Arts and Entertainment
Fine Art Photography Exhibit Now Open
A stunning exhibit of fine art photography from nine local artists is now open at the Durango Arts Center.
“Concerts at the Park” continues June 25
“Concerts at the Park” continues June 25 with the Tyller Gummersall Band Community Concert Hall and Alpine Bank offer free summer concert series in Buckley Park Durango, CO – Local and Nashville-based country singer/songwriter Tyller Gummersall with the Tyller Gummersall Band will continue the Alpine Bank-Community Concert Hall “Concerts at the Park” series on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at Durango’s Buckley Park, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. A La...
Would You Pay More in Taxes for Safe Roads?
La Plata County has more than 600 miles of roads within its boarders and it will spend about $4 million for road reconstruction and maintenance this year. But county officials say they need twice that much, and without an increase in revenues, the county road system is in danger of falling apart.
“Concerts in the Park” series at Buckley Park
“Concerts in the Park” series kicks off June 18 with Sky Pilot Alpine Bank and Community Concert Hall offer free summer concerts in Buckley Park Durango, CO – Four talented local musicians come together for an early evening of music as the band Sky Pilot kicks off the Alpine Bank-Community Concert Hall Concerts in the Park series, Thursday, June 18, 2015 at Durango’s Buckley Park, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sky Pilot is made up of Chad...
True West Rodeo June 3 – August 16, 2015
Durango’s True West Rodeo Durango, CO – True West Rodeos and the First National Bank of Durango are very excited to have come together to bring back the western heritage of Durango for the 2015 rodeo season. This year will consist of 6 rodeos with the last rodeo being held during the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railorad’s Railfest weekend. Durango is losing its western roots and we’re trying to bring that back...
June 18 through July 30 2015
Community Concert Hall and Alpine Bank reprise “Concerts in the Park” Free concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park set for Thursdays, June 18 through July 30 Durango, CO – Alpine Bank of Durango and the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College have teamed up once again to present the free summer “Concerts in the Park” in Durango’s Buckley Park, Thursdays, June 18 through July 30, 2015. All shows are scheduled for 5:30-7:30 p.m....
Concert series in Buckley Park upcoming
June 1, 2015 news Media contact for additional information: Charles Leslie, Director, Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 970.247.7468 or leslie_c Community Concert Hall and Alpine Bank reprise “Concerts in the Park” Free concert series in Durango’s Buckley Park set for Thursdays, June 18 through July 30 DURANGO, Colo. – Alpine Bank of Durango and the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College have teamed up once again...
July 4th, 2015
Business Improvement District announces 4th of July Parade “Call for Entries” Cash awards planned for three top entries in Independence Day Stars & Stripes Parade Durango, CO– In preparation for a fun-filled 4th of July, the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) has announced a “Call for Entries” for the Stars & Stripes Parade held on Main Ave. in Downtown Durango. The parade starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2015....
A Spark in the Distance – Part 3
Just as I started to feel familiar amidst the narrow streets and terracotta roofs of Marseille, my departure approached… Just as “comfortable” began to set in, it was time to leave the South of France and this alluring woman I so quickly grew fond of… Although I was acclimating to the aesthetics of French lifestyle, the whirling traffic and busy markets of Marseille failed to let my heart rate slow down. Every corner revealed a...
Diavolo Dance Theater returns to the Community Concert Hall on May 12, 2015
Diavolo Dance Theater returns to the Community Concert Hall Unique dance troupe presents “Architecture in Motion” on May 12 Durango, CO – Diavolo Dance Theater – Jacques Helm, artistic director – will bring its unique, modern, acrobatic dance to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College presenting “Architecture in Motion” on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, 7:30 p.m. An internationally renowned modern acrobatic dance company,...
A Spark in the Distance – Part 2
A week in France has already gone by, and as I walk down the wooden stairs into the kitchen, I catch her smile. It smells like breakfast and can see in her face, that she’s still enthralled by the idea that she landed this American guy… got him to fly across the globe to meet her. Each morning I’ve woken up, the first thought that goes through my own head is, “I’m in France… I’m actually here after dreaming about this for...
Ballet Folklorico May 5, 2015
Community Concert Hall welcomes Ballet Folklorico May 5 One of Mexico’s most popular exports brings visual fiesta to Durango Durango, CO – A visual fiesta comes to Durango as Ballet Folklorico Quetzalli de Veracruz takes the stage at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College on Tuesday, May 5, 2015, 7:30 p.m. Folk dance is one of the oldest and most deeply rooted traditions in Mexico, and Ballet Folklorico literally...
Permit Parking Paused
The Durango City Council puts permit parking on hold for Third Avenue . . . for now. The first master’s degree candidates graduate this May from Fort Lewis College. And we debut a new segment called “Find the Fun.” Learn more about the fun activities available to you in Southwest Colorado.
Pianist Robin Spielberg to perform April 29, 2015
Pianist Robin Spielberg comes to the Community Concert Hall One of America’s most-beloved pianists/composers to perform April 29 Durango, CO – Robin Spielberg, a Steinway Artist who has been winning the hearts of listeners around the world with her compelling melodies and sensitive piano technique, will share the beauty of her music at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 7:30 p.m. With...
The Met: Live in HD final performance on April 24, 2015
April 25 season finale for The Met: Live in HD features double bill Metropolitan Opera offers new productions of Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci Durango, CO – The ninth season of The Met: Live in HD series comes to a close Saturday, April 25, 2015, with an acclaimed new production of opera’s most beloved double bill: Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci. Cavalleria Rusticana (Mascagni)/Pagliacci (Leoncavallo) will be broadcast live in...
A Spark in the Distance – Part 1
Adventure is a brilliant word. Growing up believing in fairytales, I have always been mystified by the twists and turns of life. I’ve heard stories of treasure, and I think I may have found some. Or more precisely, it may have found me. The journey in its entirety, has yet to be told… What I do have, is a pile of letters, drawings, and poems from a woman in France… and a plane ticket. A digital romance was not something I had...
Durango TV News : La Posta Road Fire
Does the first major wildfire of the season a forecast of things to come this summer? The Colorado State Patrol will be out looking for distracted drivers in April, so “Drop the Distractions.” And get some tips from the Four Leaves Winery to get the most out your Durango Wine Experience. These stories and more on this edition of Inside Durango News.
The Buddy Holly Experience in Durango April 22
Rave On! The Buddy Holly Experience in Durango April 22 Community Concert Hall to feature popular rock ‘n’ roll tribute show Durango, CO – Re-live the era of good-time rock and roll as Rave On! The Buddy Holly Experience featuring Billy McGuigan, comes to the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College Wednesday, April 22, 2015, 7:30 p.m. The dance floor will be open. Rave On! re-invents the ordinary tribute show with an...
The Canyons of Cedar Mesa
Sunday afternoon I drove out La Posta Road to my good buddies house. I’d been marinating in both passion and frustration for days. I knew I needed to get out of town. Like others here in Durango, the desert was screaming my name. I needed to feel the sun on my skin, breath in a deep blue sky and get lost in the red rock. The day prior, I called a half dozen friends asking around to find someone to go camping with. No success,...
Durango Bluegrass Meltdown, April 17, 18, and 19, 2015
Durango Bluegrass Meltdown Durango, CO – The Meltdown has something for everyone – including young folks! From our Bluegrass in the Schools program, to children’s workshops and the Old Time Barn Dance, there’s a lot for the younger set to do. During the Meltdown, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to jam with other musicians – in hallways, on sidewalks, and many other locations. Don’t play? Relax and enjoy the scene! The...
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