The Art of Giving 2018

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GIVING m o n t e z u m a co 2018

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The Journal uses reasonable effort to include accurate and up-to-date information for its special magazine publications. However, all information comes from a variety of sources and may change at any time for any reason. To verify specific information, refer to the organization or business noted. To view the online version of this guide, visit www.the-journal.com

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COLORADO Gives Day!

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On Dec. 4, an annual effort presented by Community First Foundation and FirstBank will celebrate philanthropy statewide. Colorado Gives Day is a 24-hour, online fundraiser intended to encourage and increase charity donations during the giving season.

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Last year, Colorado Gives Day raised $36.6 million in just one day. This year, there are 480 nonprofit organizations in Montezuma County registered to participate. These organizations cover a wide variety of interests, missions and programs that support this community.

There truly is an art to giving. It takes thoughtfulness and patience to find the right gift for loved ones. But helping the community and others is easy. While donating money to nonprofit organizations is one way to give to those in

Both Community First Foundation and FirstBank contributed $500,000 to create a $1 Million Incentive Fund. Every nonprofit receiving a donation on Colorado Gives Day will receive a percentage of the fund, which increases with every dollar donated.

need during the holiday season, there are other ways to be generous without breaking a budget.

Serve others Most towns in the Southwest have a free community dinner for holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Volunteering to bake desserts, wash dishes

To learn more about Colorado Gives Day or make a donation to a local organization, go to ColoradoGives.org.

or serve attendees at the dinner is one way to connect with neighbors and embrace the holiday giving spirit.

Donate items Most people have at least one item in the closet that is never used. Whether it is a pair of sweatpants or a nice suit, items can be donated to a thrift shop or homeless shelter to benefit someone else. Other items that can be donated include household goods like appliances or cookware, and furniture.

Be sure all donated items are in good condition. For questions about what can and cannot be donated, refer to donation guidelines online or call the organization’s store.

Donate blood Save or sustain a life by donating blood. According to the American Red

Visit lonely people

Cross someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds. Donating

The holidays are a rough time for families without loved ones nearby.

blood during this season is an easy way to give back. Every donation helps

Remember to spend time with people who might feel alone. Bring festive

health organizations avoid shortages during the winter months.

baked goods to a hospital or assisted living facility, and spread holiday cheer with classic carols.

Create a care package Soldiers stationed across the world from family festivities might enjoy

Pay it forward

unwrapping a box of assorted items this year. Nonperishable items or

Buy a coffee for the next person in line, leave a generous tip for a server or

homemade goods can bring comfort to those who feel homesick. Top it off

take someone out for lunch. A small act of kindness can have a domino effect,

with a handwritten letter and some photos.

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Parade of Lights

Downtown Cortez 6 p.m.

The annual holiday parade features fire engines, a float competition, candy and more organized and sponsored by Four Corners Board of Realtors.

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Dolores Christmas Bazaar

Dolores Community Center 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

This is the best seasonal craft fair in the region filled with unique products and handmade goods from the artists in the region. There will 56 vendors, and a visit from Santa at 11 a.m.

Essence of Healing Open House

3-6 p.m.

Enjoy hot apple cider, finger foods and desserts at this event in Mancos.

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Handmade goods and local artists gather to display and sell items for the holidays.

Art Walk Christmas Party Downtown Mancos

Holiday Movie Viewing

Mancos Community Center 7 p.m.

Luminaria Night

Four Seasons Garden & Nursery 5-9 p.m.

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Holiday Maker Fair

Mancos Public Library 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Visit the library for a fun make-and-take craft workshop.

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Christmas at the Galloping Goose #5 Train Station 4-7 p.m.

Join the community in celebrating the holiday season with a visit from Santa, live music, treat bags for kids, the tree lighting and bonfire.

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Holiday Bazaar

0 1 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday & 0 2 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday

St. Margaret Mary Church

Browse crafts, baked goods, wreaths, stocking stuffers and other gifts while enjoying live music at St. Margaret Mary Church in Cortez. Tacos and soup will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and there will be door prizes available. Proceeds benefit Catholic Daughters and Jr. Catholic Daughters.

Run Run Rudolph

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Colorado Ranch and Home

For a $5 donation, attendees can sign up at 145 Grand Ave. for this 1-mile fun run and 5k in downtown Mancos. Bring a headlamp or flashlight, and follow it up with the tree-lighting ceremony and visit from Santa in Pioneer Square at 6 p.m.

