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Mt. Allison Grange to hold Christmas party on Dec. 19
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Mt. Allison Grange to hold Christmas party on Dec. 19

December 6, 2016

Kendrick Nossman greets arrivals at the Mt. Allison Grange.Photo by Melanie Brubaker Mazur The free dinner on Dec. 19 will feature “Roasted Beast,” “Who Mash,” “Green Fingers Punch” and coffee.…

Bar D Wranglers’ Christmas Jubilee will be Dec. 17
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Bar D Wranglers’ Christmas Jubilee will be Dec. 17

December 5, 2016

du1-i-syn Bar D Wranglers Gary Cook, Richard Lee Cody, Matt Palmer, and Joel Racheff perform family-friendly traditional western music, cowboy poetry, tall tales, and warm-hearted humor in the spirit of…

Bluebird boxes for sale
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Bluebird boxes for sale

December 5, 2016

The Colorado Parks and Wildlife museum volunteer group is offering $30 cedar bluebird boxes from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Colorado Parks and Wildlife service…

Wolf Creek opens 7 days a week
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Wolf Creek opens 7 days a week

December 4, 2016

Wolf Creek Ski Area received 6 inches from the weekend storm, bringing the all-natural midway to 39 inches.SHAUN STANLEY/Durango Herald file Wolf Creek is now open seven days a week,and…

Is there anything more  magical than holidays?
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Is there anything more magical than holidays?

December 3, 2016

In German tradition, Christmas giving and receiving begins the night of Dec. 5.Courtesy of Pamela Stewart The Germans really know how to milk a holiday. And Christmas is the crowning…

San Juan Mountains Association tree sale underway
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San Juan Mountains Association tree sale underway

December 2, 2016

The San Juan Mountains Association is selling Christmas trees and wreaths to raise money for the nonprofit’s education and volunteer programs.Courtesy of San Juan Mountains Association Proceeds from the sale…

Santa arriving at Fanto Park by whirly bird
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Santa arriving at Fanto Park by whirly bird

December 1, 2016

du1-i-syn Santa’s whirly bird is expected to touchdown about 4:30 p.m. Friday is also Noel Night. Visit Local First at www.local-first.org for a list of all the participating merchants and…

Food bank, gallery hold food drive
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Food bank, gallery hold food drive

December 1, 2016

Durango Food Bank, 194 Bodo Drive, and Karyn Gabaldon Arts, 680 Main Ave., are requesting donations of nonperishable food items and money through Dec. 24 as part of the “no…

San Juan Regional opens Bayfield heart clinic
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San Juan Regional opens Bayfield heart clinic

December 1, 2016

Chaneydu1-i-syn Dr. Rachel Chaney will provide cardiology services at the Bayfield clinic, including heart and peripheral vascular disease treatment and management, graded exercise stress testing, and echocardiogram services. Chaney has…

LPEA lunch to raise funds for Salvation Army
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LPEA lunch to raise funds for Salvation Army

November 30, 2016

La Plata Electric Association will host its Stuff the Kettle Green Chile Lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Dec. 14 at the cooperative’s Durango headquarters, 45 Stewart Street…

Elk’s Lodge offers dinner for veterans
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Elk’s Lodge offers dinner for veterans

November 30, 2016

The Durango Elks Lodge, 901 East Second Ave., is hosting a Veterans Committee holiday dinner at 4 p.m. Dec. 10.Courtesy of the Durango Elks Lodge Dinner is free for veterans…

Arts & Crafts Festival returns for 42nd year
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Arts & Crafts Festival returns for 42nd year

November 29, 2016

The 42nd annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival will be held from Friday to Sunday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds.Creators.com The festival will offer an array of crafts, foods,…

Dayplanner-Wednesday
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Dayplanner-Wednesday

November 29, 2016

Kiwanis of the Narrow Gauge meeting, 6:45-7:30 a.m., Carver Brewing Co., 1022 Main Ave., 375-0079. Sunrise Yoga adult classes, 7-8 a.m. or 8:15-9:15 a.m., Boys and Girls Club, 2790 Main…

Free legal clinic Dec. 9 in Ignacio
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Free legal clinic Dec. 9 in Ignacio

November 28, 2016

du1-i-syn The next clinic will be Dec. 9. By computer link, volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms, and explain the process and procedure for all areas of…

Christmas potluck and dance Saturday in Breen
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Christmas potluck and dance Saturday in Breen

November 28, 2016

The town of Breen will hold its Christmas Potluck and Dance at the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Breen-Community-Building-455589707924752/">Breen Community Building</a> on Saturday.Courtesy of the Breen Community Building The potluck will start at 6…

Nonprofit roundtable offered Dec. 6
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Nonprofit roundtable offered Dec. 6

November 27, 2016

Liz Rossdu1-i-syn Executive Director Liz Ross will host a Nonprofit Roundtable: “A Conversation on Evaluating Finances, Board Accountability and Identifying New Funding Sources.” The event will take place from 11…

Ignacio library announces events
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Ignacio library announces events

November 27, 2016

du1-i-syn “The BFG,” the film adaptation of the Roald Dahl classic, will be shown at 4 p.m. Dec. 8. Popcorn and light refreshments served.“The Secret Life of Pets,”will be shown…

Noel Night begins 5 p.m. Friday
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Noel Night begins 5 p.m. Friday

November 27, 2016

Local First invites the public to attend Noel Night on Friday. While most events are held from 5 to 9 p.m., many drawings and specials are available all day Friday…

Part of Animas River Trail closed this week
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Part of Animas River Trail closed this week

November 26, 2016

Trail users should exercise caution when using the Animas River Trail in this area. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation, Park Maintenance Division, at 375-7380.

Durango Sunday Dayplanner
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Durango Sunday Dayplanner

November 26, 2016

Recycle used cooking oil/grease, free, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Durango Wastewater Treatment Plant, located near Santa Rita Park at 105 South Camino Del Rio, will be accepting used cooking oil/grease on…