Community Calendar

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 Chaco Culture. This lecture will cover what is known and speculated about the geographic extent of the Chaco Culture as to the territory of its influence, the extent of outlier communities, such as Chimney Rock, how Chaco influence spread to these outliers, relationships between the Chacoans and outlier people, religion(s), languages, populations, the decline of the Chacoan Phenomenon and the aftermath of the decline and the depopulation of the four corners area.
Lecturer: Tori Myer, Executive Director, Salmon Ruins Museum

(Doors Open at 5:45p)
FREE - Donations accepted and Canned Food donations appreciated for the church.
Contact: officemgr@chimneyrockco.org

Mesa Verde National Park will host three free Beginner Astrophotography Workshops: on Thursday August 21, Friday August 22 and Saturday August 23.
The workshops begin at 7:45 pm and finish around midnight.

Each of the three nights is a stand-alone workshop on how to successfully take photos of the Milky Way. Locations and maps are provided on the registration page. An optional drop-in session will be held the following day, indoors, to learn how to edit your photos.

With nationally known astrophotographer Don Riddle.

Chimney Rock Through the Ages Tour explores both the natural and cultural history of the area through geologic time and incorporates the anthropology and archeology of the Puebloan people.

Dates: August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
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

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

Registration is now open for the Aikido Starter Session hosted by Durango Shin Budo Kai, a 501c3 nonprofit offering nonviolent conflict mitigation to the Four Corners since 2002. Adults 18+ are encouraged to try an unusual martial art that redirects attacks using effortless connection. Details and sign up at durangoaikido.com or text/call 970-426-5257 with questions.

Art classes for adults and youth continue at the Durango Arts Center in comic book creation, stained glass, adult portrait painting, figure drawing, pottery and more. Details and registration are at durangoarts.org.

These FREE classes offer a safe and supportive environment for anyone exploring how to navigate addictive tendencies, those who are "sober curious," or individuals in recovery from addiction. We aim to enhance overall well-being and quality of life, regardless of where you are on your journey.

During these classes, you will be offered:

Compassionate discussion on the deeper causes and patterns of addictive habits.
Gentle, body-centered movement, breathwork, and meditation practices to support self-regulation and inner peace.
Practical tools to be used in everyday life that will empower you on your path of healing and self-discovery.
Classes are open to anyone seeking to address their addictive habits or explore a sober-curious lifestyle, whether you are relatively new to the paths of yoga and recovery, or have extensive experience in both.

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