Southwest Life
Galloping Goose to make two Cascade Canyon runs in May
Trips rescheduled after avalanches caused winter cancellations
Southwest Lifestyle
Religion
Church membership in U.S. plummets over past 20 years
Among Americans 65 and older, church membership in 2016-18 averaged 64%, compared with 41% among those aged 18-29, according to Gallup.Associated Press file Gallup said church membership was 70% in…
Travel
Waikiki flood concerns spur push for Hawaii shore protection
Report forecasts 3-foot rise in sea level by end of century
Southwest Life
Avocational archaeology class to be offered at FLC
This 20-hour course is part of the Program for Avocational Archaeological Certification and is open to the public. No prior classes are required. The course will discuss the methods, theories…
Community
Marvel Grange to host queso workshop
Elanna Simmons will share and demonstrate how she makes queso cheese dip. Line dancing will also be held while the cheese sets.
And the West is History
Photo: Relay runners
It is unlikely that everyone pictured ran in the relay race that led to the awarding of this banner 105 years ago. Nonetheless, they all proudly shared in their team’s…
Community
Durango Adult Education Center to offer intermediate Spanish class
The class is an interactive, conversation class to improve Spanish-language skills. Students will learn new vocabulary and phrases to continue to deepen their knowledge. This class is suited for those…
Community
Senior Center to host Mother’s Day lunch
For more information or to make a reservation, call 382-6445.
Community
Sunnyside, Durango Public Library serve up edible books
This year’s challenge is to create representations using healthy foods. For more information, visit www.sunnyside.durangoschools.org.
Community
Lopez-Whiteskunk to talk about Bears Ears
Lopez-Whiteskunk, of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe, will speak about her experience on the Intertribal Coalition that helped form Bears Ears National Monument in 2016, and offer her thoughts about…
Community
Bear Smart to host mountain lion talk, workshop
Neils will give a presentation Thursday night and a workshop Friday. Attendees are required to register before the event and space is limited to 15 people. No dogs are allowed.…
Community
Great Decisions group to meet Tuesday
The theme of the discussion will be “Cyber Conflicts and Geopolitics.” Facilitator Gail Harris, U.S. Navy (retired), will present background materials and a film by the Foreign Policy Association. She…
Community
San Juan Basin Archaeological Society to meet
Laurie Webster and Chuck LaRue will discuss new research from the Cedar Mesa Perishables Project. There will be a social at 6:30 p.m. before the meeting. Webster is a specialist…
Community
Rotary Club of Durango to meet
Visitors are welcome. For more information, contact Bruce Rodman at 385-7899.
Community
DeColores Civitan to meet
The meeting is free and open to all. For more information, contact Christine Phillips at 385-5316 or visit www.decolorescivitan.org.
Community
High Noon Rotary to meet
Yui Nakagawa, an exchange student from Japan, will present information about her country, family and her experiences from living in the U.S. Community members are welcome to attend. Lunch will…
Community
TOPS to host open house
This free event will begin with weigh-in at 8:30 a.m., followed by a meeting from 9 to 10 a.m. TOPS is an affordable, effective weight loss support program open to…
Southwest Life
Tales of Hesperus: Murder, mining and bootlegging
Historic Driving Tour to explore town’s captivating early years
Food
How would local chefs keep life delicious on a desert island?
Former Air Force survivalist offers her insight on food
Food
Steamworks to tap Pineapple Express firkin
du1-i-syn For this firkin, Steamwork’s brewers started with a base of the Sultan of Stoke, the brewery’s New England style or juicy IPA. “These IPAs are known for their low…
Community
Cancer Coalition S.W. Colorado grateful for support
These beautiful gems are an assortment of highly polished stones of many shapes and colors. A rub of the stone in your pocket may be a reminder of hope and…
Community
Thank you from Cancer Coalition of S.W. Colorado
Their donated items such as lap blankets and shawls will be used by patients during hours of cancer treatment, both chemotherapy and radiation. These ladies find their way of giving…
Community
Thank you from Animas High School
We are grateful for the hospitality of the Durango Elks Lodge, an excellent event venue staffed by helpful folks. Thank you, too, to the local businesses that donated prizes for…
Community
Thank you from John Anderson
As the president of the Durango Botanical Society, it was my privilege to lead the DBS team in the installation of the Arboretum and Miniature Tree Garden on the north…
Community
Animas High School grateful for support
Thanks to their generosity, we raised $500 to support innovative project-based education that is preparing students for college, career and life at AHS. We are so grateful to this locally-owned…
Community
Thank you from El Centro
Jerry Martinez and his amazing crew at CJ’s Diner created beautiful dishes and catered. Jerry is an important supporter of Ballet Folklorico. Other restaurants also contributed: Gazpacho’s, Ore House, Nanny’s…
Community
BID to host Spring Red Balloon event
More than 40 merchants will participate, offering activities, games, events, shopping and more. Participate in a Passport Program to win prizes from merchants. The Red Balloon Drop will take place…
Community
Purpose Drive Project to host charity golf tournament
All proceeds will benefit children “aging out” of foster care by providing housing, job skills and life skills through The Purpose Driven Project, a 501(c)3. For more information or to…
Community
Durango Harley-Davidson to sponsor Unity Run and Rally for suicide awareness
Capping off the ride will be a rally at Durango Harley-Davidson with a car/motorcycle show, live music, guest speakers, vendors, raffle prizes, bounce house, activity tables, door prizes, free hot…
Food
How many cherries in frozen pie? FDA may soon drop its rules
The Food and Drug Administration is preparing to propose getting rid of a federal standard for frozen cherry pie, which say the products must be at least 25% cherries by…