Oct 14 Tuesday
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, The Sunflower Theatre will host Improv Comedy Jams. Beginning at 6:00pm, these classes are intended to suit total beginners and those of an intermediate level.Instructed by the Sunflower Theatre's Director, Sarah Syverson, participants will learn new improv skills and find their authentic comedic selves.Further information is available at sunflowertheatre.org
Oct 03 Friday
The Sunflower Theatre invites movie goers to become a film critic at this year's Manhattan Short Film Festival.
Two showings will screen at the theatre on Friday, October 3rd and Saturday, October 4th from 7:00pm.
Manhattan Short Film Festival 2025 showcases the 10 finalists in short films. The films in the program feature narratives that are dramatic, sometimes humorous, occasionally magical but always inspirational!
Audience votes for the Best Film and Best Actor will be announced at ManhattanShort.com on Monday October 6th.
Further details are available at sunflowertheatre.org
Oct 02 Thursday
Canyon of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum are seeking volunteers to help care for their gardens.
This volunteer opportunity is open to all regardless of experience.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Jennifer on (970) 882-5600 or by emailing jmhumphreys@blm.gov.
A new Toastmasters club is forming in Cortez in collaboration with the Montezuma Leadership Network. Meetings will be held at the Cortez Chamber of Commerce on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 5:30 to 6:30pm. All are welcome!
Oct 06 Monday
The Pinon Project will host, "Circle of Mothers", every Monday from 5:30 to 7:30pm. These meetings will allow mothers to connect and support each other. Further information is available from Francelia by calling 505-408-0714.
Oct 07 Tuesday
Stretch and Strength is an exercise class is for people with Parkinson's Disease and their care givers. It is held weekly on a Tuesday at 11 am at The Heart and Core Yoga Studio at 720 East Main Street, Cortez.More information is online at parkinsonrockies.org/exercise.
The Pinon Project will host The Incredible Years Advanced Parenting Class every Tuesday from 1:00 - 3:00pm.This class is for parents and caregivers of children aged from 2 to 10 years. Participants will learn interpersonal skills, anger management and problem solving.Further information is available by calling Lorenzo on 970 570 5870.
Cortez Integrated Healthcare hosts a peer-led addiction recovery support group every Tuesday at 5:00 PM. Participants will learn practical recovery tools in a supportive, non-12-step environment.
The Pinon Project will offer a parenting class called "Six Bricks" every Tuesday from 5:30 to 8:00pm.
This new and updated program is centered around six research-proven steps that will help build a strong foundation for children's lives.
Further information is available by calling (970) 739 7613.
Oct 08 Wednesday
Cortez Public Library will host a session about estate planning on Wednesday, October 8th at 5:00pm.
Facilitated by financial planner, Karrina Guerrero with Foundational Wealth Partners, the event will demonstrate how individuals can make informed decisions to protect their assets and create a lasting family legacy.
Oct 09 Thursday