Community Calendar

A group called The Cortez Tree People are distributing trees to select residents and businesses in Cortez in order to make Cortez a cooler and greener place.

Trees are available on a first come, first served basis. Further information is available by calling David on 970 749 8733.

Mancos Farmers Market will take place every Thursday in Boyle Park from 4:00 to 6:30pm featuring local vegetables, baked goods and more.

The Mancos Meditation Group meets every Thursday at 6:00pm at the One Heart House, located at 733 Grand Avenue in Mancos. More information is on the Mancos Meditation Group Facebook page.

The Cult Movie Federation of Mancos will screen the 1983 dark cult classic, "Something Wicked This Way Comes" at Mancos Opera House on Thursday, October 15th at 6:00pm.

Based on the Ray Bradbury novel, the movie tells the story of when a diabolical circus and its demonic proprietor arrive in a small American town.

Further information is available by calling (970) 533-7600.

The Sunflower Theatre will host Comedy Open Mic events every Third Thursday beginning at 7:00pm.

But this time, attendees are invited to perform in a wider variety of comedy styles including improv, stand-up comedy, clown and physical comedy, story telling, and sketch comedy.

Further information and tickets are available at sunflowertheatre.org

Every third Friday at 10:00am Cortez Public Library will host Coffee and Crafts.

Seasoned crafters or those just beginning are invited to join and use the provided art supplies, unwind, relax and create.

The Turquoise Raven Art Gallery in Cortez will feature an exhibition by artist, Darnell Bane throughout October.

Darnell is known for her dark, edgy, humorous and quirky work. Further details and opening hours are available at turquoiseravenartgallery.com

Cortez Public Library will host an author talk with local writer, Lowell Volk on Friday, October 16th from 2:00pm.

Lowell will talk about his his recently published book, "The Early Days of Silverton, Colorado: History of a Gold-Rush Town".

Studio & Gallery in Durango will host a ceremonial exhibition and performance on Friday, October 16th from 5:00pm with a live performance beginning at 6:00pm. This will be a prelude to the art being on display until Sunday, October 25th.

Called "Raven and the Dance of Shadows" the exhibition will feature Tempist Jade, Nikki Moon and Chris Haas and weaves together performance art, wearable sculpture, live poetry, visual art, and music.

HomesFund will host an information session for prospective home owners at Cortez Public Library on Friday, October 16th from 5:30pm.

Attendees can learn about construction projects, down payment assistance and more.