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Drop in the bucket EPA releases first Superfund action plan, but will it make a difference? by Tracy Chamberlin
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Singing in the rain as part of Local First’s ‘Let the Love Rain’ campaign photos by Jennaye Derge
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Merely Players’ relocated Shakespeare takes to FLC Theatre this weekend by Stew Mosberg
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The 416 Fire may be easing, but for the numerous locals whose jobs, businesses and living conditions were affected, the struggle is real. Fortunately, local nonprofits, community leaders and others are stepping in to help ease the pain. With the Community Foundation Serving Southwest Colorado leading the charge, a Southwest Colorado Disaster Relief Fund has been set up to help those affected by the 416 Fire. The goal is to raise $500,000, and as of Tuesday $145,000 had been raised, according to Community Foundation Director Briggen Wrinkle. “The response has been incredible,” she said. “We are at 30 percent of our goal to help 7501,000 people directly impacted by the 416 Fire.” The fund will help people with immediate expenses such as food, transportation and shelter. Those interested in applying for the funds can fill out an application at swcoda.org. According to Wrinkle, the first priority is to help full-time hourly workers who lost their job and/or were evacuated. She said more than 1,000 applications are expected, and the first distribution will be made Fri., June 29. Further distributions will be made based on priorities and funds. To donate, send a check to The Community Foundation, P.O. Box 1673, Durango, 81302 or donate at www.swcommunityfoundation.org. Other efforts around town include: • First Southwest Community Bank is offering low-interest microloans for area businesses impacted by the fire. The so-called #Southweststrong loans are available to small businesses (15 employees or less) that have been in business for at least two years and whose primary revenue stream was impacted or disrupted by the fires. Businesses may borrow between $1,500- $5,000, and closing fees will be waived. For more info., call 970-422-5054 or email kent.curtis@fswb.com. • LPEA has set up a “giving tree” in its office to help fire-affected residents with their electrical bills. Visitors to LPEA headquarters in Bodo can pick an “ornament” off the tree associated with an account and then make a donation in any amount to help with the customer’s bill. “Any amount is valued,” LPEA’s Julie McIntyre said. “Being on the front lines every day, ... we’re concerned it’s going to be tough for some people over the coming months.” In addition to the tree, LPEA members can make arrangements to help specific individuals or businesses with their bills as well. For info., call LPEA at 970-247-5786 or visit www.lpea.coop. • Ska Brewing will host “Save the San Juans” on Sat., June 23, with $1 from pint sales going to the Southwest Disaster Relief Fund. More than 25 breweries across the state have also joined the effort. In addition, through Saturday, $1 from every Oskar Blues pint as well as sales of CANundrum 12-packs at Oskar Blues breweries in Longmont or Boulder will also support the fund. New Belgium Brewing will also be matching tips and donations in its Fort Collins tasting room through the end of June. For a list of companies participating in “Save the San Juans Saturday,” igo to radcraftbeer.com/ savethesanjuanssaturday.
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LaVidaLocal Tacky tours With the recent threat of dramatically increased national park entrance fees, and with most of the targeted parks located in the West, you might think it’s time to consider a few alternative travel itineraries for your summer vacation. After all, peak season was being defined by the National Park Service as the “busiest contiguous five-month periods of visitation,” which roughly translates into exactly when you have the opportunity to visit them. Harshly criticized, the proposed fee structure prompted administrators to rethink their plan, requiring only modest increases this year at all 117 parks where fees are charged. Many taxpayers believe Congress needs to step up and properly fund the parks it created, but expecting another dysfunctional federal budget to resolve decades of neglect is like Scrooge seeing Teddy Roosevelt’s ghost-of-national-parks-past dressed in a Santa Claus suit, rattling a set of logging chains in the House of Representatives. Let me assure you, America’s Southwest is filled with kitschy caches of cryptic consumerism, ones that Park Service personnel wouldn’t ever dream of mentioning in public. And for good reason. Your children will love these locations, because they are more cooland wow-inspired than a bunch of breath-taking scenic vistas comprised of hazardous cliff edges, unstable rocks and indigenous (sometimes poisonous) plants. Have you ever seen an actual piece of petrified sloth dung? It might not be your first choice, but it’s less expensive than getting into the Grand Canyon and it’s on display at the Sonoran Desert Museum in Tucson, a turd protected behind a piece of plexiglass so your children won’t be able to play with it, all encapsulated within a simulated cave experience that comes with only the ticket price. Only 11 miles away is a 20-foot-tall concrete wine bottle standing beside the Boondocks Lounge. Maybe the kids could climb on it while you go inside, purchase some liquid refreshment and find an unregulated campsite out in the boondocks. Here’s another idea if you’re touring Arizona. Joanne’s Gum Gallery Museum near downtown Quartzite displays over 4,000 pieces of gum that have been put aside by Joanne Brunet herself since she was a little girl in the early 1940s. The gum would easily be a world-class attraction had the specimens been masticated and modeled into miniature portrait replicas of infamous people, then stuck to a bedpost, but alas, they are all displayed with their original packaging. Still, it’s a time capsule of sorts, and the admission is free. New Mexico has a reputation for its military testing grounds, aliens and nuclear
bombs, but the town of Mesilla contains a reputedly classy dining experience at the Stabbed Lovers Haunted Restaurant. As the story goes, two teen-aged lovers, a servant girl and the son of a wealthy family, were discovered in compromising positions. The young boy’s mother then stabbed the girl with sewing shears but during the tussle she managed to skewer her son too. Both “ghost chairs,” where the tragic spirits reportedly sit, are off limits. Don’t even think about sitting there. Home to four of the 17 popular national parks where fees nearly skyrocketed, Utah still has room for more than a few unusual escapes. The cliff where Thelma and Louise took the plunge in Dead Horse Point State Park near Moab is there, as well as an early 1900s bank built entirely from 80,000 bricks sent to Vernal, Utah, by mail (not even postage due). But the gem has to be the mounted dog head at the Shooting Star Saloon in Huntsville. “Buck” – a Guinness Book Record for the “World’s Largest St. Bernard” – weighed in at 298 pounds. The preserved head (possibly drooling, possibly not) hangs on the wall above a special booth in Utah’s oldest saloon. The saloon’s burgers were once written up in USA Today as the third best in America, but in that particular booth they’ll always be under a Buck. If time is as scarce as money, perhaps the Four Corners Monument, situated on tribal land and not under park service jurisdiction, will appeal to you. For just a few dollars at the gate, an entire family can buy souvenirs while playing hopscotch in the crosshairs of Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona and Utah, the only spot in America where visiting four states at virtually the same moment is possible, a kind of transporter beam experience, especially useful when the sun’s hot and you’ve lost the urge to energize. For a change, it would be nice to hear of an unwavering commitment to the national parks from our elected officials without having to rely on a backup plan. While we wait for the impossible, why not purchase an annual pass for $80 which gives you access to every national park. Think of it as contributing to the restoration of America’s public lands and improving their aging infrastructure – roads, bridges, campgrounds, waterlines, bathrooms and other visitor services. The task must be an enormous undertaking. And just in case enormous generates the kind of electric excitement your family craves, the world’s largest nose can be found in Artvin, Turkey. It comes attached to Mehmet Ozyurek who was born in 1949, and believe it or not, he’s still alive. It measures 4.5 inches. You can bet your last vacation dollar it will cost more than an $80 annual park pass to see that unnatural wonder.