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Historical Society Christmas Open House

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Mancos Historical Museum 3:30-5 p.m.

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Mount Lookout Grange 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Join Mancos Chamber of Commerce for a community celebration with food and drinks.

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Mesa Verde Holiday Open House

Mesa Verde National Park 4-9 p.m.

Mancos Valley Chorus

Join the Mesa Verde National Park in a holiday celebration featuring musical entertainment, activities for children and refreshments. Luminarias glow along the pathways into cliff dwellings. Dress to stay warm and bring a flashlight. The event is free for the public.

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Dolores River Brewery 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Enjoy an evening event featuring an art unveiling, caroling, food and wagon rides in multiple locations.

Enjoy the magical glow from one thousand luminarias at Four Seasons Garden & Nursery.

This event features live music, cookies and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

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Holiday Craft Bazaar

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Warm up and watch Polar Express alongside family, friends and neighbors.

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Under the director, Kriss Larsen, Mancos Valley Chorus members will delight audiences with their holiday performances.

Dec. 2, 3:30 p.m. · Mancos United Methodist Church Dec. 7, 7 p.m. · Mancos United Methodist Church Dec. 4, 7 p.m. · Montezuma-Cortez High School Dec. 8, 3:30 p.m. · Mancos United Methodist Church Wreath Workshops Create the perfect decoration for any holiday occasion with Four Seasons Garden & Nursery.

Luminaria Night

There will be four workshops, each focused on making holiday-inspired décor. The classes

Anasazi Heritage Center 5-8 p.m.

cover candy cane wreaths, Scandinavian star wreaths, mini Christmas trees and candle

Enjoy stargazing, refreshments, music and entertainment during this event.

centerpieces. Register online or call (970)-565-8274. The cost is $35 per person.

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Parade of LIGHTS

Wishing all our caring employees and our community a happy thanksgiving. We are truly grateful for your continued support.

Clever and creative holiday displays will take over town tonight at 6 p.m. The annual Parade of Lights, organized and presented

by Four Corners Board of Realtors, will kick off the holiday season with dozens of businesses, nonprofits and other organizations participating in the parade.

Terry McCabe, broker and associate for Century 21 West Slope Realty and parade chairwoman said the theme this year is “Rustlin’ and Wranglin’ Christmas Cheer.”

“We try to pick a theme and poster design that is centered on our Grand Marshal,” McCabe said. “The Grand Marshal is Southwest Livestock Association and Southwest Cowbelles. They were chosen for their contribution to our communities and our rural lifestyle.”

The Grand Marshals will lead the businesses competing for three placement prizes in three different categories: Commercial, Nonprofit and Other (which includes schools, churches, clubs and individuals.) Entries will be judged on Music and Lights, Creativity, Theme Development and Workmanship. First place in each category wins $200. Second place wins $150 and third place wins $100.

As an act of gratitude for our hard-working employees, SHS gifted each team member with a turkey to share with their families this thanksgiving. Unclaimed turkeys were gladly donated to the Bridge shelter for those struggling during the holiday season.

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Christmas for Kids is an annual community project involving several regional businesses and many individual volunteers. The program has helped low-income families provide Christmas gifts for hundreds of children since 2011.

The Pinon Project Family Resource Center’s Youth Empowerment Project will organize the event by taking donations, connecting sponsors with families and wrapping presents. Youth Mentoring Case Manager at Pinon Project, Caina MillerWilson said she has seen significant growth in the program from year to year.

When the program began in 2011, it served 193 children. Last year, the project served 603 children ages 17 and under.

“We are anticipating our number served for 2018 to be close to 700 this year,” Miller-Wilson said. “Some of our sponsors don’t feel they have the time to shop, so they will donate money and have us shop for the needed items to fulfill wish lists. Other offices or organizations will take on a family with anywhere from one to ten children. They will shop, buy and wrap the gifts for that family.”

Miller-Wilson said that other businesses that The Pinon Project partners with like City Market set up an Angel Tree, so individuals can help make a difference too. To get involved in the project, people can pick an angel from the trees at participating businesses or purchase items like wrapping supplies for the Christmas for Kids project.

“A lot of times we find that kids aren’t asking for extravagant things,” Miller-Wilson said. “There might be one or two things out of the average person’s reach, but most kids ask for warm blankets, winter clothing, shoes and snow boots – things that are more necessities rather than wants.”

For more information, call the Youth Empowerment Project at (970) 564-3801.

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