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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day activities at Fort Lewis College Durango, CO – The annual Fort Lewis College tradition of celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy will be held on Monday, January 18, 2016. The community is invited to join in the day’s free activities. The traditional March of Solidarity will begin the celebration at 12:15 p.m. Those wishing to participate should gather at the Center of Southwest Studies. The...
A Road Map to Your Financial Report WorkShop
A Road Map to Your Financial Report Durango, CO – The Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center and Southwest Colorado Community College present a workshop entitled A Road Map to Your Financial Report. According to the New York Times, 3 out of the top 5 reasons for business failure are associated with finances. “You cannot be in control of your business if you do not know what is going on. With bad numbers or no numbers, a...
Commodity Village at Wolf Creek
Com·mod·i·ty – /kəˈmädədē/ noun – a raw material or primary product that can be bought and sold, such as copper or coffee. Although relishing the opportunity to be outside in such a pristine place, I reminded myself I was in this meadow for a reason… The sight of these two posts in the marshy ground, brought me back to my mission here on this lonely pass in Southern Colorado. “This all could be gone”, I...
“Nutcracker” at Community Concert Hall event, Dec. 11-13
State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara to perform the classic “Nutcracker” San Juan Symphony featured at Community Concert Hall event, Dec. 11-13 Durango, CO – Nearly 50 local dancers will join the professionals of the State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara to present the magical holiday ballet, “Nutcracker,” at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. For the 9th consecutive year, the ballet will charm Durango audiences with two...
D&SNGRR The Polar Express
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ November 21, 2015-January 2, 2016 Based on the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg and adapted to the big screen in 2003, the story of a child’s Christmas Eve journey comes alive onboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth and fun of the Christmas season on a special trip to the North Pole! Fox News rated us one of top 5 POLAR EXPRESS RIDES! Make it your holiday tradition to...
Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp
LPEA seeking applicants for Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp All-expenses paid experience provides “leadership edge” to high school juniors Durango, CO – La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) invites high school juniors to participate in the Colorado Electric Education Institute Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp – an all-expenses paid educational/leadership camp set for July 17-22, 2016 at Glen Eden Resort outside of Steamboat...
Trail Magic – Crossing the Bridge
Seven years ago, I crossed the same bridge I stand upon now, both figuratively and literally. Looking back upon completing this circle 9000 miles from home, I realize this decision has been one of the most influential of my life. That being, to humbly submit myself to the unknown, and dance with it… Again, emphasizing the title of this series, “Trail Magic”… I’ve traveled through time, lost myself to the...
Noel night on December 4, 2015
Noel Night 2015 Durango, CO – On December 4, over 90 downtown merchants will be participating in Noel Night. It actually lasts all day and participating members have created their own store incentives including discounts, refreshments, entertainment and more. Sponsored by Local First, which is a non-profit organization comprised of locally owned, independent businesses in La Plata County. Now, I know I am supposed to shop local...
December 5, 2015 9am-4pm
Durango Native American Winter Arts Market December 5, 2015 Durango, CO – Please come out and support our Native American Students as well as Native American Artists. There will be authentic Native American jewlery, pottery, paintings, and other fine arts and crafts. We will also be selling breakfast burritos in the morning and there will be Navajo Tacos for sale at lunch time. The Market will take place at Durango High School...
Forget the June Wedding: Why a Fall Wedding is Ideal
Statistics show that over 2.3 million couples get married every year in the US, and that breaks down to nearly 6,200 weddings a day! However, we all know that there are some months more popular for getting married, and that the June wedding is still seen as ideal by many. In fact, 10.8% of all weddings take place in June, and 10.2% take place in August. Spring and summer weddings remain most popular, but in places like Durango, a fall...
Trail Magic – The “Digital Nomad”
I’m not sure what “gallivanting around the globe” involves… But it sounds like something worth doing. Talking on the phone with my sister before I left the country last week, those were her words… “Gallivanting” is defined as, “to wander about, seek pleasure”. Which is partially true. For whatever reason, the uncertain lifestyle and persona of a global adventurer has become...
Skyhawks Play Last Home Game Saturday
Come out to see our last home game this Saturday, the 7th of November and support your Skyhawks against Adams state! Our defense is ready! Coach Joe Morris and Coach Dave Varnell have been getting the Defensive linemen ready for this weekend!
Children’s Halloween Trick-or-Treating set for Downtown Durango
Children’s Halloween Trick-or-Treating set for Downtown Durango Merchants/BID/Chamber team up for 6th Annual event to provide safe Halloween activity Durango, CO – A record number of Downtown Durango businesses have teamed up with the Durango Business Improvement District (BID), Southwest Sound and Durango Chamber of Commerce to provide a safe “trick-or-treat” environment for area children, hosting a “Children’s Halloween,” Saturday,...
Japanese “taiko” October, 28, 2015
Nagata Shachu brings to Durango new traditions for Japanese “taiko” Powerful drumming group to take the Community Concert Hall stage on Oct. 28 Durango, CO – Rejuvenating the ancient art form of Japanese taiko through innovative and exciting music, Nagata Shachu comes to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, 7:30 p.m. Based in Toronto, Canada, Nagata Shachu has enthralled audiences with its...
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics. ALL DRESSED UP: Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame. Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and Trick-or-Treat bags for...
That’s Durango! Finding a Way to Change the Reputation of a Small Town
Everyone was late all the time. Kelly Spitzer, a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker, started showing houses in Durango and many of her potential clients would arrive up to 45 minutes late. “I was talking to people about that, and they said, oh that’s Durango,” explained Kelly. “I said no, that’s just rude. We all have busy lives, and I can’t just wait 45 minutes for people to show up.” After hearing about similar experiences with...
Local Music Producer Tributes the Animas – “Orange River”
“Orange River” – The Chava People “I recorded this song because of the lack of oversight that was going on…”, states songwriter and producer, James Mirabal. “When all that mine waste rushed into the Animas I was really shocked and confused. Then I felt mislead and then finally angry… because this could have been prevented…” Soulful and lamenting notes pierce this hard and...
“Enra” set to dazzle on Oct. 22, 2015
“Enra” set to dazzle at the Community Concert Hall, Oct. 22 Unique Japanese performance troupe combines dance/technology and more Durango, CO – Creating magic by fusing technology and performance art, “Enra” comes to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015, 7:30 p.m. The troupe will perform at only 10 venues in the United States during its 2015 world tour, one of which is the Community...
Rainbows are everywhere in Durango!!
I love Durango. Rainbows are everywhere. When I first moved here I found a double rainbow in the first hour! And this week alone I have seen two different rainbows on two different days… and a double rainbow graced the skies and filled up Durango just yesterday! So keep a good eye out… the rainbows of Durango may be stalking you! post by Sam Rose Visit Sam on his Great Dane website: ROSEDANES.com ...
Fall in Full Swing
Across southwest Colorado, fall is settling in. The ever shortening days, paired with fresh winter storm systems created prime conditions for the fall color change this last weekend. The color change is a spectacular event only offered for a 2-3 week window in late September and early October in which the deciduous trees in the area (mostly Gamble Oak and Aspens) put on a massive display of color. An all time favorite route is to...