This Week’s Sign of the Downfall:
Thumbin’It The well-timed arrival of Hurricane Bud, putting a damper on the fire and allowing for the return home of evacuees as well as the reopening of trails and open space for recreation-starved locals
Gov. Hickenlooper announcing beefedup Advanced Clean Car Standards for Colorado in response to Trump’s expected rollback of federal fuel-efficiency rules Durango School District 9-R increasing its budget for 2018-19 to help meet students’ social and emotional needs as well as provide a living wage to all support staff members
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The theft of a field-grooming ATV owned by Durango Youth Baseball from the La Plata County Fairgrounds
The contradictory and garbled message coming from the White House on the child-separation immigration policy, with some Republican leaders having the gall to blame the current situation on Obama, who left office 2½ years ago
A less-than-encouraging forecast, with no rain in sight for the next 10 days and the possibility that the 416 Fire, or another one, could rear its ugly head again
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End Times Our government is separating parents from their children and putting them in cages. We’re creating a “separate but equal” space force. We’re arming our teachers with miniature baseball bats and our children with rocks to combat active shooters armed with machine guns. Jeff Sessions is quoting scripture with that evil giggle of his. Our leader wants to be a dictator when he grows up just like his BFF Kim Jong-un. We’re seeing record temperatures from coast to coast, but coal is the answer. And last I checked, Colorado was on fire. There. That’s your sign.
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ReTooned/by Shan Wells
Walsworth will get it done right To the editor, I met Tim Walsworth while serving on the board of the United Way of Southwest Colorado many years ago. While on the board, Tim reinforced the importance of financial integrity and transparency for every penny that someone donates to the organization. With his leadership and management expertise, anyone who donates to the United Way of Southwest Colorado could be assured their donations were being used in a responsible way with vigorous oversight. His competency in accounting, auditing and tight control of public funds add up to fiscal responsibility. Problems in the Treasurer’s Office such as a high turnover rate have cost local taxpayers. Although I do appreciate the current treasurer owning up to her shortcomings (see Durango Herald March 3, 2017: “Work piles up as county treasurer’s office faces staff, procedural problems”), why pay for more audit fees and make excuses for errors when it can get done right the first time? Tim’s proven expertise to maintain and account for complex financial funds make him a stellar candidate for treasurer. Vote Tim Walsworth for La Plata County Treasurer in June’s primary. – Sara Carver, Durango
Coming clean on cause of 416 Fire To the editor, You don’t need to be a fire expert to uncover the culprit of the 416 Fire in Durango. All clues point to the train: videos, witness accounts and the map of the fire on June 1, which shows the initial burn starting right at the train track. Yet authorities have not named the cause of the fire and are “still investigating.” Is it a cover up?
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embers from the chimney, which regularly start fires. So much so that each train is followed by a cart with a water tank to extinguish the train’s fires. So the use of coal engines to operate the train in an extreme drought and 4
heat ― when a fire ban is in effect ― is purely and simply reckless. As a community we need to take future measures so that such disaster never happens again. One measure is simple: forbid the use of coal engines during droughts, replacing them with diesel engines, which are safer. No one in this town wants to see the train go away as it is an engine ― pun intended ― of our tourist economy. But this fire ― and potentially future fires if we don’t take drastic prevention measures ― will further devastate our lands and bankrupt our economy. Who will come to Durango to ride/hike trails in a charred forest? Who is going to ride the train if the Animas Valley is a spectacle of burnt desolation? The economic cost of wildfires is astronomical and far reaching. In a study by the BLM (“The True Cost of Wildfire in the Western U.S.,” at https://www.blm.gov/or/ districts/roseburg/plans/collab_forestry/files/TrueCostOfWilfire.pdf) explains that wildfires have direct costs (the obvious cost of fire suppression/firefighting, but also the cost of burned property, damaged infrastructure such as roads or powerlines, aid to evacuated residents, loss of timber resources), and indirect costs (loss of tax revenue, business revenue, property value, crop and timber harvesting loss). Indirect costs are also called “impact” costs (mostly economic) and can extend years after the fire is out. But there are also additional long-term costs, which include extensive loss of aesthetic and scenic beauty, loss of wildlife and ecosystems, and long-term effects on people’s health, some of which are difficult to quantify. The Missionary Ridge Fire of 2002 burned for 39 days, ravaging about 73,000 acres, destroying 46 houses and cabins, and killing one person. According to the BLM study, direct fire suppression costs of the Missionary Ridge Fire amounted to $37.7 million and other direct costs to $52.6 million. Rehabilitation costs were at $8.6 million, indirect costs at $50.5 million, and additional costs at $3.4 million. In all, the Missionary Ridge Fire total cost was $152.8 million. The cost of the 416 Fire will be staggering. So, as a community we need to find out what really happened
(and be transparent) and make sure that this never happens again. For now, the whole community is bracing itself and hopes to minimize its losses. We all thank the firefighters for the tremendous work they are doing to keep us safe and contain the fire. Pray for rain. – Cecile Patrick, Durango
Tim will be an excellent treasurer To the editor, My wife and I are business owners in downtown Durango, and we work with the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) on a regular basis. BID helps my business, as well as all businesses downtown and in the North Main District. I have come to know Walsworth, BID’s executive director, over the past year. While all BID businesses will miss Tim if he becomes the La Plata County Treasurer, our business and many others wish him well in his campaign and will be voting for him. We have seen Tim’s leadership style, management skills and love for our community first hand and are confident that he will make an excellent treasurer. Tim also has the necessary financial expertise to be our next treasurer. He regularly tracks and analyzes economic indicators for downtown and North Main businesses, including sales tax, vacancy rates, parking availability, train ridership, enplanements and deplanements at the airport, and trolley ridership. He combines these statistics to show the overall economic health of businesses in the heart of our town and makes informed decisions in allocating BID’s resources based upon the current and projected economic outlook and needs of the city and BID, in particular. Please join us in voting for Tim Walsworth for La Plata County Treasurer. – Wade and Antoinette Whidden, Durango
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To the editor, I am writing in support of Tim Walsworth for county treasurer. I initially met Tim 14 years ago through his excellent work as CEO of United Way of Southwest Colorado. I have since gotten to know him personally. Tim is as organized as they come and works long hours with great attention to detail. His skills at working with others are outstanding. He has an excellent track record with employees and he has successfully worked for multiple boards of directors. Although I knew that Tim was asked to run by multiple people, I could not take his claims of issues in the current Treasurer’s Office at face value without investigating for myself. I listened to some of the public recordings of county meetings and read audit reports that support these claims and now I fully understand why he is running. I urge you to give him careful consideration and support him in the primary if you are registered as a Democrat or as an independent. He is just the type of hardworking and honest person we need in office. – Debbie Kurz, Durango
Aichele’s response doesn’t add up To the editor, In regard to the upcoming primary election for La Plata County Treasurer, I would like to make the important distinction between speaking “negatively” of an elected official versus holding one accountable for their job performance. In today’s insidious political climate, facts do matter. And the facts are that the Treasurer’s Office, under Allison Aichele’s leadership, has had some serious problems. As reported in the Durango Herald last year, the Treasurer’s Office was found to be out of compliance with numerous state statutes. This occurred two years into Ms.
