City Grant Recipients Announced

City Grant Recipients Announced The City of Durango and Durango Arts Center are pleased to announce the 2008 City Grant Award recipients.
Home Popular Durango-based artist Deborah Gorton launches web site Artist’s mixed media work and class information now at www.deborahgorton.com Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango is a doggone friendly town! When you’re ready to escape the dog-eat-dog world of the big city, Durango is the natural choice. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. This Ecological Footprint Quiz Ever wondered how much "nature" your lifestyle requires? Animas River Trail Mural Project Trout Wall Mural Anticipates Completion in July 2007 Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Trout Wall Public Art Work Nears Completion After three months of volunteering by a group of Durango middle school and local area high school students, the Animas River Trail Mural Trout Wall is nearing completion. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. City Begins Work on Downtown Sidewalk Design Project The City of Durango is undertaking a redesign and upgrade of its downtown pedestrian areas, including sidewalks, curbs, crossings and streetscapes. Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Home Composting Bins Available From The City of Durango The Smiley Garden: Locally grown food making sense for Durango, the world The miracle of nature is now very evident at the Smiley Garden, located along East Third Ave. on the east side of the historic Smiley Building. A model for sustainability, the Smiley Building is owned by Charles Shaw and his wife Lisa Bodwalk. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. August 2007 Steering Committee Meeting Minutes DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion Youth come together for FLC Earth Week to create a stronger community Students from Fort Lewis College and local high schools hope to start a conversation next week about La Plata County’s future. Youth come together for FLC Earth Week to create a stronger community Students from Fort Lewis College and local high schools hope to start a conversation next week about La Plata County’s future. Youth come together for FLC Earth Week to create a stronger community Students from Fort Lewis College and local high schools hope to start a conversation next week about La Plata County’s future. Craig Westberg District Attorney - Statement As there appears to be speculation as to whether or not I will seek another term as District Attorney, it seems prudent to announce that I have made a firm decision in that regard. I will not run again, but have every intention of finishing this term. Craig Westberg District Attorney - Statement As there appears to be speculation as to whether or not I will seek another term as District Attorney, it seems prudent to announce that I have made a firm decision in that regard. I will not run again, but have every intention of finishing this term. Downtown community gathering to celebrate Durango’s spirit/resilience The City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host a community gathering, designed to celebrate Durango’s spirit and resilience, Friday, March 21, 3 to 5 p.m., in the 700 block of Main Avenue. Downtown community gathering to celebrate Durango’s spirit/resilience The City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host a community gathering, designed to celebrate Durango’s spirit and resilience, Friday, March 21, 3 to 5 p.m., in the 700 block of Main Avenue. Downtown community gathering to celebrate Durango’s spirit/resilience The City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host a community gathering, designed to celebrate Durango’s spirit and resilience, Friday, March 21, 3 to 5 p.m., in the 700 block of Main Avenue. Downtown community gathering to celebrate Durango’s spirit/resilience The City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host a community gathering, designed to celebrate Durango’s spirit and resilience, Friday, March 21, 3 to 5 p.m., in the 700 block of Main Avenue. CALLING ALL FORMER EMPLOYEES OF PURGATORY Have you ever donned a Purgatory Ski Jacket? Did you help build Purg’s original day lodge? Did you provide support during the early years? CALLING ALL FORMER EMPLOYEES OF PURGATORY Have you ever donned a Purgatory Ski Jacket? Did you help build Purg’s original day lodge? Did you provide support during the early years? The Hozhoni Days celebration is back for a 44th year at FLC The Hozhoni Days (Navajo, meaning “Days of Beauty”) celebration is one of the oldest and biggest events at Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO. The Hozhoni Days celebration is back for a 44th year at FLC The Hozhoni Days (Navajo, meaning “Days of Beauty”) celebration is one of the oldest and biggest events at Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO. The Hozhoni Days celebration is back for a 44th year at FLC The Hozhoni Days (Navajo, meaning “Days of Beauty”) celebration is one of the oldest and biggest events at Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO. The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic tour is full The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic tour is full The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic tour is full The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic tour is full Second-grade teacher hired as Animas Valley principal A Florida Mesa second-grade teacher has been nominated to become the next principal at