Durango Parks and Recreation Activity Registration Begins Monday, April 21

Durango Parks and Recreation Activity Registration Begins Monday, April 21
Home Popular Durango-based artist Deborah Gorton launches web site Artist’s mixed media work and class information now at www.deborahgorton.com Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango is a doggone friendly town! When you’re ready to escape the dog-eat-dog world of the big city, Durango is the natural choice. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. This Ecological Footprint Quiz Ever wondered how much "nature" your lifestyle requires? Animas River Trail Mural Project Trout Wall Mural Anticipates Completion in July 2007 Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Trout Wall Public Art Work Nears Completion After three months of volunteering by a group of Durango middle school and local area high school students, the Animas River Trail Mural Trout Wall is nearing completion. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. City Begins Work on Downtown Sidewalk Design Project The City of Durango is undertaking a redesign and upgrade of its downtown pedestrian areas, including sidewalks, curbs, crossings and streetscapes. Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Home Composting Bins Available From The City of Durango The Smiley Garden: Locally grown food making sense for Durango, the world The miracle of nature is now very evident at the Smiley Garden, located along East Third Ave. on the east side of the historic Smiley Building. A model for sustainability, the Smiley Building is owned by Charles Shaw and his wife Lisa Bodwalk. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. August 2007 Steering Committee Meeting Minutes DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion Book Signing with NPR commentator Jim Hightower In town for his appearance as keynote speaker at the La Plata Democrats’ Annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner, national radio commentator Jim Hightower will be at Maria’s Bookshop, at 960 Main Avenue in Durango, for a free book signing from 4:30 to 5:30 on Sat Book Signing with NPR commentator Jim Hightower In town for his appearance as keynote speaker at the La Plata Democrats’ Annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner, national radio commentator Jim Hightower will be at Maria’s Bookshop, at 960 Main Avenue in Durango, for a free book signing from 4:30 to 5:30 on Sat Leadership La Plata to host informational community receptions Come Enjoy Trout Unlimited’s Annual Banquet Please join us for the Trout Unlimited Annual Banquet Doors open at 5:00 pm with a cash bar followed by dinner beginning at 6:30 pm. Come Enjoy Trout Unlimited’s Annual Banquet Please join us for the Trout Unlimited Annual Banquet Doors open at 5:00 pm with a cash bar followed by dinner beginning at 6:30 pm. Fort Lewis College Spring Commencement to be held Saturday, April 26 Fort Lewis College Spring Commencement to be held Saturday, April 26 Fort Lewis College Spring Commencement to be held Saturday, April 26 La Plata County Compass: Charting La Plata County's Future La Plata County Compass: Charting La Plata County's Future Visiting Trail Experts Will Inspire Local Trailbuilding Trails 2000 will bring in the International Mountain Bicycling Association's (IMBA) Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew to Durango, May 17-19, 2008 to talk trails, teach people proper trailbuilding technique, and spend quality time digging in the dirt. Visiting Trail Experts Will Inspire Local Trailbuilding Trails 2000 will bring in the International Mountain Bicycling Association's (IMBA) Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew to Durango, May 17-19, 2008 to talk trails, teach people proper trailbuilding technique, and spend quality time digging in the dirt. Visiting Trail Experts Will Inspire Local Trailbuilding Trails 2000 will bring in the International Mountain Bicycling Association's (IMBA) Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew to Durango, May 17-19, 2008 to talk trails, teach people proper trailbuilding technique, and spend quality time digging in the dirt. SAN JUAN SYMPHONY RAISES $8,160 TO BENEFIT THE 700 MAIN DISASTER RELIEF FUND The capacity crowd at San Juan Symphony’s Music for Main concert at the Henry Strater Theatre on April 5 helped raise $8,160 for the benefit of the 700 Main Disaster Relief Fund according to SJS Executive Director Kathy Myrick. SAN JUAN SYMPHONY RAISES $8,160 TO BENEFIT THE 700 MAIN DISASTER RELIEF FUND The capacity crowd at San Juan Symphony’s Music for Main concert at the Henry Strater Theatre on April 5 helped raise $8,160 for the benefit of the 700 Main Disaster Relief Fund according to SJS Executive Director Kathy Myrick. SAN JUAN SYMPHONY RAISES $8,160 TO BENEFIT THE 700 MAIN DISASTER RELIEF FUND The capacity crowd at San Juan Symphony’s Music for Main concert at the Henry Strater Theatre on April 5 helped raise $8,160 for the benefit of the 700 Main Disaster Relief Fund according to SJS Executive Director Kathy Myrick. SAN JUAN SYMPHONY RAISES $8,160 TO BENEFIT THE 700 MAIN DISASTER RELIEF FUND The capacity crowd at San Juan Symphony’s Music for Main concert at the Henry Strater Theatre on April 5 helped raise $8,160 for the benefit of