Community Calendar

Writers and Scribblers is a group for writers of all kinds to learn, practice, and share the art and craft of writing. Our main purpose is to try to help each other through the maze of things you must do as writers; from writing to editing and on to publishing and marketing your books, short stories, essays, or anything else. Discussion topics will vary and sometimes repeat depending upon the needs of the members at the time.

Registration is open for West Slope Startup Week, celebrating rural entrepreneurs and taking place from October 6th through 10th in downtown Durango. The events are free, but registration is required. More information is at startupcolorado.org.

Five days of ideas, connection, and collaboration.

This 'conference' is unlike any other! It is FREE and 'a la carte', meaning you get to choose your own adventure; come to as much or as little as you like. Sessions are hosted in Downtown Durango at various venues.

If you run your business, started your business, or want to start a business, there is something in here for you.

You can see a public view of the agenda here: https://tinyurl.com/WSSW25Program

When you're ready to dive in, registration is required (and free): https://tinyurl.com/WSSW25Register

The SouthWest Colorado Gives: Social Media Workshops take place on Wednesday, October 8, from 10 AM until 12:30 PM: Pagosa Springs at 1st Southwest Bank
- October 9, 10 AM – 12:30 PM: Cortez at 1st National Bank
- October 10, 10 AM – 12:30 PM: Bayfield at Pine River Library

This workshop is dedicated to creating social media campaigns for Southwest Colorado Gives Day.
Swcommunityfoundation.org has more information.

By the end of the 2.5-hour session, attendees will have 5 social media posts scheduled from Early Giving on November 1 to Gives Day on December 9.

Nonprofits should come to prepared to create and complete their most essential social media posts for this online giving event.

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

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: every day in July
Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

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

The Community Foundation for Southwest Colorado will host monthly meetings at noon at the First National Bank in Cortez. These 1-hour sessions are intended to get nonprofits together for networking, idea sharing, and providing helpful tools.

Attendees are invited to bring your own lunch. Beverages and dessert will be provided.

-September 11: Board Recruitment & Orientation w/ Briggen Wrinkle.
- October 9: Ballantine Grant Best Practices w/ Rachel Rosenthal.
- November 13: Using A-I to Build Capacity w/ Wilson Warmack, Software Entrepreneur
- December 11: Financial Literacy w/ Chuck Forth.

swcommunityfoundation.org has more information.

Crafting isn't just fun, it's fundamental for mental health, relaxation, and happiness! Come and explore our awesome craft supplies each month. Follow a suggested project or free play and create your own masterpiece! This space is reserved for adults (17+)

Come turn an old book into an autumnal pumpkin. Beautiful, decorative, and easy for all skill
levels. Adults only.

Spanish Conversation Hour at Sunnyside Library. A casual gathering to develop Spanish conversational skills. All levels of ability are welcome.

The Parent/Caregiver Workshop Series continues at 5:30 on Thursday, October 9th at the Team Up Office, at 1315 Main Avenue, Suite 121 in Durango. The topic will be "Finding Common Ground With Your Youth."
Dinner & childcare will be provided. Teamupsw.org has more information.

with Nonviolent Communication Coach Rachel Turiel

Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available by request!

¡Hay interpretación simultánea disponible previa solicitud!