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BEGINNING MARCH 6^TH, THE CENTER OF SOUTHWEST STUDIES WILL FEATURE AN EXHIBIT TITLED “A LEGACY OF GIFTS: 60 YEARS OF THE CENTER OF SOUTHWEST STUDIES.” THIS EXHIBIT WILL RUN THROUGH NOVEMBER.

THE OPENING RECEPTION FOR THIS EXHIBIT WILL TAKE PLACE ON THURSDAY MARCH 6^TH AT 4:30 P.M. and will feature artwork, arhives and other items donated to the center over the last six decades.

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4 the Children 4 the Children, a non-profit organization based in Durango, is looking for dedicated community volunteers to assist with its mission: to support children in Southwest Colorado who have experienced abuse, neglect, and family-related trauma, and to protect childhood today for stronger families tomorrow. Volunteers are needed in two program areas at 4 the Children. Volunteers in the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program advocate through the family court for the best interests of abused and neglected children. CASA volunteers advocate for safe and permanent homes and serve as the voice of a child or sibling group in the court system. These volunteers build positive relationships with their assigned children, respect the confidentiality of the court process, and assist family court judges in making informed decisions about the children. CASA volunteers are needed now for children in La Plata County and Montezuma County. Volunteers in the Supervised Exchange and Parenting Time (SEPT) program assist in providing a nurturing and safe environment for children and parents to do supervised visitation or exchanges. SEPT volunteers supervise parenting time and provide a safe place for children and their non-custodial parent to visit. Through safe exchanges, SEPT volunteers provide a safe place for children to transition between parents and homes to reduce high-conflict interactions. Supervised visits and exchanges occur at the 4 The Children office in Durango. If you are interested in volunteering, making a donation, or just learning more, please visit our website at 4thechild.org or call us at (970) 259-0310.

Project RUN Leadership Training October 15 thru November 19th | Wednesdays | 3:00 - 5:00 | Hybrid (in-person & online) Free career training for leaders at any level! Available in Ignacio, Pagosa Springs, and Durango. It’s designed for anyone ready to strengthen their management skills, re-enter the workforce, or take on new responsibilities. Learn more at Projectrunco.work Louise Snodgrass, louise@yeslpc.com

The American Indian Boarding School Research Project at History Colorado invites survivors, descendants, and families with connections to Federal Indian Boarding Schools to Community Listening Sessions in Durango. Join us Thursday, October 23 at Fort Lewis College and Monday, November 17 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. Share your story, your family’s experience, and your recommendations for remembering and healing. A community meal will be provided. Visit h-co dot org slash listening dash sessions to learn more and RSVP.

Bayfield High School Theatre Presents…. RADIUM GIRLS By D.W. Gregory The time is 1926. How could a miracle cure that cures cancer cause a terrifying rash of illnesses among young female dial painters? Inspired by the true story of Grace Fryer, Radium Girls is a gripping legal drama that explores her fight for the establishment of workers’ safety regulations and of young women fighting injustices in the workplace. Tickets now on sale online, or at the BHS Box Office Dates: November 7,8, 13, and 14 at 7 PM Purchase Tickets through the link below: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/events/landing/58993

UNHOUSED IN DURANGO will be presented by the League of Women Voters of La Plata County at 5:00 PM on Friday, November 7th at VFW Post 4031, 1550 Main Ave in Durango).  Attend a forum where several community members experiencing homelessness will tell their stories and answer audience questions.  Get a better perspective and put a face to your homeless neighbor, friend, or co-worker.  Bring a dish to share (in a disposable container) and stay for a potluck dinner at 6:30.  Leftovers will be given to the panelists.  We hope you’ll take this opportunity to get to know your neighbors and share with folks who live outside in Durango.

The Durango Arts Center presents the photo series Stay Tuned, by local artist Benjamin Dukeminier (say duke mohn yay - French!) through Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The show asks what will remain of us when we are gone - and how will our lives be pieced together? Part broadcast from an imagined future, part reflection on our present lives, Stay Tuned continues an investigation into the fragile imprint humanity leaves behind. Gallery hours are Tuesdays - Saturdays noon - 6 pm.