the 700 Main Disaster Relief Fund according to SJS Executive Director Kathy Myrick. SAN JUAN SYMPHONY RAISES $8,160 TO BENEFIT THE 700 MAIN DISASTER RELIEF FUND The capacity crowd at San Juan Symphony’s Music for Main concert at the Henry Strater Theatre on April 5 helped raise $8,160 for the benefit of the 700 Main Disaster Relief Fund according to SJS Executive Director Kathy Myrick. CASTING CALL for all ages & talents The Powerhouse Kids season one It’s a kid show. It’s viral fundraising. It’s a history lesson with a shocking twist. It’s the Powerhouse Kids! CASTING CALL for all ages & talents The Powerhouse Kids season one It’s a kid show. It’s viral fundraising. It’s a history lesson with a shocking twist. It’s the Powerhouse Kids! CASTING CALL for all ages & talents The Powerhouse Kids season one It’s a kid show. It’s viral fundraising. It’s a history lesson with a shocking twist. It’s the Powerhouse Kids! Waterline Replacement at the Santa Rita Pedestrian Bridge The City of Durango has contracted with McCollum's Excavating to replace the waterline on the Santa Rita Pedestrian Bridge and to complete modifications to the bridge decking. Waterline Replacement at the Santa Rita Pedestrian Bridge The City of Durango has contracted with McCollum's Excavating to replace the waterline on the Santa Rita Pedestrian Bridge and to complete modifications to the bridge decking. Animas River Trail Closure at New Library The section of the Animas River Trail behind the new library project will be closed Monday, April 14 through Wednesday, April 16 to allow the project contractor to complete earthwork along the new section of trail. Animas River Trail Closure at New Library The section of the Animas River Trail behind the new library project will be closed Monday, April 14 through Wednesday, April 16 to allow the project contractor to complete earthwork along the new section of trail. Animas River Trail Closure at New Library The section of the Animas River Trail behind the new library project will be closed Monday, April 14 through Wednesday, April 16 to allow the project contractor to complete earthwork along the new section of trail. Public Meeting Notice - 12th Street and Camino del Rio Public Meeting Notice - 12th Street and Camino del Rio Book signing for Will Hobbs’ latest young adult novel Go Big or Go Home Book signing for Will Hobbs’ latest young adult novel Go Big or Go Home One more chance to ride the 2008 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic For the first time in the 36 year history of the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, the tour and the road race to Silverton sold out in early March. In an effort to accommodate some anxious riders we have received special permission from law enforcement to add One more chance to ride the 2008 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic For the first time in the 36 year history of the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, the tour and the road race to Silverton sold out in early March. In an effort to accommodate some anxious riders we have received special permission from law enforcement to add One more chance to ride the 2008 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic For the first time in the 36 year history of the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, the tour and the road race to Silverton sold out in early March. In an effort to accommodate some anxious riders we have received special permission from law enforcement to add Computer and Electronics Recycling Event The City of Durango and San Juan Basin Recycling Association are pleased to sponsor this year's first Computer & Electronics Recycling event. Computer and Electronics Recycling Event The City of Durango and San Juan Basin Recycling Association are pleased to sponsor this year's first Computer & Electronics Recycling event. Computer and Electronics Recycling Event The City of Durango and San Juan Basin Recycling Association are pleased to sponsor this year's first Computer & Electronics Recycling event. Fertilization and Weed Abatement Begins in City Parks Fertilization and Weed Abatement Begins in City Parks La Plata County Goes Green in Celebration of Earth Day Earth Day is a time to celebrate gains we have made and to create new visions to accelerate sustainability and environmental progress. La Plata County Goes Green in Celebration of Earth Day Earth Day is a time to celebrate gains we have made and to create new visions to accelerate sustainability and environmental progress. La Plata County Goes Green in Celebration of Earth Day Earth Day is a time to celebrate gains we have made and to create new visions to accelerate sustainability and environmental progress. National Arbor Day tree planting at the Powerhouse ALL are invited to attend a National Arbor Day tree planting at the Powerhouse (1333 Camino Del Rio, Durango CO) this Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11am. National Arbor Day tree planting at the Powerhouse ALL are invited to attend a National Arbor Day tree planting at the Powerhouse (1333 Camino Del Rio, Durango CO) this Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11am. 3rd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium highlights students’ work, draws largest crowd ever In what is becoming a Fort Lewis College tradition, the FLC School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences presented the 3rd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium on April 17, 2008. 