Animas Valley Elementary School. Second-grade teacher hired as Animas Valley principal A Florida Mesa second-grade teacher has been nominated to become the next principal at Animas Valley Elementary School. Second-grade teacher hired as Animas Valley principal A Florida Mesa second-grade teacher has been nominated to become the next principal at Animas Valley Elementary School. Miller congratulates regional science fair winners Miller congratulates regional science fair winners Miller congratulates regional science fair winners Miller congratulates regional science fair winners Artists Invited to Display Artwork at the Rec Center Artists Invited to Display Artwork at the Rec Center Artists Invited to Display Artwork at the Rec Center LA PLATA COUNTY SOLICITS COMMENT ON THE OIL & GAS CODE PROPOSED AMENDMENT La Plata County Community Development Department will be accepting public comment regarding the proposed amendment to the La Plata County Land Use Code, Chapter 90 – Natural Resources. LA PLATA COUNTY SOLICITS COMMENT ON THE OIL & GAS CODE PROPOSED AMENDMENT La Plata County Community Development Department will be accepting public comment regarding the proposed amendment to the La Plata County Land Use Code, Chapter 90 – Natural Resources. LA PLATA COUNTY SOLICITS COMMENT ON THE OIL & GAS CODE PROPOSED AMENDMENT La Plata County Community Development Department will be accepting public comment regarding the proposed amendment to the La Plata County Land Use Code, Chapter 90 – Natural Resources. PURGATORY'S ALL-SEASON PASS SALE STARTS THIS SATURDAY Get 2008/09 passes with big discounts and extra perks PURGATORY'S ALL-SEASON PASS SALE STARTS THIS SATURDAY Get 2008/09 passes with big discounts and extra perks PURGATORY'S ALL-SEASON PASS SALE STARTS THIS SATURDAY Get 2008/09 passes with big discounts and extra perks PURGATORY'S ALL-SEASON PASS SALE STARTS THIS SATURDAY Get 2008/09 passes with big discounts and extra perks Police Seek Witnesses The Durango Police Department is seeking witnesses to the incident at Denny's Restaurant which occurred on Monday, March 10, 2008. Police Seek Witnesses The Durango Police Department is seeking witnesses to the incident at Denny's Restaurant which occurred on Monday, March 10, 2008. Utility Refund Program Available for Residents The City of Durango is now accepting applications for the utility refund program. If your total household income for 2007 was $20,376 or less, you may qualify for the Utility Refund. Utility Refund Program Available for Residents The City of Durango is now accepting applications for the utility refund program. If your total household income for 2007 was $20,376 or less, you may qualify for the Utility Refund. "Autism Yesterday" at the Abbey Theatre Amy and Michael McCardell are hosting the film "Autism Yesterday" at the Abbey Theatre on Thursday, April 17th. This film will document five families that have recovered, or are recovering, their children from autism using the same biomedical intervention "Autism Yesterday" at the Abbey Theatre Amy and Michael McCardell are hosting the film "Autism Yesterday" at the Abbey Theatre on Thursday, April 17th. This film will document five families that have recovered, or are recovering, their children from autism using the same biomedical intervention "Autism Yesterday" at the Abbey Theatre Amy and Michael McCardell are hosting the film "Autism Yesterday" at the Abbey Theatre on Thursday, April 17th. This film will document five families that have recovered, or are recovering, their children from autism using the same biomedical intervention Young Poets’ showcase at maria’s bookshop april 15th April is National Poetry Month, and Maria’s Bookshop has invited three fresh voices to do a good old fashioned poetry reading from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15th in celebration of it. Young Poets’ showcase at maria’s bookshop april 15th April is National Poetry Month, and Maria’s Bookshop has invited three fresh voices to do a good old fashioned poetry reading from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15th in celebration of it. za rinpoche Tibetan Buddhist spiritual master and beloved teacher Za Choeje Rinpoche will be in Durango on Sunday April 13th and Monday April 14th for three events open to the public. za rinpoche Tibetan Buddhist spiritual master and beloved teacher Za Choeje Rinpoche will be in Durango on Sunday April 13th and Monday April 14th for three events open to the public. PURGATORY’S END OF SEASON BASH PURGATORY’S END OF SEASON BASH PURGATORY’S END OF SEASON BASH PURGATORY’S END OF SEASON BASH LA PLATA COUNTY APPOINTS ERICK AUNE AS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR La Plata County is pleased to announce the appointment of Erick Aune as the Director of the La Plata County Community Development Department. LA PLATA COUNTY APPOINTS ERICK AUNE AS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR La Plata County is pleased to announce the appointment of Erick Aune as the Director of the La Plata County Community Development Department. One Planet Party celebrates student Environmental Center at FLC The Fort Lewis College Environmental Center hosts its annual spring fundraiser on Friday, March 28th at the Abbey Theatre in downtown Durango. One Planet Party celebrates student Environmental Center at FLC The Fort Lewis College Environmental Center hosts its annual spring fundraiser on Friday, March 28th at the Abbey Theatre in downtown Durango. One Planet Party celebrates student Environmental Center at FLC The Fort Lewis College