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SoapBox from p. 7 Aichele’s term. As a result, an accounting firm was hired to conduct a review on the Treasurer’s Office’s procedures and books. According to this review, the accounting firm found a 10 percent error rate on Aichele’s books, a higher than average rate according to the firm conducting the review. Additionally, many internal control deficiencies were found. Due to these errors found in the Treasurer’s Office, a “material weakness finding” was added to the La Plata County’s overall audit (see La Plata County commissioners meeting minutes from Sept. 12, 2017). As a result of this material weakness finding, the county has been reclassified as a “higher risk auditee,” which equates to additional auditing procedures requirements, and thus additional costs to the county and taxpayers. The county will now carry this “higher risk” classification for two years. These additional expenses as a result of bad bookkeeping are disappointing. Perhaps equally disappointing is the fact that when I emailed Aichele about this issue, she responded that in regard to the material weakness finding: “All Colorado county treasurers, including my predecessor, and to include my successor, will have this same ‘weakness.’ It is inherent to the job.” But according to the meeting minutes referenced above, Finance Director Diane Sorensen remarked that in the 12 years she has worked for La Plata County, no material weakness finding has ever been reported in the countywide audits. This does not square with what I was told by Aichele. I expect more from my local elected officials when it comes to honesty and straightforwardness. For all of these reasons, I will be casting my vote for Tim Walsworth for county treasurer in the June primaries. I encourage all residents to look into this matter themselves, and I hope you will consider voting for Tim as well. – Kathleen O’Connor, Durango
To the editor, During his 10 years as director of United Way, Tim Walsworth read and reviewed hundreds of audits and financial statements. Through this laborious process, he developed policies and procedures to achieve strong financial practices. Tim and the United Way Board of Directors chose to undergo an audit every year he was director. Presently, Tim is employed by the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) in a leadership role. BID is required to submit an annual budget and work plan to the City of Durango, as well as year-end financial statements to the City of Durango auditors and the Department of Local Affair (DOLA). In the past 15 years of reviews and audited financial practices, Tim’s leadership has resulted in no major findings of concern. Contrast that to the present La Plata County Treasurer: 10 percent error rate on transactions, found as a result of a special review requested by the county commissioners (cost to taxpayers $15,000); a “material weakness” finding in the La Plata County audit of 2016, which resulted in the County being labeled a “higher risk auditee” (cost to taxpayers an additional $24,000 for each of the following two years, 2017 and 2018 = $48,000). Who is better equipped to be La Plata County Treasurer? Does experience really outweigh expertise? Please join me in casting your primary ballot for Tim Walsworth. – Carol Simmons, Durango
Tipton: stop Obama blame game To the editor, As the daughter of an evangelical minister, I was taught to love my neighbor, to provide food and shelter to those in need, to welcome the stranger and to uphold the bonds between parents and children. I was taught that just because it’s the law or government policy,
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doesn’t mean it’s right. Slavery was legal but immoral. Two months ago, President Trump announced his “zero tolerance” immigration policy, and his administration enthusiastically enforced this new policy of separating families who illegally enter the USA. In the past six weeks, nearly 2,000 children have been separated from their parents. Numerous religious groups condemned Trump’s “zero tolerance” policy, including the Southern Baptist Convention, U.S. Conference on Catholic Bishops and African Methodist Episcopal Church, among others. Religious leaders use the terms “immoral,” “sinful,” “disgraceful” and “unconscionable” to denounce the practice. At a June 15 public meeting, I shared with Congressmen Tipton my concerns about children being separated from their parents at the border. I asked what he planned to do about this morally reprehensible practice. He replied, “It’s Obama’s fault.” I countered that I was not interested in blame but rather what he planned to do. Again, he stuck with the party line “This is Obama’s doing” and then walked away. Scott, you are trying to deceive me. The Trump Administration established this policy and you won’t work to keep families together. Instead, you blame others. When something is wrong, change it. Tipton is wrong for District 3, vote him out this November. – Barbara Noseworthy, Durango
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Missing in action Top polluters not addressed in EPA plan by Tracy Chamberlin
Mogul, Red and Bonita, American Tunnel and infamous Gold King. Located in the Gladstone area he worst is yet to come. With the top pol- north of Silverton, they account for most of the luting mines missing from the Environmen- metal load in the Upper Animas watershed. tal Protection Agency’s recently released “For the kind of money the EPA is proposing to plan of action, it seems the real troublemakers at spend … they could bring the already-existent treatthe Superfund site outside Silverton will have to ment facility at Gladstone to full capacity and treat wait. the mine water from all the big four, not just the The proposed plan, Gold King – and do so for which is open for public a decade to come,” he comment through July added. “This would have 16, would cost about $10 an almost immediate and What: Public meeting on the EPA’s proposed million and address 26 measurable reduction in plan for the Bonita Peak Mining District smaller projects that the metals impacting our When: 6-7:30 p.m., Thurs., June 21 EPA considers “protective beloved Animas.” Where: Silverton Town Hall of human health and enAddressing those top More info.: The plan is available online at vironment in the short four polluters was one of www.epa.gov/superfund/bonita-peak or at sevterm,” according to the the goals from a Citizen’s eral area libraries, including the Durango Public plan. Final remedies and Superfund Workgroup Library. Comments can be emailed to peterplans for larger, more created in 2017 to help son.cynthia@epa.gov or mailed to Cynthia Pecomplex sources of mine residents affected by the terson, U.S. EPA, Region 8, 1595 Wynkoop waste will come later. Gold King Mine spill and Street (8OC-PAI); Denver, CO 80202. The pubEPA officials are hostBonita Peak Superfund lic comment period is open until July 16. ing a public meeting on site stay involved after the the plan from 6-7:30 p.m. EPA took over. The group Thurs., June 21, at the Silverton Town Hall. felt water quality could be at least what it was “While we’re generally supportive of these when the treatment plant was in operation from smaller, interim actions – especially where there 1999-2003 in the Gladstone area along Cement are human health concerns – they are unlikely Creek. 4 to produce much in the way of meaningful metals reduction in the river,” Ty Churchwell, San 4 Run-off from the Red and Bonita Mine, picJuan Mountains Coordinator for Trout Unlim- tured right, is one of the four biggest polluters ited, explained in an email. in the Bonita Peak Mining District Superfund He said they’re still reviewing the EPA’s plan, site. The others are the American Tunnel and but four of the mines not addressed in these initial Mogul and Gold King mines. Until these four plans are at the heart of mining-related, water mines are addressed, metal-loading in the quality problems in the Animas River. Upper Animas watershed likely won’t see any Known as the big four, these mines include the significant reductions./File Photo
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ing a rainstorm. The EPA calls these “contaminant migration issues.” They include: • Mine portal and mining-influenced water discharges • Mining-related source/stormwater interactions • Mine portal pond sediment • In-stream mine waste • Mining-impacted recreation staging areas The cost for each type of contaminant migration issue ranges from $624,000 to $3.38 million. In total, the estimated cost for all 26 projects is about $10 million. And, what would residents get for that $10 million? The likely answer is murky. The EPA doesn’t try to quantify results, so it’s not known if any of the actions are going to reduce even a fraction of the mine waste and metals flowing into Cement and Mineral creeks, or the Upper Animas. The agency admits as much in a 16page summary of the proposed plan (which is detailed in a 618-page Focused Feasibility Study). “None of the alternatives provide reduction of toxicity, mobility or volume through treatment because no treatment is used,” the summary reads. It’s supposed to be just the beginning. Butler said he believes the EPA will eventually tackle the big four. “I’m very confident that they will come up with a plan to address Gladstone,” he added. Until those mines are addressed, however, it’s likely little will be accomplished – even for $10 million. n
Stuck in the mud It’s time for the slime to hit the road. The Environmental Protection Agency announced sludge storage is full at a temporary treatment plant processing mine waste from the Gold King Mine outside Silverton. The wastewater, which continues to leak from the Gold King, is combined with lime and other polymers, and then pumped into gigantic bags (pictured above) designed to allow the water to slowly leach out while leaving the metals and other materials behind. What’s left in the end is a burnt orange sludge. Finally, the bags are ripped open and the sludge is laid out to dry. But, they’ve run out of room at the treatment plant site. So, the plan is to truck the sludge to the Kittimac Tailings area just outside Howardsville.
