Community Calendar

Beginning writers and seasoned procrastinators are invited to a 2-part writing class with award-winning local author Jenny Mason. Learn how 20 minutes of daily writing wards off brain aging and relieves anxiety, according to recent neuroscience. Discover the secret of forming a daily writing habit and more. This class meets January 20th and 27th, 12-1:15pm at the Rec Center. Details and registration at jynnemason.com/book-online.

Durango Aikido invites adults 18 and up to learn Aikido. Win the battles within as Aikido teaches self-refinement through self-defense. The 12-week course begins January 19th, 2026 and offers several affordable pricing packages. Durango Aikido is a 501c3 nonprofit proudly serving the community since 2002. Details and registration at durangoaikido.com or text/call Jenny at 970-426-5257.

The San Juan College School of business and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program will provide free income tax preparation to the community Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, through April 13th. More information and appointments are available at 505-566-3314 and at 970-553-9150.
Also by email: 4cornerstaxhelp@gmail.com.

Drop in to connect with other families/caregivers and foster a playful environment for preschool aged kids.

Coffee, tea, healthy snacks and a play space are provided.

Pine River Library Children's Area

Drop in to connect with other families/caregivers and foster a playful environment for preschool aged kids.

Coffee, tea, healthy snacks and a play space are provided.

The Durango Arts Center presents the exhibit Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime January 9 - February 28, 2026 in the Barbara Conrad Gallery. Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70. His show features southwest landscapes, and is free to the public Tuesday - Saturday, Noon - 6 pm. An opening reception will take place from 5-7 pm, Friday, January 9.

The public is invited to a screening of the film "Selma," at the Liberty Theatre in Pagosa Springs on Martin Luther King Day, Monday, January 19th. Doors open at 1PM. Each ticket includes a chance for door prizes.

Archuleta County Democrats will observe Martin Luther King Day with a special matinee presentation of the film Selma, a 2015 Best Picture nominee. Each $25 ticket includes one entry for door prizes, which include gift certificates to local businesses and a copy of KING, the 2024 Pulitzer-Prize winning biography of Dr. King, signed by the author. Additional door prize tickets will be available for purchase.
Doors open at 1 p.m. The program begins at 2.

Cook, build, craft. Let's make things!

This program is for teens grades 6+

Join us weekly to explore new interests, delve into the wonders of learning science, and create artistic masterpieces!

Parents or guardians of children below 6th grade must register their children in order for them to attend after school programs. Register your child at www.prlibrary.org/after-school-programs or in person the library!

Cook, build, craft. Let's make things!

This program is for teens grades 6+