Dec 18 Thursday
Cortez Public Library will host a session on every third Thursday at 3:00pm entitled "Life Affirming Discussions". This will enable attendees to explore positivity and self-care through affirmations, mindful eating, healthy tips, and related topics.
Every Thursday at 5:30pm The Pinon Project hosts Alphabet Soup. This a program for parents and caretakers of children with special needs or challenging behaviors.Dinner and childcare are provided. Further information is available at pinonproject.org
CREA and The City of Cortez will present Third Thursdays in Montezuma Park, Cortez, every Third Thursday of the month. This annual outdoor market will feature vendors, live music, dancing, food & drink, giveaways and community fun!
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!
The Mancos Meditation Group meets on Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00pm at the One Heart House for a quiet 20-minute sit followed by a reading and discussion. More information can be found on the Mancos Meditation Group page on Facebook or by emailing mancosmeditation@gmail.com.
Dec 19 Friday
Every third Friday of the month, Cortez Public Library will host, "Coffee and Crafts" from 10:am to 12:00pm.This will feature paint sets, drawing tools and a sewing machine. Coffee and tea will be provided but you need to bring your own mug.
Hospice of Montezuma will facilitate a weekly meeting for men each Friday from 2:00 - 3:30pm.
This group is for men who might benefit from sharing things that have been weighing on their minds. Seeing things from a new perspective is often very helpful. Mental health matters!
More information is available by calling Derek Streeter on (970) 565 4400.
Dec 21 Sunday
Four Corners Food Not Bombs will provide an opportunity for mutual aid at the pink warehouse at 30 N. Beech Street in Cortez on Sundays from noon to 1:30pm. Everyone is invited, but not required, to bring a vegetarian or vegan dish to share. Needed items include tents, sleeping bags, hygiene supplies, and socks.
Dec 22 Monday
The Disabled American Veterans Outreach Center offers rides for Veterans to medical appointments and is looking for volunteer drivers to join the team. Vehicles and gas are provided for these trips.
For more information, call 970-565-4310.
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.