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Also happening in Silverton … What: Second annual Silverton Innovation Expo When: Aug. 28-30 Where: Exhibit Hall at Mountain Studies Institute in Silverton For info.: www.mountainstudies.org/expo. The Expo includes tours, educational events, demos, a keynote address by the EPA’s Region 8 Director, and more.
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Merely undaunted Despite change in venue, summer Shakespeare show will go on by Stew Mosberg
zon. When mischievous fairies intervene, love goes astray. As with other ord, what fools these morShakespearean fare, this one also has a tals be!” proclaims Puck, play within a play, with multiple stoaka Robin Goodfellow, in ries. The trials and tribulations include Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s two sets of lovers camping in a mystiDream.” cal forest and a ragtag group that atMore than 400 years after the Bard tempts to put on a play for the wrote those words mocking the wedding of the Duke. foibles of humankind, they ring truer As often as not, Merely Players than ever. They also highlight why casts its actors in several roles for the William Shakespeare remains one of same play, and the eight actors in this the most important playwrights in production take on a total of 23 parts. history. His metaphors and storylines Accomplished actor Gray portrays conjure not only modern political inthree: Titania, Hippolyta and Snug. trigue, complex alliances and love tri“The most challenging aspect of angles, but fantasy and humor. my roles is the immediacy in changStarting this Friday, Merely Players ing from one persona to the next, will pay homage to the master with clearly and decisively,” she admitted. perhaps one of his most beloved “There is one scene where I am all comedies, “A Midsummer Night’s three of my characters! Creating difDream.” And, in keeping with anferent personalities, body language other time-honored theatrical ritual, and voices for each has been a fun despite a last-minute change-up, the stretch.” show will go on. Vetter, the only cast member who Originally slated to take place has not worked with Merely Players, under the stars at James Ranch, remarked that her role allowed her Merely Players was forced to make a to try her hand at some more inhasty change of venue as a result of tense physical comedy and clownthe 416 Fire. Fortunately, Fort Lewis ing, which has certainly challenged College stepped up, and the play will her stamina. “But I think the greatnow be held at school’s Mainstage est challenge has been trying to Theatre. keep a straight face while onstage “We have to keep trucking along, Landon Newton, left, as Oberon, and Misha Fristensky, right, as Puck, rehearse a scene with these debaucherous (sic) goofand I’m happy to replace the morbid Monday night for Merely Players’ rendition of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The play balls,” she said. fascination of the fire with a couple of opens this Friday on FLC’s Mainstage Theatre./Photo by Jennaye Derge Amanda Arcamano (Helena, Peasehours of unbridled escapism,” actor blossom and an attendant) was last Austin Hohnke, said. “I think we have seen in Durango in 2014’s “The WizJustthefacts a lot to offer this community and despite the circumard of Oz.” She acknowledged that finding comedy in stances, I’m grateful to be here when the community What: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” her role as Helena, who is primarily grounded in heartneeds heart and encouragement. This crew is certainly Where: FLC Main Stage Theatre break and unrequited love, was “a bit of a switch” for her. bringing the love.” When: 7 p.m. June 22-24, 26-30 “In all of (Shakespeare’s) plays, he manages to cut Although the show will not be performed “under Tickets: Community Concert Hall, 970-247-7657: right to the very center of the human experience,” she the stars” as originally scheduled, the production is Durango Welcome Center, 801 Main Ave.; or durangosaid. “I feel that he writes the way people dream, no star-studded with an outstanding ensemble cast. All, concerts.com matter what Shakespeare’s characters are feeling, they with the exception of actress Erika Vetter, are Merely *After the show on Sat., June 23, there will be a describe the emotion or event exactly how it is. And as Players’ alumni. “Meet the Actors Soiree.” The $20 ticket price includes for this production specifically, it’s one of the most fun Rather than conduct auditions, Director Mona dessert, a glass of wine or other beverage, and a and laughter-filled plays I’ve ever worked on!” Wood Paterson put out a call to the comprehensive list chance to visit with the actors Adam Fontana (Lysander, Tom Snout and Cobweb) of talented thespians she has worked with in the past. concurs with his cast-mates on the challenges and joys “Once they committed, I cast the show simply because In the scheme of things, “A Midsummer Night’s of the play. “To be back in our hometown, performing I know them so well and I know which parts they’d be Dream” is one of the Bard’s early plays (c.1595), yet still a beloved show with some of the most beloved people wonderful at,” she said. performed internationally on a regular basis. And with in our lives, all with one of our greatest mentors and Most of the cast are now professionals and have ex- good reason. As a comedy, it riffs on marriage, mischie- collaborators; it’s truly a midsummer dream.” perience with Shakespearean plays. Elizabeth Gray, for vous fairies, love potions and magic. It also contains a In a nod to the firefighters and their valiant effort example, has studied at The Royal Academy of Dramatic heavy dose of hi-jinks, mayhem and charm. Subse- to keep Durango safe and homes intact, Wood PatterArts in London as well as Tisch School of the Arts in New quently, it is a challenging, high-energy undertaking son said firefighters will receive free admission to the York. Others have appeared locally in numerous Merely for actors and crew. play. In addition, evacuees (past and present, with Players’ productions including “Much Ado About NothThis plot surrounds the marriage of Theseus, the Duke proper documentation) will be given half-price tickets. ing,” “As You Like It” and “The Tempest.” of Athens, to Hippolyta, the former queen of the Ama- “You deserve some laughter,” Wood Patterson said. n
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Ristretto, a coffee odyssey by Ari LeVaux
steel version. The Moka pot is a type of stovetop espresso maker that uses steam pressure to force boiling water up through the coffee grinds. It screws apart into three pieces: a bottom of which is filled with water, the middle
