Durango Events
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Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson
Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson DESCRIPTION A battle between two of the greatest champions in UFC history—Jones, considered the top light heavyweight, faces Miocic, widely regarded as the best heavyweight. Will it be a fitting finale for these icons of the sport? Experience the thrilling atmosphere with fellow fans. Witness whether Jake Paul can rise to the challenge or if Tyson will reclaim his legendary status in the ring. Join us...
Mean Girls High School Edition Thu, Nov 14th- Sat, Nov 16th
Mean Girls High School Edition DESCRIPTION Adapted from Fey’s hit 2004 film, Mean Girls was nominated for a staggering 12 Tony Awards. This queen-bee took Broadway by storm and has joined the musical in-crowd. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking...
Here’s how much it snowed in your area, as of Thursday afternoon La Plata 1 NW Durango 3.5in.
DENVER (KDVR) — Snow has been falling for several days across Colorado, and while some areas have seen little to no accumulation, other parts of the state have seen nearly 3 feet of snow so far. Denver weather: What to expect as snow falls through end of week The snow started on Tuesday, with some areas collecting almost a foot of snow within 24 hours. Denver also saw its first measurable snowfall this season, during this storm. While...
Veterans Day Durango
Veterans Day Monday, November 11, 2024 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Main Street and 1550 Main Avenue Durango, CO 81301 !550 Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301 Veterans Day is a Special Day set aside to honor all our veterans for their service to this nation. The Day starts with a Veterans Day Parade which starts at 11:00 on Main Street. If you wish to join the Parade please contact us. The Parade is followed by an Air Force Fly Over....
Battle of the Bards
Battle of the bards At a loss for words right now? Well, you’re in luck. This Sat., Nov. 9, dozens of local poets will be filling the intellectual and literary void as they face off (as much as poets can) in Durango’s first Poetry Contest at 7 p.m. at the Durango Arts Center. This idea for the event was hatched a little over a month ago with a call to the community for poetry submissions. A panel of local judges reviewed the...
Scheduled Opening Day Festivities November 16 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Scheduled Opening Day Festivities November 16 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm The 2024/2025 ski season is scheduled to kick off at 9am on Saturday, November 16th! We are stoked to welcome you back to the mountain! Thanks to all of our hardworking team members and mother nature for getting the mountain ready for the season. As always we will bring the stoke and have “Powder”ed Pancakes! Come enjoy some early season turns and celebrate our opening...
History of Halloween
Halloween is among the oldest traditions in the world as it touches on an essential element of the human condition: the relationship between the living and the dead. The observance evolved from ancient rituals marking the transition from summer to winter, thereby associating it with transformation, which is still a central theme of the holiday. Every recorded civilization has created some form of ritual observance focused on...
Was the Bitcoin White Paper Intentionally Published on Halloween?
Key Takeaways The Bitcoin white paper was published on Oct. 31, 2008. Did Satoshi Nakamoto choose Halloween on purpose? Several theories explore the significance of the date. One of the more intriguing aspects of Bitcoin lore is that Satoshi Nakamoto’s original white paper was published on Halloween in 2008. But is there any significance to the date, or was it merely a coincidence of timing? You May Also Like Technology Tech Stock...
Annual Ski Swap
Annual Ski Swap Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 • 8:00 am – 4:00 pm La Plata County Fairgrounds • 2500 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 MapEvent Website Event Description More than 10,000 items to choose from! New and used ski and snowboard equipment for sale at prices that cannot be beat. In addition to the vendors, local individuals will have their equipment for sale as well. Buyers will experience further bonus as they discover hiking...
Register Now for Inaugural ‘Four Corners AI Conference’ in Durango
Register Now for Inaugural ‘Four Corners AI Conference’ in Durango Posted on October 29, 2024 by Post Contributor Get ready for a deep dive into the world of AI at the Four Corners AI Conference! Our journey begins here. The La Plata Economic Development Alliance is pleased to announce the inaugural Four Corners AI Conference on Friday, December 6, from 8:30am until 4pm. This free, one-day conference will be held at Fort Lewis...
