Community Calendar

Durango Kennel Club Rattlesnake Avoidance Clinic – Saturday September 20, 2025

The Durango Kennel Club will be hosting our next rattlesnake avoidance clinic on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the Sky Ute/Ignacio Fairgrounds. If you have a dog that hasn’t been through the training, registration for the clinic is now open on PerfDog.com - https://app.perfdog.com/event/an9ox8CjMQYLWmnrH. First time testing registration is $100 per dog. Please see the attached flyer for additional information.

Once again, we will be offering a retest for any dog that went through the training at one of our past clinics. The retest consists of exposing the dog to the rattlesnake without the e-collar to test their reaction (avoidance or non-avoidance). If the dog fails to avoid the rattlesnake, you will be able to repeat the initial training with the e-collar. The cost for a retest is $50 and includes retraining if necessary.

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.

Community Family Yoga

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

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.

On Saturday, September 20th, the Aztec Museum will offer free admission from 10 until 4. Events will include featuring a "Mystery Photos" presentation, Pop-up Quilt Show, and vintage Printing Press demonstrations.

At 11am there will be a free presentation by Dena Burt of Montana on photographs from the early years of Aztec.

For information about the museum and Free Smithsonian Day, call 505-334-9829.

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.

Three Springs residents are invited to share thoughts on the Durango School District's 5 year strategic plan, at Bear's General Store, from 10 to 11AM on Saturday, September 20th.

topics will include:
- What are the values/beliefs that represent the Durango School District community? What is most important to the people in this community?
-What are the strengths of the Durango School District?
-What are the challenges or potential opportunities for the Durango School District?
-Is there anything else you would like to share about the Durango School District strategic plan?

To make sure adequate space is available, please RSVP to Mick Souder (micksouder@yahoo.com). (but if you forget to RSVP, come anyway).

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