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Discover Your Hidden Culinary Talent Today
Learn to cook from two of the greatest Chefs Durango has to offer. Chef Terri D Steinberg & Chef Todd Escudior inspire even the most fearful of cooking. Explore your love of food while gaining delightful skills and fresh ideas. Gather recipes, mingle with new friends, and expand your culinary horizons today. Rylee Mac’s Market & Cooking School invites you to ‘Discover your hidden...
Music in the Mountains Opening Gala
Pager item text :Music in the MountainsImage:Music in the Mountains Opening Gala Reserve your tickets now for the Opening Gala of the 24th festival season of Music in the Mountains at Durango Mountain Resort. The Durango Mountain Club at Purgatory Lodge will host an elegant reception with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 5 pm, followed by an intimate concert by Dmitri Berlinsky on violin, accompanied by his wife, Elena Baksht, on...
Bringing Back the Wild West: Gunfights Return to the Diamond Belle Saloon
Image:Bringing Back the Wild West: Gunfights Return to the Diamond Belle Saloon Historic downtown Durango will continue to live up to its name this summer, as The Strater Hotel and the Diamond Belle Saloon bring back the traditional western saloon gunfight. This staged event takes place at the Diamond Belle Saloon, which is directly adjacent to the Strater Hotel. The Diamond Belle is revered as Durango’s original...
FOAL (Friends of the Arts Library) at Durango Art Center presents Ann Dettmer Sacred Places of the Heart
FOAL (Friends of the Arts Library) at Durango Art Center presents Ann DettmerSacred Places of the HeartExplorations in Mixed MediaJuly 6 – August 28th 2010Artist Reception July 9 5-7 p.m. 802 E Second AveDurango Ann’s mixed media paintings and artist books are stunning. Dettmer a Ouray artist is best known for her evocative oil paintings, however her show at DAC will be some of her new explorations. Dettmer has been...
Durango Road Report for the Week of July 4th
Image:Durango Road Report for the Week of July 4th The following is the road report for the week of July 4th, 2010: Road Construction: Florida Road Reconstruction Traffic is one way westbound only from North College Drive to E 3rd/15th Street. Motorists are encouraged to use CR 250 to connect to Florida Road eastbound. Colorado Avenue In conjunction with the Florida Road Project Colorado Avenue will be closed to through...
Electricity usage monitors available free-of-charge to the public
Image:Electricity usage monitors available free-of-charge to the public La Plata Electric and area libraries offering “Kill A WattTM” monitors on loan DURANGO, Colo. – In an effort to help its customers understand and potentially reduce their electricity usage, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is now offering “Kill A WattTM”...
LPEA revises policy for renewable generation
Image:LPEA revises policy for renewable generation Funds to be allocated for REC purchase for up to 10kW of installation per system La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) has revised its renewable generation policy to provide a more consistent and equitable rebate amount to member-customers, and ensure sustainable incentives for installation of local solar PV, wind and micro-hydro electricity generating systems at both residences...
Wednesdays Local Social
‘Evenings on Eighth, a Durango local’s social event every Wednesday from 4:00 until 8:00 that showcases and celebrates everything that is unique and local to our community.’ Come and enjoy live music, local food, beer-wine, bikes, art, kid’s activities and the Durango Farmers Market. Evenings on Eighth is a community fair with an emphasis on sustainability. The event occupies Eighth Street between the railroad...
CALEB CRUMP’S DISCO PARTY EXTRAVAGANZA
July 10, 2010 10:00 pm – 2:00 amDoors Open @ 9:00pm18+ Ages$5 At the doorCome out to The Abbey for your chance to be on national television! THE CALEB CRUMP TV SHOW will be airing a 30 minute episode from THE ABBEY THEATRE! Join us for a disco extravaganza featuring DJ Caleb Crump!$5 Cover!!!Caleb Crump is an accomplished television producer, host, entrepreneur, and entertainer. He has created over 1,000 television...
4th of July Freedom 5K Run/Walk
Image:4th of July Freedom 5K Run/Walk Durango, CO: Join the City of Durango’s Parks and Recreation Department and start your 4th of July festivities on the right foot. Bring your whole family and all of your friends to participate. All ages are welcome to run, walk, stroll or stride this festive 5K along the scenic Animas River Trail. The Durango Parks and Recreation Department invites everyone to...
