Community Calendar

Join SJMA and the Durango Astronomical Society for our second year of summer star party series located at SJMA’s Durango Nature Center!

All are welcome, amateur astronomers and enthusiasts alike, for a family friendly event discussing and observing our night skies – the moon, planets, star clusters, galaxies, and nebulas. Just before sunset, an expert from the Durango Astronomical Society will lead discussions on what we will be seeing that evening, providing informative backstories and fascinating fun facts about the night sky we see everyday. Each summer month will have slightly different focuses depending on that month’s night sky. All discussions will end with open telescope viewings and Q&A sessions. Don’t miss out on these memorable experiences!

The Good Food Collective and Durango Tool Library have teamed up to help with local fruit harvesting, to reduce human-bear conflict, eliminate food waste, and directly address food security.
More information is at goodfoodcollective.org.

email outreach@goodfoodcollective.org.

The Purgatory Faux’teener Challenge is a one-day endurance event at Purgatory Resort. On Saturday, September 6, participants ascend Lift 1 repeatedly until reaching 14,000 vertical feet, without leaving the resort grounds. This Everesting-style challenge offers solo, relay, and short-course divisions suitable for a wide range of fitness levels. Push yourself at your own pace and enjoy the stunning San Juan Mountain setting as summer winds down.

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.

The Bayfield Farmers Market takes place on Saturdays from 8 until noon - and on Tuesdays from 4 to 7 - at 1328 County Road 501, through October 25th.

Free, family friendly event
Local produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, live music, playground, artisans, food trucks, honey.

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: September 6, 13, 20, 27
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: www.chimneyrockco.org / 1877-444-6777

Workout using your own body weight or light hand weights to work all the body parts! The free classes are always similar in style but always different moves to keep it fun and fresh. You’ll need a yoga mat & light hand weights. If you don’t have them, they are extras that can be used. Each class is around 35 min. long. Modifications are always available. It’s always a fun, upbeat, encouraging, and a great workout. Taught by Tammy Williams, certified fitness instructor. All ages and fitness levels are welcome! Follow us on the Mountaintop Movement Facebook page for more info. Note: sometimes this class may be held outside in the Library Park!

The 16th Annual Tour de Farms bike ride takes place on Saturday, September 6th from 9 to 1 and will include various gardens and micro farms, along with an afterparty at Zia North. Proceeds benefit Manna Soup Kitchen.
Details are at mannasoupkitchen.com.

Tour de Farms highlights what is unique, healthy and homegrown in the local agricultural and gardening community.
Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m.
The tour starts at the Christ the King Peace Garden at 495 Florida Road. Parking is available.
Ticket cost: $40 for adults which includes the private after-party; $25 for youth 6-17, 5 and under free. Participants may drive to locations.
Registration with ride details: Manna's 16th Annual - https://donorbox.org/events/795804/steps/choose_tickets
Participants must be registered. This is an all-inclusive event. For questions: marketing@mannasoupkitchen.com

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