Suite 20. Free. Hone your skills and get recommendations from local guides. Details: Contact Pauline Ellis (plineellis@aol.com) for more information, and be sure to register early to secure a spot.
YPOD Networking Happy Hour, 5 p.m., Ska Brewing Co., 225 Girard St. Free. Networking happy hour with the Young Professionals of Durango, Durango Diplomats and Leadership La Plata. Details: https://tinyurl.com/ms386fc6.
WRC’s Extraordinary Woman Award Dinner, 5:30-7:30 p.m., DoubleTree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio. $85. Details: https://tinyurl.com/4pffxe45.
Duane Smith Remembrance Roundtable, 6:30-8 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies Lyceum, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Details: https://tinyurl.com/5ps2y6k4.
Durango Community Blood Drive, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., Riverside Professional Building next to Durango Public Library, 1970 East Third Ave., Suite 107. To make an appointment, contact Vitalant: (877) 258-4825 or vitalant.org.
Sip & Stitch, 4-6 p.m., Durango Winery, 900 Main Ave., Suite E. Free. Bring crafts to work on – no glitter or paint – get 25% off glasses of wine. Details: durangowinery.com.
High Desert Humor: Albuquerque Stand-Up Comedy Showcase, 7-9 p.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $25. Join comedian Adrianne Chalepah (“Reservation Dogs”) and Albuquerque’s funniest. Tickets and details: www.durangocomedy.com.
Allen Theatres Blood Drive, 1-3:30 p.m., 900 Trans Lux Drive (in the Bloodmobile). 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. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.
Alumni Breakfast at Hozhoni Days Powwow, 10 a.m.-noon, Student Union Vallecito Room, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $8 adult, $4 youths, 2 and younger free. Join FLC Alumni and members of the Native American Alumni Chapter for breakfast. Details: https://tinyurl.com/5rvft7wz.
Learn From the Pros: Take your kid fly fishing, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 29th Street put-in. Free. Details: email: pikaenterprisesllc@gmail.com.
Won’t You Be My Neighbor?, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Fort Lewis Mesa Library, 11274 Highway 140, Hesperus. Free. Meet Hesperus-area neighbors, service providers and organizations. Exhibitors sought. Free lunch while supplies last. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, email cindy@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816.
Learn about low-cost health care programs and avoiding surprise bills, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Free. Learn about your rights accessing health care at all levels of insurance coverage and documentation status. Details: Visit https://forms.gle/VHCp4vnqwHL1W88D6 or email kgruschow@cohealthinitiative.org.
D&D Club, noon-3 p.m., Sunnyside Library, 75 County Road 218. Free. Dungeons and Dragons Club. No experience or materials necessary. Open to beginners and experienced players. Details: Visit www.swlplibrarydistrict.org, sspatron@swlplibrarydistrict.org or call 375-3816, ext. 2.
Live Local Music, 8 p.m., The Subterrain, 900 Main Ave., Suite F, entrance on Ninth Street. $15, all ages. Shallow Eddy’s and Yes, No, Maybe. Details: thesubterraindurango.com.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Undergraduate Research Symposium & Gala, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. Details: https://tinyurl.com/269yc669.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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