maximizes the flavor and primes the air in the room with the flavor of the coffee you’re about to brew. Then I set out to learn what they are doing at my favorite shop. Nothing gets a barista talking faster than a $5 tip and some nerd questions about coffee. That’s how I learned about the ristretto pull. Ristretto translates to “restrained” in Italian, and refers to the fact that the amount of coffee in a ristretto shot is less than the amount in a normal shot but is made with the same amount of beans. While you get less espresso from the same amount of beans, the espresso is of higher quality. The idea of a ristretto shot is similar to the first cold pressing of olive oil, or the skimming of cream from milk. Imagine you spilled some chocolate chips onto the beach; if you scoop them up with big handfuls you will get a lot of sand, but if you use restrained handfuls you will only get chocolate chips and no sand. Put another way, a ristretto shot contains a higher proportion of good stuff, like sweet, roasted, nutty brown flavors, and a lower proportion of the bitter, grassy and sour flavors we typically dislike. I went home to my $34 stainless steel Amfocus Moka pot, aiming to make a ristretto-based Americano that rivaled that of my favorite shop, which uses a $21,000 Syneso. I began with an experiment to test the theoretical foundation of my approach. Photo by Vee Satayamas I made a pot like I always do, filling the lower chamber with about 400 ml of water. of which holds espresso grounds, and a top part that will When the finished coffee began spilling into the upper hold the finished coffee, after the water down below boils chamber of the pot, I began pouring it out into separate and steams its way through the grounds and up into the cups, sequentially. The first cup contained the first coffee upper chamber. A Moka pot is the next best thing to a to emerge, analogous to the ristretto. I poured four sepa“real” espresso machine, which forces the boiling water rate samples this way, with the final cup consisting of the down through the grounds and into the awaiting shot dregs, the last bit of finished coffee to be prepared from glasses. The fancy machines can generate greater pressure, those grinds. but I’m not convinced that helps. The first cup was pure gold. It was coffee elixir. It was (A real espresso machine can also steam milk, but I use the top of the mountain. And the second cup was nearly heavy cream, which is thick enough as it is, and doesn’t as good. But the third cup, not so much, and the forth even foam very well anyway, but it’s still better.) cup was awful. I did not want the second half of that pot I also purchased a burr grinder, which grinds the beans of coffee. between hard plates rather than by way of a dull spinSo now when I brew, I only add half the normal ning blade found in a typical coffee grinder. A burr amount of water to the lower chamber, which results in grinder produces a more even, controllable grind, and about half the amount of finished coffee in the upper can grind the beans much finer, which is crucial for chamber, which I dilute with water up to 8 or 10 ounces espresso. The beans should be freshly roasted (within the of perfect coffee. The only way to make it more perfect last three or so weeks) and ground right before use, which would be with cream.n
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he southwestern edge of Hawaii’s Big Island includes the Kona and Ka’u coasts, both of which boast coffee plantations carved into old lava fields. The climate in this region is perfect for coffee, and my suitcase brimmed with bags of local, freshly roasted coffee. Alas, not one of our AirBnb rentals stocked a decent coffee maker; even a French press. Each time I opened my suitcase in a new rental, I was tortured by the release of airborne coffee particles, while upon the kitchen counter sat the same worthless Mr. Coffee machine that had stalked us from place to place. Dante would have been impressed with my fate. I did not bear this injury without a fight, aka without wasting inordinate amounts of expensive coffee trying, and failing, to brew a decent cup. I adjusted the ratio of coffee grounds to water, adjusted the grind, but it never tasted nearly as good as it should have. I had the bailout option of going to a coffee shop with an espresso machine. The beans usually weren’t local, but I was able to get good coffee and be reminded of just how bad things were at the rental. I’m a sucker for the clear tones and dull, syrupy bitterness of espresso, which is made by forcing pressurized boiling water through finely ground coffee. Even when it’s made with a better machine, drinking drip coffee is like watching a mud wrestling match at a nudist colony: a lot going on; not exactly sure what to make of it. Espresso, meanwhile, is like pinching myself watching live opera. Obsessing over coffee in Hawaii sharpened my palate, which bore some unintended consequences when I returned home. It was like Hawaii all over again; I was making bad coffee with good beans. Except this time it was my own coffee maker, a Moka stovetop espresso maker, and with beans from a talented roaster. By this point, only one shop in town made espresso I could drink. I turned my nerd powers toward mimicking that flavor. I even purchased a bag of their beans, foregoing the superior beans of my guy for the sake of eliminating that important variable. I also tossed my old aluminum Moka pot, which I suspected of harboring bitter flavors, and bought a stainless
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Sturgill, More Music and Songs From the Road Sunday in Buckley Park. Legendary Jamaican reggae singers Big Youth and Robert Minot headline, along with a strong undercard that includes both national talent (Houston’s Idiginis and or the 45th year in a row, the tribes will gather in Town Park for Telluride Bluegrass, the pinnacle of festival season. All Denver’s Harry Mo) and local acts (Telluride’s Niceness, and our own Buster’s Ghost and Afrobeatniks, among others). There’s also the usual suspects will be on hand – jam bands like Yonder morning yoga and drum circles. The whole shindig kicks off at Mountain String Band, Leftover Salmon, Greensky Bluegrass and 8:45 a.m., with music starting at 10. KSUT will sell Ska beers and the Infamous Stringdusters, plus seasoned vets like the Del McGuy Drew wines and sangria to quench your thirst. Coury Band, Peter Rowan, Tim O’Brien and, of course, the King You don’t have to leave the area to catch bluegrass this week, of Telluride, Sam Bush. This year’s bill also features a handful of as Songs From the Road Band plays a free show in Monnewcomers, like string-breaking ace Billy Strings, known as the tezuma Park in Cortez from fastest picker in Nashville; 5-8 p.m. tonight (Thurs., the retro R&B & soul purveyJune 21) and a ticketed gig at ors in St. Paul & the Broken the Balcony Backstage at 9:30 Bones, and the new reigning p.m. Friday. Songs From The champion of alternative Road Band is the brainchild country music, Sturgill of former Steep Canyon Simpson. Rangers bassist Charley I’ll be there for the 22nd Humphrey, who left the year in a row. I always used to Grammy-winning supergroup wonder back in the late ’90s this past winter to focus fullwhen emcee Pastor Mustard time on SFTRB, which he’d would ask the crowd, who’s previously recorded three albeen to 10 Tellurides? 15? 20? bums of original material Now I know how the oldwith. timers felt back then. Friends The Community Concert have come and gone. Some Hall and Alpine Bank’s free lost interest; many moved Concerts @ The Park series away; still others died. Now continues with the instruI’m the scruffy graybeard in a mental jazz quintet Union crowd full of fit and energetic Five from 5:30-7:30 p.m. thirtysomethings. Legendary Jamaican reggae singer Big Youth headlines the More tonight. Rumor has it that if I keep coming back for Music Festival, which takes place Sunday in Buckley Park. the phrase “funkadelic acid two reasons: First, the trip New York” is repeated friends. Our Front-of-the-Line three times in front of the mirror, Union Five will appear in your Gang, which sleeps out in line each night to fetch front row tarp living room to musically punch your lights out. What great fun! space the next morning, started when Shelly and I put our sleepErik Nordstrom of Lawn Chair Kings and Farmington Hill ining bags next to a frenetic hippie named Scott Spencer. He and famy is starting a monthly celebration of music and community his wife, Sara, introduced us to Billy Bob & Peggy Sue Richard, a that will rotate between Mancos Brewery and Fenceline Cidery couple that is 20-some years older than us. Billy