3rd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium highlights students’ work, draws largest crowd ever In what is becoming a Fort Lewis College tradition, the FLC School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences presented the 3rd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium on April 17, 2008. 3rd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium highlights students’ work, draws largest crowd ever In what is becoming a Fort Lewis College tradition, the FLC School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences presented the 3rd Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium on April 17, 2008. Executive Director Leaving Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County Imig announced her resignation from the affiliate to the Board of Directors in late February of this year and has been slowly cutting her work week in a gradual phase out from her position as Executive Director. Executive Director Leaving Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County Imig announced her resignation from the affiliate to the Board of Directors in late February of this year and has been slowly cutting her work week in a gradual phase out from her position as Executive Director. City Programming Goes to the Internet City Span 10, the City's government television access channel, is pleased to announce that all of its programming in now available for viewing on the City's website at http://www.durangogov.org/resident/cspan/. City Programming Goes to the Internet City Span 10, the City's government television access channel, is pleased to announce that all of its programming in now available for viewing on the City's website at http://www.durangogov.org/resident/cspan/. City Programming Goes to the Internet City Span 10, the City's government television access channel, is pleased to announce that all of its programming in now available for viewing on the City's website at http://www.durangogov.org/resident/cspan/. City Programming Goes to the Internet City Span 10, the City's government television access channel, is pleased to announce that all of its programming in now available for viewing on the City's website at http://www.durangogov.org/resident/cspan/. FINAL WEEK FOR PURGATORY ALL-SEASON PASS SALE Don’t let the warm weather and blooming trees make you forget about next winter’s skiing and riding season at Purgatory. This is the final week to purchase your All-Season Pass with unlimited fun at Purgatory Mountain this summer and next winter for the l FINAL WEEK FOR PURGATORY ALL-SEASON PASS SALE Don’t let the warm weather and blooming trees make you forget about next winter’s skiing and riding season at Purgatory. This is the final week to purchase your All-Season Pass with unlimited fun at Purgatory Mountain this summer and next winter for the l FINAL WEEK FOR PURGATORY ALL-SEASON PASS SALE Don’t let the warm weather and blooming trees make you forget about next winter’s skiing and riding season at Purgatory. This is the final week to purchase your All-Season Pass with unlimited fun at Purgatory Mountain this summer and next winter for the l AUDIO WEB STREAMING OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ AUDIO WEB STREAMING OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ AUDIO WEB STREAMING OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ COUNTY OFFERS FREE YARD WASTE PROGRAM COUNTY OFFERS FREE YARD WASTE PROGRAM Commencement speaker’s message to FLC grads: Let Po and shift happens Commencement speaker’s message to FLC grads: Let Po and shift happens Twin Buttes Public Information Meeting There will be a public information meeting concerning the Twin Buttes Annexation and Conceptual Plan on Wednesday May 7, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. at Fort Lewis College in the Center for Southwest Studies, Lyceum Lecture Hall. A brief presentation will begin a Twin Buttes Public Information Meeting There will be a public information meeting concerning the Twin Buttes Annexation and Conceptual Plan on Wednesday May 7, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. at Fort Lewis College in the Center for Southwest Studies, Lyceum Lecture Hall. A brief presentation will begin a Register for the Town Series Durango Parks and Recreation is hosting the 3rd Annual "The Town Series." The Series features runs, hikes, and walks for all athletic ability levels on three prominent trail systems in Durango. Register for the Town Series Durango Parks and Recreation is hosting the 3rd Annual "The Town Series." The Series features runs, hikes, and walks for all athletic ability levels on three prominent trail systems in Durango. Register for the Town Series Durango Parks and Recreation is hosting the 3rd Annual "The Town Series." The Series features runs, hikes, and walks for all athletic ability levels on three prominent trail systems in Durango. DURANGO TO HOST WOMEN’S CANCER & SUVIVORSHIP SYMPOSIUM Durango is hosting the first ever Women’s Cancer & Survivorship Symposium on Saturday, May 17, from 8:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. DURANGO