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OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT: Navajo Dub of "Star Wars: A New Hope" Thurs, September 26 on the CSWS Courtyard Free Presented by the Center of SW Studies and Reed Library Enjoy a movie night under the stars with the classic hero’s epic of a young farm boy who intercepts a distress call from Princess Leia Organa of Alderaan. This special screening of Star Wars: A New Hope (Sǫʼtah Anaaʼ: Siih Náhásdlįį) is the first major motion picture to be translated into the Navajo language (English subtitles) and features the talents of 70 Diné voice actors. **6:00 PM - Special guest, Manuelito Wheeler (Diné), former director of the Navajo Nation Museum, will share a pre-screening presentation about the creative process and multi-year journey of bringing the film to life. **7:30 PM - The screening will be held outside in the Center of Southwest Studies courtyard and will start at dark, approximately 7:30 pm. Chairs and popcorn will be provided, or you can bring your own. Extra points if you dress as your favorite character! Movie-goers can also stop into the Center of Southwest Studies’ gallery for a final viewing of the critically acclaimed exhibition, “THE RETURN OF THE FORCE,” which explores the significant influence the Star Wars movies have had on contemporary Native artists through an innovative collection of work that addresses themes such as resistance, place, belonging, and Indigenous knowledge. THE RETURN OF THE FORCE officially closes on Friday, September 27. CONTACT: swcenter.fortlewis.edu Cristie, Curator of Exhibitions and Educational Outreach cmscott@fortlewis.edu, 247-7333

The Durango Public Library Annual Literary Festival is back this October 5 -19! The Festival will feature readings, book signings, conversations, and writing workshops from local and regional Authors, including: The Durango Poet Laureates; Esther Belin and Zoe Golden, Heather Hansman, Ramona Emerson, Scott Graham, Kinsale Drake + NDN Girls Book Club, Kali Fajardo-nstine, and the Raven Narratives. Keynote events will offer light refreshments and book signings in partnership with Maria’s Bookshop. There will also be book clubs, a talk on publishing and more! All events are free.  For a full schedule and registration visit durangogov.org/library.

Oct. 2, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.: Word Honey Poetry Workshop. Come and write with us at our new location: the Durango Public Library!

Oct. 5, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Durango Public Library Annual Literary Festival: Page One Writing Contest Reception: Celebrate local writers of all ages! Come learn about the upcoming writing contest and the exciting line up for our 2024 Literary Festival!

Register online durangogov.org/library to attend. Can’t make the program? You can also swing by the library anytime in October to read and enjoy the entries of the 2023 Page One Writing Contest while they are on display in the program rooms. 

Oct. 7, 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Durango Public Library Annual Literary Festival: Heather Hansman Book Club: In these book clubs, there is no required reading, join us to discuss Heather’s works, writing style, research, and more. Heather is a freelance writer and editor who likes the intersection of science, adventure, and culture. She is a contributing editor at Outside magazine, and she writes for places like The Guardian, Sierra, and The New York Times. Tea and snacks provided! Register online durangogov.org/library to attend.

Oct. 8, 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Durango Public Library Annual Literary Festival Ramona Emerson Book Club In these book clubs, there is no required reading, join us to discuss Ramona’s works, writing style, research, and more. Ramona is a Diné (Navajo) writer and filmmaker. Her first novel, SHUTTER, was long-listed for a National Book Award. Tea and snacks provided. Register online durangogov.org/library to attend..

Oct. 9, 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Durango Public Library Annual Literary Festival Scott Graham Book Club: In these book clubs, there is no required reading, join us to discuss Graham’s works, writing style, research, and more. Scott is the author of the critically acclaimed National Park Mystery Series, illuminating environmental and social justice issues specific to the parks along the way. Tea and snac

Friday Night Bike Party Schedule (October 4):

·         4:30-5:30 PM: Community Bike Cruise with the Metropolitan Planning Organization.

·         5:00-8:00 PM: Kids' MTB Skills Course with F.A.S.T.

·         5:00-8:00 PM: Beer Garden with Clancy's Cantina.

·         5:30-7:00 PM: Criterium Race.

·         6:00-7:30 PM: Rider Dinner with Clancy's Cantina.

·         7:00-8:00 PM: Pro Riders Panel Discussion featuring Todd Wells and Syd & Macky Franklin.

Race Day Schedule (Saturday, October 5):

·         7:00-8:00 AM: Day-of registration and packet pickup.

·         8:00 AM: Mandatory riders meeting.

·         8:30 AM: Sport Course mass start.

·         8:35 AM: Sprint Course mass start.

·         8:45 AM: Pro/Expert Course mass start.

·         1:00 PM: Course cutoff.

4CORE's Beyond Solar Tour + Soirèe Date: Saturday, October 5th Time: Self-guided Tour: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Soirée: 6:00 pm to 9:00 PM Location: Tour: Various homes and businesses around town Soirée: Smiley Building lawn. Cost: Tour only: $15; Soiree only: $60; Both: $75 Join us for a day of learning about solar and net zero technologies, which can help you reduce your energy bills and harmful carbon emissions. The Beyond Solar self-guided tour runs from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and will showcase real-life examples of how your neighbors and local businesses harness FREE ENERGY from the sun to generate electricity, warm and cool their homes, heat water, and slash monthly utility bills. You'll also learn about net zero designs and technologies from local experts. After the self-guided tour, join us at the Smiley building from 6:00 to 9:00 PM to mingle with friends, enjoy cocktails and dinner, and listen to live music provided by Family Reunion. 4CORE will also highlight some of Durango's green-certified businesses that contribute to sustainability in their business practices. Learn more about solar and net zero and how it can benefit you, your business, and your community. This event is FREE for kids aged 18 and under. Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency (4CORE) www.fourcore.org Kathleen O'Connor: 970-403-6823 / Kathleen@fourcore.org

The Harvest Festival is back! After 5 years, the ELHI Community Center is excited to bring the annual Ignacio Harvest Festival back, and this time we've got a fun twist! We're adding a CAR SHOW! Make sure to join us on Saturday, October 5th from 10am-3pm for cool cars, carnival games, a bounce house, music, a vendor market and more! Admission to this family friendly event is FREE. For more information on being a vendor or entering a car in the show, please contact us at admin@theelhiignacio.org 115 Ute Street, Ignacio CO 81137

Local First Member BASH Learn how to make the most of this holiday season! Meet local business owners and share strategies on how to “winterize your business”. Members who attend can join the Local First Gift Guide, an electronic newsletter featuring deals and sales from local services and goods during the holiday season. This event is free and open to Local First members and those interested in becoming members. October 9 5:30-7pm Free Local First www.local-first.org info@local-first.org