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Cultural & Heritage events

 Monday, November 3rd
Picture of Indigenous Ink: Empowering Stories in Comic Books ALL MONTH
Indigenous Ink: Empowering Stories in Comic Books ALL MONTH
10:00am / Maria's Reading Room
Celebrate the vibrant voices of Indigenous comic book creators all month long! Indigenous Ink highlights the artistic and literary contributions of Indigenous...
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Title 6 Student After-School Sewing Access: Ribbon Skirts & Shirts ALL MONTH
2:00pm / Maria's Reading Room
The Reading Room is offering access to 1–2 sewing machines for students working on ribbon skirts, shirts, or other projects.   Students...
 Tuesday, November 4th
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Powerhouse Toddler Storytime & Craft
10:00am / The Powerhouse Science Center
Little ones and their grownups are invited to a joyful morning of storytelling, crafts, and traditional Indigenous games. This special toddler program...
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Author Talk & Book Signing: Kat Wilder "The Last Cows"
6:00pm / Maria's Bookshop
Kathryn Wilder's The Last Cows: On Ranching, Wonder, and a Woman's Heart (Bison Books) is out! Slated for a November 1 release, it is hitting...
 Wednesday, November 5th
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Artist Talk & Gallery Tour with Venancio Aragon
4:30pm / Center of Southwest Studies at FLC Gallery
AThe Center of Southwest Studies will host a special closing artist talk with Dine weaver and educator Venancio Aragón, who is also the guest curator...
Picture of Artist Talk: Venancio Aragon, Dine Textile Artist
Artist Talk: Venancio Aragon, Dine Textile Artist
4:30pm / Center of Southwest Studies Gallery
The Center of Southwest Studies is pleased to hold a special talk with Venancio Aragón, featured textile artist and the guest curator of the latest exhibition,...
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Navajo Magician: Magic, Resilience & Culture
5:30pm / Riverview Elementary School
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a captivating performance by a Navajo magician blending storytelling, magic, and cultural traditions. This...
 Thursday, November 6th
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Sound & Environment: An Interactive Music Workshop
6:30pm / Center of Southwest Studies at FLC Gallery
The Center of Southwest Studies is excited to host an immersive workshop exploring connections between sound, music, and the land with Diné musician,...
Picture of Workshop: Sound & Environment with Kino Benally
Workshop: Sound & Environment with Kino Benally
6:30pm / Center of Southwest Studies Gallery
Join Dine musician Kino Benally (@djbeeso) for an immersive workshop exploring the deep connections between sound, music, and the land. This free, public...
 Friday, November 7th
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Storytime with reading and crafts
2:00pm / Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum
Join the Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum staff for an hour of reading and crafts as we highlight Native American Children books for Native American...
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Hoop Dancers Evening Performance & Open Museum Night
5:30pm / The Powerhouse Science Center
Experience the beauty and energy of traditional Native American hoop dancing in this special evening performance presented in partnership with Cultural...
 Saturday, November 8th
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Hoop Dancer Youth Workshop
10:00am / The Hive
Youth are invited to join a dynamic and engaging Intro to Hoop Dance Workshop led by professional dancers from Cultural Fire Events. Designed for Title...
Picture of Annual Southern Ute Community Veterans Pow Wow
Annual Southern Ute Community Veterans Pow Wow
10:30am / Ignacio High School
Honor tradition, service, and community at this annual pow wow celebrating Southern Ute veterans and Indigenous culture. Expect drumming, dancing, colorful...
 Sunday, November 9th
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Annual Southern Ute Community Veterans Pow Wow
10:30am / Ignacio High School
Honor tradition, service, and community at this annual pow wow celebrating Southern Ute veterans and Indigenous culture. Expect drumming, dancing, colorful...
 Tuesday, November 11th
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First Friday Open Reception: Super Powered-Sovereignty
5:00pm / Creative District Gallery
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at this special First Friday reception for Super Powered–Sovereignty: Indigenous Comic Book Art. This bold exhibition...
 Wednesday, November 12th
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Free Admission Day
9:00am / Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by exploring the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum with free admission all day on the 12th. Current exhibits...
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Dine Poetics: Student Readings
3:30pm / Center of Southwest Studies at FLC Gallery
The Center of Southwest Studies (Center) will host readings by Fort Lewis College students of Native American & Indigenous Studies' Dine Poetics...
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Empty Chair Town Hall CD3
5:30pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds
You are invited to share your thoughts, concerns, and stories about issues you are facing in Colorado District 3. Everyone is welcome to attend! Doors...
Picture of San Juan Basin Archaeological Society meeting and presentation
San Juan Basin Archaeological Society meeting and presentation
7:00pm / Fort Lewis Collage Lyceum and Zoom
The San Juan Basin Archaeological Society invites the public to a presentation. After a brief business meeting, Dr. Thatcher Seltzer-Rogers will present...
 Thursday, November 13th
Picture of Artist Talk & Pottery Workshop with Yolanda LaMone
Artist Talk & Pottery Workshop with Yolanda LaMone
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
Join Indigenous artist Yolanda LaMone (Navajo, Hopi, Zuni) for an inspiring evening of art, culture, and creativity. The evening begins with an artist...
 Saturday, November 15th
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Round Dance & Native Arts Market; Free Community Meal
12:00pm / Durango High School Aux Gym
The Durango Native American Education Program, in partnership with the Native American Parent Advisory Committee (NAPAC), is proud to host the 4th annual...
 Tuesday, November 18th
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Cookbook Club: New Native Kitchen
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
Join us for a special edition of the Durango Public Library Cookbook Club featuring New Native Kitchen by Freddie Bitsoie, former executive chef at the...
 Thursday, November 20th
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Navajo Highways Screening & Conversation with Pete Sands
5:00pm / Fort Lewis College Vallecito Room, Student Union
Celebrate Indigenous storytelling and language revitalization with a special screening of Navajo Highways - a groundbreaking children's puppet series centered...
 Tuesday, December 9th
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Southwest Colorado Gives Day
6:00am / swcogives
Southwest Colorado Gives is a collaborative effort to inspire generosity in our five counties and increase online giving for local participating nonprofits.   All...
 Friday, December 4th
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Festival of Trees & Wreaths
12:00pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train Museum
Festival of Trees & Wreaths is a free and family friendly holiday tradition that’s sure to get you into the spirit of the season! Tour an enchanting...
 Saturday, December 5th
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Festival of Trees & Wreaths
12:00pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train Museum
Festival of Trees & Wreaths is a free and family friendly holiday tradition that’s sure to get you into the spirit of the season! Tour an enchanting...
 Sunday, December 6th
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Festival of Trees & Wreaths
12:00pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train Museum
Festival of Trees & Wreaths is a free and family friendly holiday tradition that’s sure to get you into the spirit of the season! Tour an enchanting...
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