TO HOST WOMEN’S CANCER & SUVIVORSHIP SYMPOSIUM Durango is hosting the first ever Women’s Cancer & Survivorship Symposium on Saturday, May 17, from 8:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. DURANGO TO HOST WOMEN’S CANCER & SUVIVORSHIP SYMPOSIUM Durango is hosting the first ever Women’s Cancer & Survivorship Symposium on Saturday, May 17, from 8:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Authors Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes to Speak at Event Open to the Public at Mercy Medical Center Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes, both double lung transplant recipients, will present their story at a free public event at Mercy Medical Center on Tuesday, May 20th from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Authors Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes to Speak at Event Open to the Public at Mercy Medical Center Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes, both double lung transplant recipients, will present their story at a free public event at Mercy Medical Center on Tuesday, May 20th from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Authors Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes to Speak at Event Open to the Public at Mercy Medical Center Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes, both double lung transplant recipients, will present their story at a free public event at Mercy Medical Center on Tuesday, May 20th from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Ska Brewing Co. ushers in a new era with its 24,000 square foot “world headquarters” Several years ago, when it became clear to the partners of Ska Brewing Co. that they needed to expand the existing brewery or find a new home, they made the decision to do it “right.” Today, and after a nearly $5 million investment, Ska has opened its new Ska Brewing Co. ushers in a new era with its 24,000 square foot “world headquarters” Several years ago, when it became clear to the partners of Ska Brewing Co. that they needed to expand the existing brewery or find a new home, they made the decision to do it “right.” Today, and after a nearly $5 million investment, Ska has opened its new Svanes, Brant named to head LPEA Finance Department Electric cooperative welcomes new CFO and Controller. Svanes, Brant named to head LPEA Finance Department Electric cooperative welcomes new CFO and Controller. Community Concert Hall welcomes Blues Rockers Edgar Winter Band Oct. 19 Community Concert Hall welcomes Blues Rockers Edgar Winter Band Oct. 19 Community Concert Hall welcomes Blues Rockers Edgar Winter Band Oct. 19 Winter parking regulations now in effect Animas Museum announces October events Animas Museum announces October events Animas Museum announces October events Three Mercy physicians selected for 2007- 2008 Best Doctors in America® list Three Mercy physicians selected for 2007- 2008 Best Doctors in America® list Three Mercy physicians selected for 2007- 2008 Best Doctors in America® list Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Tour of Durango postponed until Summer 2009 Business Improvement District, City of Durango and Strater Hotel receive 2008 Governor’s Awards Business Improvement District, City of Durango and Strater Hotel receive 2008 Governor’s Awards Business Improvement District, City of Durango and Strater Hotel receive 2008 Governor’s Awards The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Great Pumpkin Patch Express now running at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango Sören Hermansen, and the Samsø clean energy success story, comes to Durango School District 9-R News Briefs Oct. 13-17 School District 9-R News Briefs Oct. 13-17 Leadership La Plata seeks nominees for Barbara Conrad Award Leadership La Plata seeks nominees for Barbara Conrad Award Annie’s Orphans providing sanctuary to abandoned or neglected dogs The orphans in the Broadway musical "Annie" had little hope of living more than “the hard-knock life;” but Annie’s Orphans, those of the canine variety, are indeed “lucky dogs.” Annie’s Orphans providing sanctuary to abandoned or neglected dogs The orphans in the Broadway musical "Annie" had little hope of living more than “the hard-knock life;” but Annie’s Orphans, those of the canine variety, are indeed “lucky dogs.”	Beginning on Monday, April 21, registration for Durango Parks and Recreation Department's summer and fall activities will be available online at www.durangogov.org/resident/parks_leisure/parks.html or in person at the Durango Community Recreation Center, Mason Center or Chapman Hill. Activity Guides will be mailed to households on Friday, April 18. The Activity Guide lists all youth and adult programs offered or contracted through Durango Parks and Recreation for the summer and fall seasons. Any household who has recently participated in a Durango Parks and Recreation program or who holds a pass to a Parks and Recreation facility will receive an Activity Guide by mail. The Activity Guide is also available on the City's website or at the Recreation Center, Mason Center, Chapman Hill, City Hall, and the Library. Please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 375-7300 with any questions regarding upcoming programs and events.
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