Children’s Halloween Trick-or-Treat & Carnival
Children’s Halloween Trick-or-Treat & Carnival Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 • 4:00 – 6:00 pm Downtown Durango • Durango, CO Map Event Description The little ghost and goblins fill the streets of Downtown Durango on October 31 for the Children’s Halloween Event. This is a fun and safe option for kids to trick or treat in costume at nearly 100 participating merchants. This event is for children 10 and under, accompanied by...
Unexpected Link Between Menthol And Alzheimer’s Discovered in Mice
A recent study found something strange: When mice with Alzheimer’s disease inhale menthol, their cognitive abilities improve. It seems the chemical compound can stop some of the damage done to the brain that’s usually associated with the disease. In particular, researchers noticed a reduction in the interleukin-1-beta (IL-1β) protein, which helps to regulate the body’s inflammatory response – a response that can...
The Rocky Horror Show
The Rocky Horror Show Select dates from Oct 25 – Nov 2, 2024 Durango Arts Center • 802 E 2nd Ave, Durango, 81301 MapEvent Website Event Description Come and be a part of the Rocky Horror experience at the DAC. Sing and dance the “Time Warp” along along with Brad and Janet as they discover the wonders “over at the Frankenstein place” as they learn about love, life, and transvestite aliens. One fateful night, Brad Majors and his...
Halloween Bike Parade and Powerhouse Party
Halloween Bike Parade and Powerhouse Party Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 • 4:00 – 6:30 pm Animas River Trail • Durango, CO MapEvent Website Event Description Get ready for a ghoulishly good time at the Devo Halloween Costume Parade and Party! All Ages – Wear your costumes! All members of the public are welcome! Join us for a parade along the picturesque Animas River Trail, ending at the Powerhouse for an epic Halloween Party! Get...
Glaucoma Symptoms, Testing and Diagnosis
For years, Andrew Iwach, executive director of the Glaucoma Center of San Francisco, has been trying to convince patients to kick their smoking habit. Words like emphysema and lung cancer aren’t always successful. But when people learn that puffing could increase their risk of glaucoma, well, that’s a different story. “I’ve helped more patients quit smoking by letting them know smoking affects vision loss,” says Iwach, a spokesperson...
60-plus inches of snow could fall in upcoming Colorado blizzard
The National Weather Service has released their snowfall forecast for a storm that’s expected to hit Colorado this weekend – and it’s looking like it’ll be a doozy. For a bit of context, it’s worth noting that the National Weather Service releases three key maps related to potential snowfall – an ‘expected snowfall’ map (80% chance), a ‘high-end amount’ map (10% chance), and a...
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is blowing its last whistle for the fall
DURANGO, Colo. (KREX) – The historic Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is blowing it’s last whistle for the iconic Silverton steam train excursion and closing for the fall. There’s only two weeks left to experience the fall colors on this historic railroad. The last steam locomotive will depart on Saturday, Oct. 26. Railroad officials with the railroad tell WesternSlopeNow the train museum in Durango will be closed from Oct....
Fort Lewis College gallery exhibition: Halsey Berryman: Bird’s Eye View October 17th through November 21st
Opening Reception: Halsey Berryman: Bird’s Eye View October 17, 4:30 pm—November 21, 4:00 pm Event Series (See All) Free This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served at the opening reception. The Gallery at Fort Lewis College looks forward to welcoming artist Halsey Berryman and her exhibition Image: Halsey Berryman, Mallard, Digital Print, 2024 Halsey Berryman, Roadrunner, Digital Print, 2024 Bird’s...
Dark oxygen, discovered for the first time in history: It’s under the sea, and it’s not good at all
In a revolutionary study, researchers have found that oxygen may be generated in the deep ocean, challenging prolonged theories regarding its beginnings. This surprising fact, labelled dark oxygen, challenges traditional knowledge as well as raises substantial worries regarding the future of deep ocean environments as mining businesses observe the floor of the ocean for beneficial resources. Ocean researcher finds oxygen generation in...
Northern lights could return in “bursts” above Colorado Friday night
1:50 p.m. Friday update: The geomagnetic storms that generated northern lights above Colorado Thursday night are on the wane, but there’s at least a chance that the colorful atmospheric phenomena will return in “bursts” Friday night. Bryan Brasher, a project manager with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center, said Friday afternoon that the agency has downgraded its geomagnetic storm...
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