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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

Durango Public Library Lit Fest Workshop: How to Write a Great First Page: With Candace Nadon, associate English professor, Fort Lewis College. In this workshop, we’ll discuss the factors necessary to make a great first page of a novel, no matter the genre, and examine those factors in action in some stellar first pages. We’ll also spend some time writing and workshopping our own first pages, so please come with your novel ideas. his session is designed not only to help you begin the kind of novel that readers can’t put down but inspire you to submit to the Durango Public Library’s November First Page Contest! Space is limited, PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

The 16th annual Gothla Belly Dance Show Friday, October 17th at 7pm, doors open at 6:30 Durango Elks Lodge, 901 East 2nd Ave $15 at the door Brought to you by Mataholla Moon Belly Dance Troupe.

Winter 25/26 Food & Beverage Job Fair at Purgatory Resort Description: Make the mountain your office this winter. Purgatory Resort is hiring front-of-house and back-of-house staff for its on-mountain restaurants and bars. Attend the Winter 25/26 Food & Beverage Job Fair to meet hiring managers, apply in person, and take part in walk-in interviews. Candidates are encouraged to bring a resume; applications will also be available on site. Dates & Times of Event: October 18, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cost: Free Your Organization: Purgatory Resort Your Organization's Web Site Address: https://www.purgatory.ski Your Organization's Contact Info: Purgatory Sports Downtown 2615 Main Avenue Durango, CO 81301 Phone: 970-385-8901

Frank N' Stein Music Festival Description: Stillwater Music & the Be Frank Foundation invites you to join them on Saturday, October 18th, for their 12th annual Frank N' Stein Fundraiser! With live music, student performances, games, costume contests, prizes, food, and libations, this block party is the community event of the year! Admission is FREE, but don't miss out on your chance to purchase a commemorative mug with a complimentary handcrafted local brew, brought to you by Ska and Bottom Shelf Brewery. All proceeds benefit Stillwater Music and Be Frank's scholarship programs for area families. So, grab the family and get to Joe Stephenson Park in Bayfield from 12-6 PM on Saturday, October 18th. See you there! For more information about the event, to volunteer or for sponsorship opportunities, go to stillwatermusic.org or befrankfoundation.org Dates & Times: Saturday, October 18 12-6pm Location: Joe Stephenson Park Bayfield, CO Cost: Free Organization: Be Frank Foundation & Stillwater Music Website: https://stillwatermusic.org/event/frank-n-stein-orchestra-music-festival/ Contact info: info@stillwatermusic.org