Environmental Center hosts its annual spring fundraiser on Friday, March 28th at the Abbey Theatre in downtown Durango. People pack Main Ave. for fire tribute People pack Main Ave. for fire tribute People pack Main Ave. for fire tribute People pack Main Ave. for fire tribute FREE Maintenance Clinic at Mountain Bike Specialists Mountain Bike Specialists will host a FREE maintenance clinic on Friday April 4th at 949 Main Avenue from 6:00p.m. until 7:30p.m. FREE Maintenance Clinic at Mountain Bike Specialists Mountain Bike Specialists will host a FREE maintenance clinic on Friday April 4th at 949 Main Avenue from 6:00p.m. until 7:30p.m. FREE Maintenance Clinic at Mountain Bike Specialists Mountain Bike Specialists will host a FREE maintenance clinic on Friday April 4th at 949 Main Avenue from 6:00p.m. until 7:30p.m. 2700 BLOCK OF COUNTY ROAD 250 FLOODING UPDATE 2700 BLOCK OF COUNTY ROAD 250 FLOODING UPDATE 2700 BLOCK OF COUNTY ROAD 250 FLOODING UPDATE Durango Public Library Announces New Environmental Database Durango Public Library Announces New Environmental Database COUNTY ROAD 250 REOPENED TO THROUGH TRAFFIC COUNTY ROAD 250 REOPENED TO THROUGH TRAFFIC COUNTY ROAD 250 REOPENED TO THROUGH TRAFFIC Yes We Can…Smash!! In celebration of Earth Day, Habitat for Humanity and La Plata Electric Association are teaming up to hold a Yes We Can…Smash!! (an aluminum can smashing event to help make transport to Cortez more efficient and affordable) on Saturday, April 19 from 10a Yes We Can…Smash!! In celebration of Earth Day, Habitat for Humanity and La Plata Electric Association are teaming up to hold a Yes We Can…Smash!! (an aluminum can smashing event to help make transport to Cortez more efficient and affordable) on Saturday, April 19 from 10a CDOT road project updates Ska Brewing Co. ushers in a new era with its 24,000 square foot “world headquarters” Several years ago, when it became clear to the partners of Ska Brewing Co. that they needed to expand the existing brewery or find a new home, they made the decision to do it “right.” Today, and after a nearly $5 million investment, Ska has opened its new Ska Brewing Co. ushers in a new era with its 24,000 square foot “world headquarters” Several years ago, when it became clear to the partners of Ska Brewing Co. that they needed to expand the existing brewery or find a new home, they made the decision to do it “right.” Today, and after a nearly $5 million investment, Ska has opened its new Svanes, Brant named to head LPEA Finance Department Electric cooperative welcomes new CFO and Controller. Svanes, Brant named to head LPEA Finance Department Electric cooperative welcomes new CFO and Controller. Community Concert Hall welcomes Blues Rockers Edgar Winter Band Oct. 19 Community Concert Hall welcomes Blues Rockers Edgar Winter Band Oct. 19 Community Concert Hall welcomes Blues Rockers Edgar Winter Band Oct. 19 Winter parking regulations now in effect Animas Museum announces October events Animas Museum announces October events Animas Museum announces October events Three Mercy physicians selected for 2007- 2008 Best Doctors in America® list Three Mercy physicians selected for 2007- 2008 Best Doctors in America® list Three Mercy physicians selected for 2007- 2008 Best Doctors in America® list Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Business Improvement District, City of Durango and Strater Hotel receive 2008 Governor’s Awards Business Improvement District, City of Durango and Strater Hotel receive 2008 Governor’s Awards Business Improvement District, City of Durango and Strater Hotel receive 2008 Governor’s Awards The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango School District 9-R News Briefs Oct. 13-17 School District 9-R News Briefs Oct. 13-17 Leadership La Plata seeks nominees for Barbara Conrad Award Leadership La Plata seeks nominees for Barbara Conrad Award	City of Durango and Durango Arts Center Announce the 2008 City Grant Recipients The City of Durango and Durango Arts Center are pleased to announce the 2008 City Grant Award recipients. Each year, the City of Durango sets aside funds for grants to support local arts as part of the City's Community Support services. The grant monies are administered and distributed by the Durango Arts Center. For 2008, the City designated $55,000 for the Arts Block Grants. The list of 2008 grant recipients includes: 3^rd Avenue Dance Company received $1,800 for "Take the Lead," Ballroom dance instruction in the schools. Animas Music Festival received $3,500 for Animas Music Festival's 14^th season and education outreach. Bluegrass Meltdown received $3,000 for the Durango Meltdown Bluegrass Festival Choral Society/Children's Chorale received $2,000 for the Durango Children's Choral three-day music camp. Contra Dance received $2,000 for a Contra dance workshop. Durango Arts Center received $17,900 for a 2008 Art Library Exhibition program ($1,200), DOCENTS for hands-on art experiences ($1,000), Durango Performing Arts camp ($1,200), G.O.A.L.-Girl's Opportunities through Arts and Leadership ($500), Traveling Exhibits program ($2,000), Children's Musical "High School Musical" ($4,000), Creativity Festivity - with Durango 9-R School District ($4,000), and Kindred Spirits ($4,000). Durango Independent Film Festival received $7,500. San Juan Symphony received $5,500. Music in the Mountains received $7,000 for Family Festivo ($2,500) and Goes to School ($4,500). Narrow Gauge Chorus received $500 for continuing community outreach service.
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