May 16 Thursday
The next Cult Movie Federation screening takes place at the Mancos Opera House on Thursday, May 16th. Doors open at 6PM. By regulation, the title of the film can’t be announced, but this 1977 animated post-apocalyptic science fantasy film was directed, produced and written by Ralph Bakshi. Advance tickets are available at the Mancos Public library and tickets will also be available at the door.
🎟️TICKETS: $5 admission cash or check at door. Movie at 7 PM.✨🍿Concessions will be sold ($1) and BYOB for 21 +. Branded Cult Movie Federation of Mancos Hats $30!📞For more info, call (970) 533-7600.
The Durango Independent Film Festival's next Monthly Movie takes place at 7PM on Thursday, May 16th at the Arts Center. The film is the Oscar winning Clint Eastwood feature, "UNFORGIVEN."
Doors open at 6:30pm.In this revisionist Western, a former gunslinger-turned-farmer agrees to help hunt down two cowboys who assaulted and disfigured a prostitute. However, his quest brings him into conflict with an authoritarian sheriff.
May 17 Friday
The West Slope Westies present a 6-week beginner Swing Dance class at the Smiley Building, beginning Wednesday, May 29th at 7:30pm. Details and registration are available at westslopewesties.com.
This fun swing style pivots around a stretch and boing dynamic and it is danced around the world. Registration includes a weekly practice lab to perfect your grooves and moves. Full details and sign-up are available at westslopewesties.com. Text or call 970-880-1565 with questions.
Workout using your own body weight or light hand weights to work all the body parts! You’ll need a yoga mat & light hand weights. All ages and fitness levels are welcome! Taught by Tammy Williams, certified fitness instructor.
After a week of workouts, work, stress, and just life….let’s stretch and release! Join us a small warm up fallowed by 20-30 min of deep stretching for the entire body.
This free class is taught by Mountain Top Movement.
An ecletic blend of hand crafted work by local artisans. Start your holidays with friends, good cheer and door prizes!
The Bonnie Dallas Senior Center in Farmington presents the High Desert Games Senior Olympics. Registration opens Monday, February 12th and the games run March 15th through May 31st. The Games are open to those 50 years and up - and will feature table tennis, darts, bocce ball, and field day... to shuffleboard, pickleball, chess, and more. Sign up is at fmtn.org/BDSC or in person at the Senior Center.
(208 N Wall Ave). Registration is $15 before March 31 and $20 after March 31. Participants will receive a t-shirt (while supplies last) and registration will remain open throughout the duration of the games. For more info call (505) 599-1380.
The San Juan Mountains Association's Durango Nature Center is once again open to the public on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 until 2. Sjma.org has more information.
This 140-acre conservation easement is situated along the Florida River, this special place traverses riparian, sagebrush, and pinyon juniper ecosystems. With hiking trails, river play, a picnic pavilion, interpretive trails, a nesting bird walk and more. No pets, please.
The ELHI Community Center in Ignacio is hosting a Community Wide Yard Sale on Saturday, May 18th from 9 until 2.
Please join us for a day of buying, selling, trading and kids activities. Booths are $25 for a 10x10 space. Tables, chairs and canopies are NOT provided. Sign up online at https://forms.gle/xyTT4d9meA52dUAi7 or stop by the ELHI Office Tuesday - Thursday 9am-5pm for an application
The Ignacio Community Library will host the Smithsonian's "Museum on Main Street" exhibit: Crossroads: “Change in Rural America."Free Events include:Monday, April 29th, 10:00am: Grand opening and ribbon cutting.
Thursday, May 9th, 5:00-6:00 pm: Ties to Land and place.
Friday, May 17th, 1:00-2:00 pm: Community Celebrations and Traditions
Tuesday, May 21st, 5:00-6:00 pm: Ignacio's past, present, and future.
Friday, May 31st, 5:00-7:00 pm: Grand finale event: "Voices, Views, and Visions."