Community Calendar

The Mancos Public Library presents a talk on African Carnivores, by
Aiden Branney at 3:30 on Thursday, January 15th. Mancoslibrary.org has more information on all their special events.

He will speak about his work on African carnivores in Etosha National Park, Namibia. His doctoral research focuses primarily on lions and their interactions with prey, particularly giraffes.

The Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College will host "Constellations of Place," a major exhibition rooted in the landscapes and layered histories of Southwest Colorado.
The opening reception takes place Thursday, January 15th from 4:30 to 6:30, Featuring live music by Diné artist, Kino Benally.

Guest curated by Dr. Meranda Roberts, the exhibit will feature a selection of over 60 textiles, pottery, beadwork, 2D works, and mixed media pieces from the Center’s permanent collections alongside the work of 13 invited contemporary Native American, Indigenous, and Latin artists.

Free and open to the public through December 18th, 2026

Come speak Spanish in an informal setting. All language levels welcome! Ven a hablar español en un ambiente informal. ¡Abierto a todas las habilidades!

Join us the first and third Thursday of each month!

¡Únete a nosotros el primer y tercer jueves de cada mes!

Free music every Thursday at Uncle’s Bar and Social Club. Pagosa’s newest bar and best local gathering place. House band Connie the Soldier and musicians welcome for an open jam. Folk, Americana, and Celtic music.

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 Durango contradance series continues. Saturday January 17th, 2026. Deb Comly is the caller, live music provided by the Fractal String Band. Lessons at 7:30, dance starts at 8pm. All ages welcome. Donation sliding scale $10-$20. No partner required.

Equality Pagosa hosts a "Stand Up Saturday" event from noon until 2PM every week in the public parking lot next to the Ruby Sisson Library.

Everyone is invited to exercise their 1st Amendment rights at these gatherings.

Bring your family, your friends, your other neighbors, your chair, your pet, your favorite sign or borrow one of ours. Let’s make some noise!

It’s Your First Amendment Right,
Use it or Lose it!

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.

Join us for an hour of dedicated reading. Socialize after, or not!

How it works: B.Y.O.B. (Bring Your Own Book) or grab something new off the shelf and read alongside other readers! There are no assigned readings. All book genres and formats are welcome.

Bring your best game Midwest classic card game—Euchre. All skill levels welcome. Grab a partner or come solo and enjoy great company and competition