The Local Passion of Elizabeth Kanahan
She has been painting her whole life, and always loved it but didn’t believe it was possible to make a living at it. Durango is fortunate to have so many local artists, and has found the passion within one of our very own. She attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro to study to be a dietitian after high school, completing two years before realizing that it wasn’t for her. She moved back to NJ,...
Durango Meets ‘Eno’
Newly opened Wine Bar ‘Eno’ is Durango’s fresh new wine lounge where you can sink into a relaxing atmosphere while savoring the tastes of a huge variety of fine wines. Eno is the latest adventure of Alison Dance, owner of the award winning Cyprus Café. Combining her passions for wine, community and art, Eno provides a comfortable downtown haven for all three. Just as Cyprus Café offers fresh flavors in food and...
High Altitude Culinary Secrets in Durango Colorado mountain town
Image:Summary:From down-to-earth eateries, cafes and brewpubs to award-winning fine dining, Durango’s culinary offerings reflect the richness, creativity, talent and uniqueness of the southwest. Simmering and sautéing well above sea level is a culinary delight: from sushi to Himalayan and classic French to American Southwest. Durango is a hotbed for traditional and innovative cuisines that blend the absolute best flavors from...
ECO LOGIC EVENTS AND PASSION PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS DURANGO GAY MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL
Image:ECO LOGIC EVENTS AND PASSION PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS DURANGO GAY MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL Weekend-long event highlights Durango’s world-class mountain bike terrain. ECO LOGIC EVENTS AND PASSION PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS DURANGO GAY MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL Weekend-long event highlights Durango’s world-class mountain bike terrain.Eco Logic Events is excited to introduce the first annual Durango Gay Mountain Festival, a unique celebration...
Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College announces 2010 Fall Performing Arts Series
Pager item text :Concert Hall 2010Image:Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College announces 2010 Fall Performing Arts Series Tickets for the Fall 2010 Performing Arts Series at The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College are set to go on sale July 1, 2010, available on the web at www.durangoconcerts.com, by calling 970.247.7657, or visiting the Ticket Office in Downtown Durango at 7th and Main Ave. The line-up of...
Ahh…Choo! Try a sweet natural remedy
It’s that time of year Durango, tis’ the season for allergies. Stuffiness, sneezing, itchy, watery eyes, headache, & coughing & runny nose….yuck. Good news is there are many local, natural remedies we can use to alleviate these symptoms. But, which one’s the best? Local honey is honey made by bees in your own neighborhood or region from local pollens. Raw honey is never heated, processed or...
La Plata County Sustainability Office Offers Watering Efficiency Measures
Image: La Plata County Sustainability Office Offers Watering Efficiency Measures Durango, CO – The hot days of summer are here again! And, there are some key “do’s and don’ts” when it comes to watering efficiency measures. By following these few basic water conservation principles, we all can do our part to help conserve our community’s precious water resource and still enjoy a...
Fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity and Home Builders Assn. of SW CO
Image:Fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity and Home Builders Assn. of SW CO Annual Building Supplies Yard Sale- June 26, 2010 On Saturday, June 26, 2010 Habitat for Humanity and the Home Builders Association of S.W. Colorado are sponsoring a joint fundraiser, the 2010 AnnualBuilding Supplies Yard Sale. The event will be held at 3 Springs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. New and used building materials will be for sale...
Completion of Animas River Trail and Bridge Project
Image:Completion of Animas River Trail and Bridge Project The newest Animas River Trail (ART) pedestrian bridge and trail section will be opened for public use on Wednesday, June 23. The quarter mile ART addition includes a 250 foot pedestrian bridge over the Animas River and provides connection between the half mile portion of ART behind the Durango Mall and the 1.2 mile stretch of ART between the La Plata County Humane...
Organic Tradition at Fox Fire Farms
Many of us are growing more and more ‘cautious’ of what we put into our bodies these days. Rightfully so since most of the foods we need to nourish our bodies are riddled with chemicals and lack essential nutrients needed to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Very few farms offer higher standards of quality along with a truly organic product. We are extremely fortunate to have a local, family owned, totally organic farm right...