Bob had retired as a Canadian wildcatter and relocated to Telluride. We combined that he’s calling Erik & Friends. The inaugural event takes place from 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Fenceline featuring Glenn Smith. forces so that we could take turns sleeping in line. Two decades “Glenn writes excellent folk songs and plays guitar, fiddle and later, we’ve grown into one family. banjo,” the Nord told me. “He will delight folks of all ages with The second reason is the ever-changing lineup. At first glance, his modern twist of traditional music.” the schedule is littered with some of the same names we’ve seen El Moro Spirits & Tavern hosts another CRAFT food and from the beginning: Sam, Jerry, Béla, Tim, Edgar, Peter and Leftdrink pairing from 6-8 p.m. tonight, with chefs partnering with over. Others, like the Nickel Creek kids (Chris Thile, Sara & Sean Colterris Colorado Grand Valley wine and whiskey from Laws Watkins), Yonder, Greensky and the Dusters, practically grew up Whiskey House (Denver) and Peach Street Distillery (Palisade) for in front of us. But it’s the new stuff, particularly rising stars like an epicurean adventure. The event features six stations, each with Simpson, that piques my interest. He first showed up on the a creative El Moro food offering paired with wine or whiskey. The scene with “High Top Mountain” in 2013. It was a traditional menu includes crispy glazed pork belly with peach and green country affair, with his whiskey-smooth voice reminiscent of chile compote paired with Colterris rosé; wild Alaskan salmon Waylon Jennings. Just 11 months later, he truly burst out with tartar with fennel tzatiki and fennel pollen teamed with Colterris “Metamodern Sounds in Country Music,” a psychedelic country white; sugar steak Wellington with Palisade cherry demi glaze offering fueled by the single, “Turtles All the Way Down.” His and purple and green asparagus points served with Colterris red; third record, “A Sailor’s Guide to Earth,” added a horn section blackberry and balsamic chicken lollipops alongside a Whiskey and cemented his reputation as one of country’s new visionaries. Smash featuring Laws whiskey; boudin fritters with anise pickled This ain’t no bro country. It’s sophisticated stuff, transcending apples accompanied by a Laws whiskey Sazerac cocktail; and bapolitics, spirituality and affairs of the heart. nana zeppoles with a rum caramel paired with a Peach St. Sour. Since its inception, Telluride has booked artists similar to The best thing I’ve heard this week is the “Have Mercy EP” Simpson. Recent years have seen Margo Price, Kacey Musgraves, from psychedelic country singer Paul Cauthen. With a boomJason Isbell, Brandi Carlile and Zac Brown grace their stage. We ing baritone similar to Johnny Cash, he tackles Trumpian politics old-timers caught Lyle Lovett, Guy Glark, John Hiatt, Steve Earle in “Everybody’s Walkin’ This Land” to a Major Tom character reand Robert Earl Keen there. I’ve seen both Willie and Cash at Telsigning from his astronaut job to seek solace in a lonely bar in luride Bluegrass. The sign over the stage, after all, has always said “Resignation.” It’s trippy fodder, for sure. n “Telluride Bluegrass & Country Music Festival.” Bluegrass got you down? KSUT & Piedra Entertainment presYou can’t keep your head in the sand? Email me at chrisa@gobrain ent the inaugural More Music Festival, an all-day reggae affair storm.net.
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Thursday21 Durango Pride Festival, June 21-24, around Durango. 4calliancefordiversity.org/durango-pride-2018. Yoga Flow, 8 a.m., Pine River Library. Women’s Drop-in Tennis, 9 a.m., Durango High School courts. www.durangotennis.com.
Four Corners Beekeepers Association meets, 6:30 p.m., Florida Baptist Church, 30296 Highway 160 East. 247-0893 or www.4cornersbeekeepers.com. Powerhouse Pub Trivia, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Powerhouse Science Center, 1333 Camino del Rio. www.powsci.org. Loving Vincent performs, 7 p.m., Sunflower Theatre in Cortez. www.sunflowertheatre.org.
All Ages Summer Reading Program Sign-up & Party, 5:30 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield. Black Velvet performs, 6-9 p.m., Fox Fire Farms Winery. Disco Night, 6:30-9 p.m., Chapman Hill Skate Rink. www.durangogov.org.
Community Music Jam, all levels and ages, 7 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.
“A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” presented by Merely Players, opening night, 7 p.m., performance also runs June 23-24 and 26-30, Fort Lewis College Main Stage. 247-7657 or www.durangoconcerts.com.
Open Mic & Stand-Up Comedy, 8 p.m., El Rancho Tavern, 975 Main Ave.
Teen Game Night, 7-10 p.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.
Karaoke with Crazy Charlie, 8 p.m.-close, Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. 2nd Ave.
Open Mic Night, 7-11 p.m., Steaming Bean, 900 Main Ave. 403-1200.
Qi Gong/Tai Chi with Tyler VanGemert, 10-11 a.m., garden at White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W. 14th St. 259-2213.
Thursday Night Funk Jam, 9 p.m.-midnight, Moe’s, 937 Main Ave.
Glamazonia Drag Show & Dance, 8 p.m. -close, part of the Durango Pride Festival, Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive. www.durangopride.org.
Toddler Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m., Durango Public Library.
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Karaoke and dance with Mr. Soul, 8 p.m.-midnight, Blondies in Cortez.
Baby Meetup, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Columbine House at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 419 San Juan Dr. Little Readers Storytime, 10 a.m., Pine River Library. Office Hours with La Plata County Commissioner Julie Westendorff, 10 a.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.
Read to Rover, ages 5 and up, 1-2 p.m., Teen Time: Lip Sync Battle, for ages 12-17, 1-2 p.m., Durango Public Library. Drop-in Tennis, all ages welcome, 4 p.m., Durango High School courts. www.durangotennis.com. “Doc Swords,” PTSD Social Club for Veterans, 4-6 p.m., VFW, 1550 Main Ave. Farmers Market at Three Springs, 4-8 p.m., event runs each week, Three Springs Plaza. Pride Art Show Reception, 5-7 p.m., Pride Comedy Show, 8-10 p.m., part of the Durango Pride Festival, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. www.durangopride.org. Ska-B-Q featuring live music from Warsaw Poland Bros, 5-8 p.m., Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St.
Durango Early Bird Toastmasters, 7-8:30 a.m., LPEA headquarters, 45 Stewart St. 769-7615. Free yoga, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Lively Boutique, 809 Main Ave.
Full Circle performs, 8:30 p.m., Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village.
Zumba Gold, 9:30-10:15 a.m., La Plata Senior Center, 2424 Main Ave.
“Despicable Me 3” screening, part of Free Outdoor Movie Night, show begins at dusk, 8:30-9 p.m., Three Springs Plaza. 764-6000.
Caregiver Cafe, 10 a.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield. 884-2222. Open Art Studio, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287. 416 Cut-a-Thon, proceeds from haircuts and other services going to help those affected by the 416 Fire, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., event also runs 10 a.m.-5 p.m., June 23, Daisy’s Salon, 121 E. 10th St. 259-2121. Preschool Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m., Durango Public Library.
Kirk James performs, 5-8 p.m., Kennebec Café in Hesperus.
LEGO Club, 1-2 p.m., Durango Public Library. 3753380.
Sitting Meditation, 5:30-6:15 p.m., Durango Dharma Center, 1800 E. 3rd Ave. 764-8070 or durangodharmacenter.org.
