Public Art Projects Planned for 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.
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 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. 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? 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? 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? 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? 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 Southwest Colorado Community Index up-dated and on-line Southwest Colorado Community Index up-dated and on-line Southwest Colorado Community Index up-dated and on-line The Half Price Tees and Durango Embroidery and Print coming back from the fire, better than ever Six months ago, Half Price Tees garnered national, even international fame due to the fire that destroyed a portion of the 700 block on Durango’s Main Ave. What has come to light, however, in the wake of this tragedy is that this is no mere “t-shirt shop. The Half Price Tees and Durango Embroidery and Print coming back from the fire, better than ever Six months ago, Half Price Tees garnered national, even international fame due to the fire that destroyed a portion of the 700 block on Durango’s Main Ave. What has come to light, however, in the wake of this tragedy is that this is no mere “t-shirt shop. “Look Local First” campaign seeks to protect La Plata County’s economy “Look Local First” campaign seeks to protect La Plata County’s economy Sean Clark named Steamworks Executive Chef and Director of Restaurant Operations Sean Clark named Steamworks Executive Chef and Director of Restaurant Operations Community invited to join FLC Fall Community Service Project Community invited to join FLC Fall Community Service Project Community invited to join FLC Fall Community Service Project Ladies Camp to improve mountain bike skills offered Ladies Camp to improve mountain bike skills offered Ladies Camp to improve mountain bike skills offered San Juan Basin Health offering immunization clinics San Juan Basin Health offering immunization clinics Purgatory accepting applications for Benefit Day Purgatory accepting applications for Benefit Day Purgatory accepting applications for Benefit Day Steamworks Brewing Co. now distributing the award-winning Colorado Kölsch in 12-oz. bottle six-packs Steamworks Brewing Co. now distributing the award-winning Colorado Kölsch in 12-oz. bottle six-packs Steamworks Brewing Co. now distributing the award-winning Colorado Kölsch in 12-oz. bottle six-packs 9-R strategic planning session set for Sept. 23 9-R strategic planning session set for Sept. 23 Small fire at Durango High School Community invited to FLC Welcome Week activities Community invited to FLC Welcome Week activities Community invited to FLC Welcome Week activities Three Springs caps off summer of events with final Outdoor Movie Night October Sky, starring Jake Gyllenhaal set for this Friday at Three Springs Plaza. Three Springs caps off summer of events with final Outdoor Movie Night October Sky, starring Jake Gyllenhaal set for this Friday at Three Springs Plaza. Three Springs caps off summer of events with final Outdoor Movie Night October Sky, starring Jake Gyllenhaal set for this Friday at Three Springs Plaza. City Offices closed on Labor Day Applications now being accepted for solar domestic hot water rebates LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office. Applications now being accepted for solar domestic hot water rebates LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office. Applications now being accepted for solar domestic hot water rebates LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office. Applications now being accepted for solar domestic hot water rebates LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office. Applications now being accepted for solar domestic hot water rebates LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office.	Durango, CO – 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. The Public Art Commission invites artists within the four corner states to submit qualifications and proposals for two original three-dimensional works of art to be placed in the new library. One of the Calls to Artists is for a storyteller’s chair to be placed in the Storytime Room. This project will result in a functional sculpture, on which an individual will sit while telling a story to children. The budget for this project is $15,000. A second Call to Artist is for a stairwell sculpture that will be either suspended or mounted as a wall relief in the main stairwell between the first and second floors of the library. This area will also serve as the donor recognition. The budget for this project is $20,000. The deadline for submissions for both projects is June 30, 2008. “We look forward to many creative submissions that will reflect the character of the beautiful new library,” commented Carol Martin, Chair of the Public Art Commission. An open house is tentatively scheduled for August 11, where the community will be invited to view the artist submissions for both projects. The Public Art Commission anticipates final selection by August 19^th. “We are very excited about the prospect of incorporating public artwork in our new library,” remarked Sherry Taber, Library Director. “We hope to have these pieces installed before the Library’s official opening in December.” For more information or to obtain a copy of the Call to Artists, please go to the City’s website at www.durangogov.org or call the City Manager’s Office at 375-5005.
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