Community Calendar

Local and visiting artists will paint the fall scenes in and around Pagosa Springs starting 9/21 and ending 9/25. Painting locations will be posted on the "Paint Pagosa Plein Air Festival" page on Facebook.A reception and sale of paintings created during the event will be held at Two Old Crows Gallery on Thursday, 9/25 from 5:30-7:30PM. Come out and watch painters work in Pagosa's beautiful surroundings and view the finished work at Two Old Crows. This event is sponsored by the Pagosa Springs Art Council.

The Good Food Collective invites the public to help with apple harvesting leading up to the October 11th Apple Day Festival.
A list of available dates and times is available at goodfoodcollective.org.

There are many free fruit harvest events in the Durango area over the next four weeks. Sign up for the dates that interest you, and we'll follow up with details about what to bring, and the event location.

Harvest dates/times:

Sept 19th 10 - 12:30
Sept 21st 9 - 12
Sept 21st 2 - 5
Sept 23rd 10 - 12:30
Sept 23rd 5 - 7
Sept 26th 10 - 12:30
Sept 30th 10 - 12:30
Sept 30th 5-7
Oct 3rd 10 - 12:30
Oct 7th 10 - 12:30
Oct 7th 5 - 7
Oct 10th 10 - 12:30

Aztec Ruins National Monument will host "Wool Dying Using Natural Plants" at 10AM on Sunday, September 21st. All ages are welcome to this free event.

Volunteer-In-Parks Jeanne Simonelli for a talk and demonstration of wool dying using natural, local plant dyes. Learn which plants produce which colors of dye, how plants are processed to make dyes, and how the wool dying process works.

This program will take place outdoors. No reservations required. All ages welcome.

The 31st annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival takes place from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday, along East Second Avenue. Featuring 80 artist booths, a young artist zone, live glass blowing demonstrations, and food vendors. Artwork will include paintings, sculptures, photographs, jewelry, ceramics and more. Details are at durangoarts.org.

East Eighth and Ninth Streets will be closed between Main and East Third Avenue, from 2:00 am Saturday, September 20 until 8:30 pm Sunday, September 21.

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 4CORE Beyond Solar Tour and Gathering takes place on Sunday, September 21st. The FREE self-guided tour covers homes and businesses in Durango using solar and net-zero technologies, including a stop at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad's large scale solar array.

The tour will be followed by the Beyond Solar Gathering at Manna Soup Kitchen, with refreshments and live music by Pete Giuliani.
Tickets to the Gathering are available at fourcore.org.

This year's events coincide with SunDay 2025—a national day of action celebrating the rise of clean energy and mobilizing communities across the country to embrace a renewable future.

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 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

Drag Brunch and Bingo benefitting the Four Corners Alliance for Diversity.

Drag Brunch with Rita Book and a monthly variety of Special Guests!!! This time, with the added bonus of knowing what we are doing!

Two seatings:
Doors at 11am, show at 11:30
Doors at 1:30 and show at 2pm

$30 includes a pitcher of Cidermosa or Sangaria, a bingo card, and a brunch buffet!!!