May 11 Saturday
The public is invited to the Archuleta County Food Summit at the Pagosa Springs High School, from 8:30 to 1on Saturday, May 11th.The meeting will define and build connections throughout the local food system in preparation for the Colorado State Food Summit in November.Foodcoalition4archuleta.org has details and registration.
Featuring the stories and experiences of local food heroes who have stepped up along the food chain—chefs, farmers, growers, truckers, meat cutters, grocery store clerks—to help their neighbors in need. The food summit brings together diverse food system stakeholders to find opportunities to leverage food policy in support of a shared vision for both the region and the state.
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.
Tired of renting? Join our Homebuyer Education Class. Learn what it takes to become a homeowner and gain access to local down payment assistance funds. Topics covered include: Budget, Credit, Insurance, Lending, Down payment Assistance Programs, Real Estate, Inspection, and Home Maintenance. Space is limited. To register please visit: www.homesfund.org.
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 Aztec Museum will host a Walking tour of downtown Aztec: at 9AM and again at 11AM on Saturday, May 11th. Space is limited and registration is available at 505-344-9829.
featuring historic Main Street and nearby neighborhood. Learn the history of Old Aztec, its buildings and the people who built it. Cost includes tour booklet.
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
Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is a community of people who support each other in order to recover from compulsive eating and food behaviors. We welcome everyone who feels they have a problem with food. Meetings are online via Zoom only. Call Aurora at 970-382-1848 for link.
Friends of the Upper San Juan River present the "Pagosa Paddle" event on Saturday, May 11th at the Pagosa Town Park. Races begin at 9:30 and continue all day, featuring the slalom, sprint, head-to-head and a downriver parade. Friendsoftheuppersanjuanriver.org has registration, tickets and details.
Athletes can compete in one or multiple disciplines: R4 Teams, inflatable or hard-shell kayak, and stand-up paddleboards. Community sponsors have donated cash and prizes to honor the top athletes at an awards ceremony to be held at 5 p.m. at The Springs Resort’s special pint-tasting event tent.
The Pagosa Paddle is sponsored by (FUSJR), a local nonprofit since 2005.
FUSJR’s primary mission is to promote environmentally sound, socially beneficial and economically prosperous management of the Upper San Juan River and Pagosa Springs community parks experience through education, recreation and environmental awareness.
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