Community Calendar

The Chimney Rock National Monument "Through the Ages" Tour explores the natural and cultural history of the area through geologic time and incorporates the anthropology and archeology of the Puebloan people.
Tours take place at 8AM on Saturday: June 14, 21, 28
Tickets are available at chimneyrockco.org.

Time: 8:00-10:30 AM

Cost: $20.00 for ages 13 and up, $10.00 for ages 5-12, and under 5 are free

CRIA Office: 970-731-7133
Information and Tickets: 1877-444-6777

A Homebuyer Education Class takes place at Fort Lewis College from 8:30 until 4:30 on Saturday, June 14th.

Space is limited. Details are at homesfund.org.

HomesFund is a HUD approved local nonprofit.

This class provides a comprehensive overview of the home-buying process. Meet industry professionals who will cover topics such as Budgeting, Credit, Insurance, Lending, Real Estate, Home Maintenance, Inspections, and more.

Taking the class also opens the door to HomesFund’s down payment assistance loans—a great resource to make homeownership more affordable.

Stillwater Music will host an all-ages Mandolin workshop for players of all levels who want to play in a full mandolin orchestra.
Any related instrument is welcome (mandolin, mandola, octave mandolin/bouzouki, mandocello). SATURDAY & SUNDAY FROM 10AM-1PM. (6/14 & 15)
The event culminates in a performance on Sunday at 12:30. Registration and details are at stillwatermusic.org.

Workshop highlights:
-rehearse and perform in a mandolin orchestra with expert guidance
-learn ensemble techniques. phrasing and musicianship
-explore a variety of styles
-connect with other mandolin enthusiasts in a collaborative, music-filled weekend!
-final group performance in The Light Box at Stillwater Music on Sunday at 12:30pm

The Great House Tour goes to the top of the mesa ridge for a 360-degree panoramic view of the landscape and a close-up of the two pinnacles with stops along the way to learn about the ancient Puebloan structures.

Dates: Daily, June 1 thru October 15, 2025
Time: 10:00am -12:00pm

Cost: $6 Kids / $12 Adults (Online or In-Person if space is available)

CRIA Office: 970-731-7133
Information and Tickets: www.chimneyrockco.org / 1877-444-6777

In level one students learn a wide array of basic tools to begin a successful burlesque career. This includes beginner's strength and flexibility, dance fundamentals, burlesque movement and strip tease, basic musicality, stage makeup, solo choreography creation, performance polish, and booking tips. In the end, you have the option to show off what you've learned in our student showcase at The Subterrain! As long as you join us for the group performance, you can also sign up to do your own solo. Above all else, this course is designed to be fun, even if you're not planning to become an ongoing performerDual weekend schedule:

06/14/25 12:30-2:30pm MOVE Studio Room # 15 @The Smiley Bldg. - Technique and Discussions

06/15/25 11:30-2:30pm MOVE Studio Room # 15 @The Smiley Bldg. - Technique Review and Group Choreography

06/27/25 6:00-9:00pm MOVE Studio Room # 15 @The Smiley Bldg. - Peer Reviews of Solos and Review of Group Choreography

06/28/25 7:15-10:30pm The Subterrain – Student Showcase!

Durango Aikido, a 501-c3 nonprofit, is offering a 45 minute Aikido Crash Course on Mondays 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. No experience needed. Register online at Durangoaikido.com. Text/call questions to 970-426-5257.

The Great House Tour goes to the top of the mesa ridge for a 360-degree panoramic view of the landscape and a close-up of the two pinnacles with stops along the way to learn about the ancient Puebloan structures.

Dates: Daily, June 1 thru October 15, 2025
Time: 10:00am -12:00pm

Cost: $6 Kids / $12 Adults (Online or In-Person if space is available)

CRIA Office: 970-731-7133
Information and Tickets: www.chimneyrockco.org / 1877-444-6777

Durango Aikido, a 501-c3 nonprofit, is offering a 45 minute Aikido Crash Course on Mondays 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. No experience needed. Register online at Durangoaikido.com. Text/call questions to 970-426-5257.

Join ROW Durango for our Learn-To-Row class with four 2 hour sessions June 16, 18, 23, and 25. No experience is needed. Learn the basics of rowing from US Rowing-certified coaches during this hands-on, four-session course. The first class will be held at the Recreation Center using their ergometers (ergs) to learn the basic rowing stroke, to take a swim test and to receive a brief introduction to the wonderful world of rowing! For classes two, three and four, participants should come prepared to spend time on the land and in a rowing shell at Lake Nighthorse.

Mysteries of Chimney Rock Tour provides an in-depth discussion along the Great House Trail about the connection of Chimney Rock to the greater Chacon culture, the significance of the mesa-top Great House, and the day-to-day lives of the ancestral inhabitants of Chimney Rock.

Dates: June 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
Time: 8:00 – 10:15 AM

Cost: The fee is $20.00 for ages 13 and up, $10.00 for ages 5-12, and under 5 are free

Location: Chimney Rock National Monument
Previous Address: 3179 CO-151, Chimney Rock, CO
Updated Address: 30841 State Highway 151, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

CRIA Office: 970-731-7133
Information and Tickets: www.chimneyrockco.org / 1877-444-6777