FLC and the community team up to discuss the arts and the environment

FLC and the community team up to discuss the arts and the environment There is often debate about the science, politics and economics of living lightly on the land. But what role can the arts play in creating a sustainable future for Southwest Colorado and the larger Four Corners region?
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 Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces Schedule Modification In response to passenger trends, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will modify its 2008 train schedule to Silverton by eliminating the 7:30 a.m. departure from Durango. Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces Schedule Modification In response to passenger trends, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will modify its 2008 train schedule to Silverton by eliminating the 7:30 a.m. departure from Durango. Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces Schedule Modification In response to passenger trends, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will modify its 2008 train schedule to Silverton by eliminating the 7:30 a.m. departure from Durango. Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is Canceled For the first time in its 37-year history, the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic was canceled due to heavy snow in the San Juan Mountains north of Durango. Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is Canceled For the first time in its 37-year history, the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic was canceled due to heavy snow in the San Juan Mountains north of Durango. Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is Canceled For the first time in its 37-year history, the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic was canceled due to heavy snow in the San Juan Mountains north of Durango. Trails 2000 Trail Work and Annual Picnic Trails 2000 Trail Work and Annual Picnic Trails 2000 Trail Work and Annual Picnic Bayfield High Student Council receives $900+ from Steamworks “Wolverine Wednesdays” at Steamworks Bayfield supports Bayfield Youth. Bayfield High Student Council receives $900+ from Steamworks “Wolverine Wednesdays” at Steamworks Bayfield supports Bayfield Youth. Durango Recreation Center Invites Artists to Display Artwork The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. Durango Recreation Center Invites Artists to Display Artwork The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. Durango Recreation Center Invites Artists to Display Artwork The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. Swinging Bridge Closed for Rehabilitation The Swinging Bridge on the Animas River Trail will be closed for rehabilitation beginning Monday, June 9, 2008. The existing wood elements, including the decking and railing, will be removed and replaced. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. Who's Your Daddy Who's Your Daddy kicks of summer, on Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a street party and fundraiser or all ages to benefit The Children’s Museum of Durango/Discovery Museum at the Powerhouse, on Main Avenue (on the 10th and 11th b Who's Your Daddy Who's Your Daddy kicks of summer, on Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a street party and fundraiser or all ages to benefit The Children’s Museum of Durango/Discovery Museum at the Powerhouse, on Main Avenue (on the 10th and 11th b Who's Your Daddy Who's Your Daddy kicks of summer, on Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a street party and fundraiser or all ages to benefit The Children’s Museum of Durango/Discovery Museum at the Powerhouse, on Main Avenue (on the 10th and 11th b City Announces New Police Chief City Announces New Police Chief City Announces New Police Chief Animas River Days “Flows” into Durango Animas River Days flows into town on June 20, 21 and 22, with numerous festivities planned and more community support than the event has seen in years. Animas River Days “Flows” into Durango Animas River Days flows into town on June 20, 21 and 22, with numerous festivities planned and more community support than the event has seen in years. Bike to Work Day Returns for its 7th Year Bike to Work Day returns for its 7th consecutive year on Wednesday, June 25th from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Main Avenue in downtown Durango. Bike to Work Day Returns for its 7th Year Bike to Work Day returns for its 7th consecutive year on Wednesday, June 25th from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Main Avenue in downtown Durango. Public Art Projects Planned for New Library The City of Durango’s Public Art Commission is excited to announce two Calls to Artists to acquire works of art for Durango’s new library. Public Art Projects Planned for New Library The City of Durango’s Public Art Commission is excited to announce two Calls to Artists to acquire works of art for Durango’s new library. Public Art Projects Planned for New Library The City of Durango’s Public Art Commission is excited to announce two Calls to Artists to acquire works of art for Durango’s new library. LA PLATA COUNTY ANNOUNCES ANNUAL PROCESS TO REQUEST INCREASED MAINTENANCE ON COUNTY ROADS LA PLATA COUNTY ANNOUNCES ANNUAL PROCESS TO REQUEST INCREASED MAINTENANCE ON COUNTY ROADS FULL GREEN HOUSE GAS EMISSION STUDY ON LINE The complete Baseline Green Gas Emission Profile and Forecast dated April 3, 2008 has now been posted to the La Plata County website FULL GREEN HOUSE GAS EMISSION STUDY ON LINE The complete Baseline Green Gas Emission Profile and Forecast dated April 3, 2008 has now been posted to the La Plata County website Downtown Fire Relief Fund committee efforts come to a close Business Improvement District/Community Foundation set up on-going Community Emergency Fund. Downtown Fire Relief Fund committee efforts come to a close Business Improvement District/Community Foundation set up on-going Community Emergency Fund. Downtown Fire Relief Fund committee efforts come to a close Business Improvement