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80’s New Years Eve Party
80s Costume Contest with $1,900 in cash prizes! Tickets: $75 Couple • $40 Single Sky Ute Events Center, Ignacio CO Includes dinner, dancing, party favors and champagne toast. $15 Dance Only, Per Person
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Taking Control
“I can’t change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination.” – Bailey Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office. Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
Events Coming Up in the Durango Area
A few holliday events you may want to consider placing on your calendar.
Why Most Diets Don’t Work
Healthy Living in the Four Corners brings you Dr. Ashley Lucas, a registered dietician and found of PHD Weight Loss, who explains the science behind weight gain and weight loss, and why most diets and exercise regimens fail.
Winter Heating Safety Tips from DFRA
Do you use wood-burning stoves or fireplaces to warm your home in winter? While they may be convenient and inexpensive, wood-burning appliances can be dangerous. Here are a few safety tips for winter heating.
Snow Sculptures In The Plaza!
Watch as world-renowned artist Keith Martin creates another masterpiece out of snow, right before your eyes in the plaza. Stop by after your day of skiing and watch as his art comes to life out of a block of snow. Feel free to chat with the artist while he works. Date: December 26, 2018 to December 29, 2018 Location: The Plaza @ Purgatory
Durango—Truly One of the Best Places for the Holidays
Did you know Durango frequently appears on “best of” lists to visit? This time of the year, we have been recognized nationwide as a magical place to spend the holidays (https://www.theactivetimes.com). Over the past few weeks, we’ve highlighted some of the town’s events, including the famous Polar Express. However, there’s still more to do! If you’re approaching vacation in the next week and looking for some family-friendly...
Holiday Church Services – Pagosa Springs
Christmas Eve: Candlelight Service at Amazing Grace Community Church at 6pm. – 77 Navajo Circle. To contact the church for further information: (970) 444-1111. Candlelight Service at Centerpoint Church at 6pm – 2750 Cornerstone Drive To contact the church for further information (970)731-2205. Traditional Christmas Eve Service, including Christmas Carols and Candlelight Service at Community United Methodist Church at 5pm...
Durango to Chicago O’Hare air service on American Airlines seasonally in 2019
American Airlines Announces Seasonal Chicago Service for 2019 The Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) is pleased to announce that American Airlines will add seasonal nonstop service between Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Durango in 2019. One round trip flight will operate each Saturday beginning June 8th through August 17th, on a 70 seat Bombardier CRJ-700 aircraft.Tickets for the new route can be purchased at...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Do Your Best Today
“The best preparation for tomorrow is to do your best today.” – Bailey Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office. Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
The Art of Gift-Giving at Solstice Market
Original paintings, sculptures, pottery, jewelry, textile art and clothes, you’ll find it all at the Durango Art Center’s annual Winter Solstice Market. Find out what curator Peter Hay looks for in his selections.
IT’S YOUR MONEY: New Tax Bill & Business
Pat Barrett with Tafoya Barrett and Associates explains the biggest changes to business income tax laws.
Ute Storytelling – December 15, 2018
Visit the Southern Ute Museum, 503 Ouray Dr, Ignacio CO, for Ute Storytelling on Saturday, December 15 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. In collaboration with the Cultural Preservation Department. Winter is the season when tribal stories are told. Join the Museum and Cultural Preservation Department for an evening of Ute storytelling. Stories will include animals, history, and “lessons” which are shared during the winter among tribal members...
Kids’ Night Out!
Parents can schedule a night out and entrust their kids ages 2 months to 10 years to Miss Heidi and her licensed staff at Purgatory’s slope-side child care. Kids’ Night Out includes dinner, arts and crafts, games, movies, snacks and safe, interactive fun. New this year, indoor rock climbing wall and interactive floor play games! $30 per child. Call (970) 385-2144 for information and to make your reservation. Date: December 22, 2018...
Alpenglow Evening Snowshoe Tours
Date: December 22, 2018 Time: 3:30pm – 7:30pm Location: Purgatory Resort – Meet at Guest Services Alpenglow Tours Explore Colorado’s beautiful San Juan Mountains. Guides enhance the tour with their knowledge of wildlife, geology, flora and fauna. Snowshoe while watching the beautiful sunset and the awe-inspiring Alpenglow on the Needles Mountain Range. A truly one of a kind experience. Alpenglow Snowshoe Tours include...
Santa Claus on the Mountain
Bring the kids for an afternoon with Santa and Mrs. Claus! They’ll be on the beach giving out candy canes and finding out who has been naughty or nice. Enjoy the festive holiday atmosphere in the base area as we get ready for Christmas! Date: December 22, 2018 Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm Location: Purgatory Resort – Base area
Cherry Poppin Daddies WWII Xmas Canteen
Coming from a swing, jazz, Great American Songbook and Tin Pan Alley tradition, the Daddies aspired to be worthy of carrying the torch, even as the band members simultaneously strive to create their own modern, iconoclastic version of music. Individuality and defiance have always been part of the band’s DNA, which, in turn, reinforced the band’s rebellious reputation. Cherry Poppin’ Daddies has always prided itself on its craft and...
November Colorado Association of Realtors Numbers
This week, we have the latest real estate numbers for La Plata County for the month of November. The attached charts show a detailed breakdown of several market segments in La Plata County, showing La Plata County as a whole, Durango In-Town, Durango Rural, Bayfield In-Town, Bayfield Rural, Ignacio In-Town, Ignacio Rural, and Durango Mountain Area. These charts indicate the statistics and key metrics for single family homes and...
Congress Considers Legalizing Hemp
Congress will consider taking non-psycho-active hemp off the Schedule 1 dangerous drugs list. If that happens, local Montezuma County businesses are poised to take advantage of new markets.
The Wells Group Holiday Block Party
The Wells Group recently moved office locations, and we are now located at 1130 Main Avenue, just up the street from our previous office. This is an exciting move for our company, as it is a larger space, we now own the building, and we love the look of the office! This Friday evening, December 14, we are hosting a block party, in conjunction with the Bank of Colorado. It will go from 5-9 between 11th and 12th street. If you bring an...
