Jul 24 Friday
Stage Two fire restrictions are in effect across much of southwest Colorado and the Four Corners region because of extreme fire danger.
Restrictions apply on the San Juan and Manti-La Sal National Forests, BLM Tres Rios lands, Mesa Verde National Park and Yucca House National Monument, as well as several county, municipal and tribal jurisdictions.
Under Stage Two restrictions, campfires, charcoal fires, wood stoves, open burning, fireworks, explosives, outdoor smoking and other spark-producing activities may be prohibited or limited depending on the jurisdiction.
Residents and visitors should check current restrictions before camping, grilling, working outdoors or recreating on public lands. Follow local county, tribal, Forest Service, BLM and National Park Service updates for the latest information.
The Sunflower Theatre will screen the documentary, "The American Southwest: A River Ran Through It", on Friday evenings at 7:00pm throughout the summer.
Narrated by Quannah Chasinghorse, the documentary celebrates the rivers, wildlife, and communities that make the American Southwest one of the most extraordinary places on Earth.
Tickets and further information are available at sunflowertheatre.org
Jul 23 Thursday
The Sunflower Theatre will screen classic movie, "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" on Thursday, July 23rd at 7:00pm.
Patrons are invited to dress as their favorite character and participate in a photo opportunity during the event.
Further information and tickets are available at sunflowertheatre.og
Jul 18 Saturday
Heart to Heart will host a community market on Saturday, July 18th from 7:30am to 1:30pm at 33 North Elm Street, Cortez.
The market will feature arts and crafts, baked items, home goods and jellies and jams.
Dolores Mountain Quilters will meet on the third Saturday of each month at 10:00 am at the Dolores Public Library. More information is available by calling the library at 970-882-4127.
On Saturday, July 18th at 10:00am, Cortez Makerspace is hosting a Fundamental Finance Workshop covering financial wellness and practical money skills for our current economy.
Further information and registration are available at makerspace@fundamentalneeds.net
The Odd Cat Bookstore in Dolores will host a late morning discussion group every third Saturday at 10.30am.
This will have no agenda, no particular topic and zero politics and will just be humans engaging in conversation. Coffee and tea will be available but attendees are welcome to bring their own refreshments.
Cortez Makerspace will offer a silversmith workshop on Saturday, July 18th at 11:00am.
Participants can learn about the tools of the trade, experience hands-on crafting and produce jewelry. Further information and registration are available at fundamentalneeds.net
Mancos Public Library will host a Talking Gourd Circle on Saturday, July 18th at 3:30pm.
Facilitated by Art Goodtimes, this circle will allow participants to share spoken word, stories, songs, rap, slam, and even dance. A pot luck will follow.
The Sunflower Theatre will screen "Georgia O'Keeffe: The Brightness of Light", on Saturday, July 18th at 4:00pm.
Aided by clips of O’Keeffe herself as she appeared in some films late in her life, this film is an emotional overview of O’Keeffe’s art and life.
Further information and tickets are available at sunflowertheatre.org
The Simmons Ranch Chapter of the International Western Music Association of Colorado will host The First Four Corners Western Music and Poetry Showcase on Saturday, July 18th from 4:00pm at Mancos Brewing Company.
Performers will include Yampa Valley Steve Jones, The Timberline Cowboys and poets Susie Knight and Lindy Simmons, as well as singers, Lynne Lewis and Rick Randolph..
Bitterblossom Games will host a Teen Hangout Night on Saturday, July 18th from 5:30 to 8:00pm.
Attendees can come and learn a new board game. Further information and registration are available at teamupsw.org
Dolores River Brewery will host a performance by Sway Wild on Saturday, July 18th at 8:00pm.
Sway Wild is an artistic collaboration between indie folk rockers Mandy Fer and Dave McGraw.
Further information and tickets are available at doloresriverbrewery.com