District/Community Foundation set up on-going Community Emergency Fund. Downtown Fire Relief Fund committee efforts come to a close Business Improvement District/Community Foundation set up on-going Community Emergency Fund. Animas River Days is Just Around the Bend Animas River Days is just around the bend. The three-day event is being held June 20-22 in Santa Rita Park along Hwy 550 just south of downtown Durango. Animas River Days is Just Around the Bend Animas River Days is just around the bend. The three-day event is being held June 20-22 in Santa Rita Park along Hwy 550 just south of downtown Durango. Animas River Days is Just Around the Bend Animas River Days is just around the bend. The three-day event is being held June 20-22 in Santa Rita Park along Hwy 550 just south of downtown Durango. Center of Southwest Studies to mark Summer Solstice with special ceremony Center of Southwest Studies to mark Summer Solstice with special ceremony Center of Southwest Studies to mark Summer Solstice with special ceremony Summer Smash at Habitat for Humanity Cans for Habitat aluminum recycling will be holding a can smashing event this Saturday, June 21 from 10am to 3pm in the parking lot adjacent to Habitat Home Supply. Summer Smash at Habitat for Humanity Cans for Habitat aluminum recycling will be holding a can smashing event this Saturday, June 21 from 10am to 3pm in the parking lot adjacent to Habitat Home Supply. Open Kayak Nights to be held only on Tuesdays Open Kayak Nights to be held only on Tuesdays Open Kayak Nights to be held only on Tuesdays Open Kayak Nights to be held only on Tuesdays Open Kayak Nights to be held only on Tuesdays Fred Kroeger, Harpers to be honored at Community Heritage Award Celebration Fred Kroeger, Harpers to be honored at Community Heritage Award Celebration Fred Kroeger, Harpers to be honored at Community Heritage Award Celebration Public Art Commission seeks volunteers Public Art Commission seeks volunteers Public Art Commission seeks volunteers New Fort Lewis College student union building plan approved New Fort Lewis College student union building plan approved New Fort Lewis College student union building plan approved New floodplain mapping for Vallecito and Grimes Creeks to be presented July 1 New floodplain mapping for Vallecito and Grimes Creeks to be presented July 1 4CORE receives $50,000 sponsorship from BP Funds will be used to support energy efficiency, conservation projects and programs. 4CORE receives $50,000 sponsorship from BP Funds will be used to support energy efficiency, conservation projects and programs. 4CORE receives $50,000 sponsorship from BP Funds will be used to support energy efficiency, conservation projects and programs. Public hearing Oct. 6 for city Capital Improvements Program Public hearing Oct. 6 for city Capital Improvements Program Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Music in the Mountains sponsors “Strut Your Stuff Talent Show” Music in the Mountains sponsors “Strut Your Stuff Talent Show” Music in the Mountains sponsors “Strut Your Stuff Talent Show” San Juan Basin Health launches flu clinics San Juan Basin Health launches flu clinics San Juan Basin Health launches flu clinics San Juan Basin Health launches flu clinics LPEA offering rebates for new refrigerator/freezer purchase Members can receive $40 rebate for purchase of a new Energy Star® appliance. LPEA offering rebates for new refrigerator/freezer purchase Members can receive $40 rebate for purchase of a new Energy Star® appliance. LPEA offering rebates for new refrigerator/freezer purchase Members can receive $40 rebate for purchase of a new Energy Star® appliance. Durango High School investigation update Officials respond to gun rumor at Durango High School. San Juan Symphony to present "Where Giants Dare to Tread" San Juan Symphony to present "Where Giants Dare to Tread" San Juan Symphony to present "Where Giants Dare to Tread" Board of County Commissioners Schedule, Oct. 6-10 World rumba gruitarist Brent Gunter performs at Durango Arts Center World rumba gruitarist Brent Gunter performs at Durango Arts Center World rumba gruitarist Brent Gunter performs at Durango Arts Center School District 9-R News Briefs for Oct.6-10 School District 9-R News Briefs for Oct.6-10 Community meeting schedule to discusse Parks, Trails, Open Space and Recreation master plan CDOT road project updates 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.	DURANGO - There is often debate about the science, politics and economics of living lightly on the land. But what role can the arts play in creating a sustainable future for Southwest Colorado and the larger Four Corners region? The Fort Lewis College Environmental Center and the Durango Arts Center are teaming up to discuss potential answers at an event entitled “Symbolic San Juan: Community Arts, Sense of Place and a Sustainable Future.” On Monday, June 23rd at 6:30 p.m. artists will discuss themes within their work that speak to life in this part of country and the lessons that these symbols and stories hold for our future. The event in the Durango Arts Center gallery will feature: · Kate Niles - author of the award-winning novel The Basket Maker · Steven J. Meyers - author of On Seeing Nature, Lime Creek Odyssey, Notes from the San Juans and San Juan River Chronicle · Keith Walzak – landscape architect, urban designer, member of the Arts Collaborative of Durango The event will also include a presentation by Marcus Renner, director of the Fort Lewis College Environmental Center, on how place-based art has encouraged sustainability in communities around the country and around the world. Participants will have the opportunity to apply ideas and insights from the evening to several community initiatives currently underway, including the developing buy local campaign, planned for summer and fall, in a playful discussion that will fuel the imagination. This event is free of charge and is open to the public. For more information, contact Marcus Renner at (970) 247-7091 or email renner_m@fortlewis.edu.
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