Margarita Gose Release Party, 3 p.m., Durango Brewing Co., 3000 Main Ave.
Concerts @ The Park free summer concert series, Union Five performs, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Buckley Park. www.durangoconcerts.com. Bayfield Block Party, featuring Jelly Belly Boogie Band, dancing, food, vendor booths and more, 6-8 p.m., downtown Bayfield. 884-9544.
DJ Noonz, 8 p.m.-close, Moe’s, 937 Main Ave.
Kid’s Screen-Free Playtime, 3-5 p.m., White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W. 14th St. 259-2213. Magic Battle Time!, teens enjoy epic Magic Battles, 3:30 p.m., snacks provided, 4 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.
Saturday23 Durango Farmers Market, featuring music from Jeff Solon and booth for Clean Commute Week, 8 a.m.-noon, First National Bank parking lot, 259 W. 9th St. www.durangofarmersmarket.com. Open House at Escalante Village, featuring tours of property and tiny homes, 8 a.m.-noon, Escalante Village, 224 Baker Lane. Building Supplies Yard Sale, hosted by Home Builders Association and benefitting Habitat for Humanity, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Three Springs Plaza; Three Springs Neighborhood Yard Sale, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Three Springs neighborhood. 382-2215. Drop-in Tennis, all ages welcome, 9 a.m., Durango High School courts. www.durangotennis.com. Henry Stoy performs, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Jean-Pierre Café, 601 Main Ave. 570-650-5982. VFW Indoor Flea Market, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 1550 Main Ave. 247-0384.
The Black Velvet Duo performs, 6-8 p.m., Dalton Ranch Golf Club.
Pride Cocktail Reception, featuring live music from The Zia Chicks, part of the Durango Pride Festival, 5-7 p.m., Rochester Hotel Secret Garden, 726 E. 2nd Ave. wwwdurangopride.org.
Pride March, part of Durango Pride Festival, 2 p.m., meet at the train station, march runs along Main Avenue to Buckley Park. www.durangopride.org.
Kirtan, 6-8 p.m., Studio 10, Smiley Building, 1309 E. 3rd Ave.
Lacey Black performs, 5-8 p.m., Serious Texas BBQ South, 650 Camino del Rio. 259-9507.
Picker’s Circle, all levels welcome, 3-5 p.m., White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W. 14th St. 259-2213. 4
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Sunday24 Pride Brunch, part of Durango Pride Festival, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., El Moro, 945 Main Ave. www.durangopride.org. Henry Stoy performs, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Jean-Pierre Café, 601 Main Ave. 570-650-5982. Veterans River Float and Picnic, free BBQ and Mountain Waters Raft Trips for veterans and their families, 11 a.m.3 p.m., Santa Rita Park. Pride Animas River Float, part of the Durango Pride Festival, 2-4 p.m., meet at Mild to Wild Rafting, 50 Animas View Dr. www.durangopride.org. Adult Coloring & Afternoon Tea, 3-5 p.m., White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W. 14th St. 259-2213.
Walk and roll: Clean Commute Week returns What: Durango’s 9th annual Clean Commute Week When: Now thru Thurs., June 28 Where: All around Durango With the endless days of summer upon us, there’s no better time to get out of the car and into the saddle (or onto the sidewalk, Trolley or carpool.) For the next week, the City of Durango will help get things rolling with its annual Clean Commute Week, several days of activities and events. The goal is to show people that choosing a sustainable mode of transportation can be easy, cost effective and way more fun than sitting in traffic. Schedule of Clean Commute Week events follows: • Clean Commute Week booth at the Durango Farmers Market - Sat., June 23, 8 a.m.-noon. Pick up your Clean Commute Week passport for a chance to win prizes throughout the week and sign up for the Way to Go! Club. • Paul Wilbert Memorial Passeggiata - 4:30 p.m., Mon., June 25, Buckley Park. The passeggiata p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.
“Erik & Friends,” performance featuring Erik Nordstrom and special guest Glenn Smith, 5-7 p.m., Fenceline Cidery in Mancos.
Learn to Square Dance, with Wild West Squares, 78:30 p.m., Florida Grange, 656 Hwy 172. 903-6478.
Black Velvet Duo performs, 6-9 p.m., Cyprus Café, 725 E. 2nd Ave.
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(Italian for “leisurely promenade”) will depart Buckley for a slow ride along Main Avenue to end at Carver Brewing Co. for the Community Forum. • Engage with Your City! Community Forum – 5-7 p.m., Mon., June 25, Carver Brewing Co. Help guide the future of Durango. • Pedal vs. Metal Challenge – 12 noon-1 p.m., Tues., June 26, Tuesday, Transit Center. The Challenge pits bikes, motorcycles, cars and pedestrians against each other in a test to see who can run errands around town fastest. • Bike to Work Day – Wed., June 27, 7-9 a.m., Animas Chocolate Co., 920 Main Ave., and Mercy Regional Medical Center. Stop by either station for a free T-shirt, snacks, coffee, tea and to enter to win fabulous prizes. • Love Your Commute Celebration – 5-7 p.m., Thurs., June 28, Ska Brewing. Celebrate clean commuting, the winner of the Business Commuter Challenge and the Commuter of the Year. Week, noon-1 p.m., Transit Center, 250 W. 8th St. www.getarounddurango.com. ICL Knitters, 1-3 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 5639287. Baby Storytime, 2-2:30 p.m., Durango Public Library.
Yoga for All, 9 a.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield. Blue Moon Ramblers, 7 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.
Monday25 Yogalates, 9 a.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield. Play days for caregivers and children, 10 a.m., also Wed., Pine River Library in Bayfield.
Zumba Gold, 9:30-10:15 a.m., La Plata Senior Center, 2424 Main Ave. Kids Summer Reading Program: Instrument Craft Workshop, for ages 2-10 and their caregivers, 10 a.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield. Card Making, 10 a.m., Pine River Senior Center in Bayfield.
Gentle Yoga, 1 p.m., Durango Senior Center.
Farm Stand, 3-6:30 p.m., event runs each Tuesday and Friday, Twin Buttes Farm, Highway 160. Drop-in Tennis, all ages welcome, 4 p.m., Durango High School courts. www.durangotennis.com. Terry Rickard performs, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle, 699 Main Ave. Knit or Crochet with Kathy Graf, 6-7 p.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.
Storytime, 10 a.m., Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main Ave. 3rd annual Paul Wilbert Memorial Passeggiata, part of Clean Commute Week, 4:30 p.m., meet at Buckley Park, ride runs along Main Avenue; Engage with Your City! Community Forum, 5-7 p.m., Carver Brewing Co., 1022 Main Ave. www.getarounddurango.com. Sitting Meditation and Talk featuring local veterinarian and author Karlene Stange, 5:30-7 p.m., Durango Dharma Center, 1800 E. 3rd Ave. 764-8070 or durangodharmacenter.org. Classic Movie Monday, featuring “Ice Cold Alex,” 7
Free Children’s Performances, featuring Ann Lincoln’s show with comedy, magic and animal helpers, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., Durango Public Library. 375-3380. Storytime, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600. Teen Summer Reading Program, noon, Pine River Library in Bayfield. Pedal vs. Metal Challenge, part of Clean Commute
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AskRachel Interesting fact: Rule 34 reportedly originated with webcomic writer Peter Morley-Souter’s shock at discovering the existence of Calvin and Hobbes pornography. Dear Rachel, Telluride Bluegrass is this weekend, which means it’s just one more weekend in Colorado where I fail to understand the allure of bluegrass music. For years I thought it was just the nature of hearing banjos and mandolins and out-of-key whiney singers. But now I see a way out of the weeds – cross-genre bluegrass! Can’t we have punk-grass, or jazz-grass, or blues-grass to spice things up? Make it happen, please, Rachel. – Grassy Ass Dear Crabgrass, Are you familiar with Rule 34? It states, more or less, that if you can imagine it, it already exists as pornography on the internet. While the same is sadly less true for music – you can see for yourself where mankind’s boundless creative potential gets spent in our spare time and/or while at work – I guarantee that all these bluegrass mashups already exist. I would google examples for you, but I’m too scared to see my recommended results now that Rule 34 is in my search history. – My grass needs mowed, Rachel Dear Rachel, Can you please explain to me why women are so brutally cruel to other women? I feel like we should be supporting each other, because when one of us succeeds, we all succeed, blah blah blah and so on. But dear GOD, we are heartless
OntheTown from p. 19 Open Mic Night, 7 p.m., Blondies in Cortez. Trivia Night, 7-10 p.m., Durango Brewing Co., 3000 Main Ave. Open Mic Night, 8 p.m.-close, Moe’s, 937 Main Ave.
Wednesday27 Bike to Work Day, part of Clean Commute Week and featuring free t-shirt, snacks, coffee and more, 7-9 p.m., Animas Chocolate Co., 920 Main Ave., and Mercy Regional Medical Center. www.getarounddurango.com. Morning Meditation, 8 a.m., Pine River Library. StoryTime, 10-11 a.m., Ignacio Library. 563-9287. Early Literacy Play Date, for ages 0-5, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Durango Public Library. Storytime, 11-11:30 a.m., White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W. 14th St. 259-2213. Pine River Valley Centennial Rotary Club, noon, Tequila’s in Bayfield. Teen Summer Reading Program, noon, Pine River Library in Bayfield. Free Trauma Conscious Yoga for Veterans and Families, noon-1 p.m., Elks Lodge, 901 E. 2nd Ave. Kids Ukulele Club, for ages 9-12, 1-2 p.m., Durango Public Library. Register at 375-3380.
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bitches to each other, undercutting each other and saying nasty things instead of keeping them to ourselves or (heaven forbid!) not having such thoughts in the first place. Let’s change the world, starting right here. – Women Power Dear Wonder Woman, Women suck. But I realize that I just undercut our entire gender with one single swipe of the keyboard. So now that you’ve opened my eyes to my own cattiness, let’s place the blame squarely where it belongs: on the shoulders of men. Until men stop publishing articles like “The 20 Hottest Female Olympians in Competitively Disadvantageous Swimsuits,” it’s small wonder we feel the need to live like we’re in the Thunderdome. – You go girl, Rachel Dear Rachel, I have a serious problem with people trying to capitalize on the fire. I’m not talking about businesses offering specials for the three remaining tourists. I mean people going out and gonzoing the fire for shock value. You want to take pictures for a documentary? Cool. Please use this opportunity to educate. You want to use a plume of smoke for your own personal gain? Go screw yourself with a hot poker. I don’t have a question; I just wanted to get that off my chest. – Fired Up Dear Hot Take, I’m right there with you, and I want to get riled up with you. But I’m suddenly unable to think straight. You Open Knitting Group, 1-3 p.m., Smiley Café, 1309 E. 3rd Ave. “Women in the Southwest” Summer Lecture Series, presentation on “Three Women, One Story: 1000 Years of Art, History and Culture,” 1:30 p.m., Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College, Lyceum Room. 247-7456.
Email Rachel at telegraph@durangotelegraph.com see, I started imagining all the ways Rule 34 could be misapplied to the 20 Hottest Olympians and a thousand hotshot firefighters, only now, thanks to your question, they’re actually IN the fire… and, by the basic premise of Rule 34, this actually exists somewhere, and now I want to cry. – Hug a tree, Rachel True West Rodeo, featuring bareback, barrel racing, bull riding and more, 6:30-9 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds. www.facebook.com/TrueWestRodeo. Terry Rickard, 7 p.m., The Office, 699 Main Ave. Yoga en Español, 7:30-8:30 p.m., YogaDurango, 1140 Main Ave.
Animas City Farmer’s Market, 3-7 p.m., 2977 Main. Karaoke, 8 p.m., Blondies in Cortez. Floor Barre Class, 3-4 p.m., Absolute Physical Therapy, 277 E. 8th Ave. 764-4094.
Corey Wong performs, Warsaw opens, 9 p.m., Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Ave. animascitytheatre.com.
Lost Souls perform for Community Foundation Summer Concert Series, 5-7 p.m., Rochester Hotel Secret Garden, 726 E. 2nd Ave. www.rochesterhotel.com.
Karaoke with Crazy Charlie, 8 p.m.-close, Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. 2nd Ave.
Pete Giuliani performs, 5-9 p.m., Animas River Beer Garden at the Doubletree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio.
Geeks Who Drink Trivia, 8:30 p.m., BREW Pub & Kitchen, 117 W. College Dr. 259-5959.
Thank the Veterans! potluck, Peter Neds and Glenn Keefe perform, 5:30-8:30 p.m., VFW, 1550 Main Ave.
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Autoimmune Support Group, 5:45 p.m., Living Tree Live Foods, 680-B Main Ave. Adult Game Night and Cornhole Tournament, 6 p.m., Durango Brewing Co., 3000 Main Ave. Dinner and Documentary, free dinner and film, 6 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield. Jeff Solon Jazz Duo performs, 6-9 p.m., Cyprus Café, 725 E. 2nd Ave. Bluegrass Jam, 6-9 p.m., Steaming Bean, 900 Main Ave. Gary Walker & Faith Evangeline perform, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Jean-Pierre Restaurant, 601 Main Ave.
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“The Art of Trompe L’oeil,” thru June 30, Durango Arts Center upstairs gallery, 802 E. 2nd Ave. 42nd annual Juried Art Exhibit, thru June 30, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave.
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FreeWillAstrology by Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you have cosmic permission to enjoy extra helpings of waffles, crepes, pancakes and blintzes. Eating additional pastries and doughnuts is also encouraged. Why? Because it’s high time for you to acquire more ballast. You need more gravitas and greater stability. You can’t afford to be top-heavy; you must be hard to knock over. If you would prefer not to accomplish this noble goal by adding girth to your butt and gut, find an alternate way. Maybe you could put weights on your shoes and think very deep thoughts. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You’re slipping into the wild heart of the season of discovery. Your curiosity is mounting. Your listening skills are growing more robust. Your willingness to be taught and influenced and transformed is at a peak. And what smarter way to take advantage of this fertile moment than to decide what you most want to learn about during the next three years? For inspiration, identify a subject you’d love to study, a skill you’d eagerly stretch yourself to master, and an invigorating truth that would boost your brilliance if you thoroughly embodied it. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Playwright and novelist Samuel Beckett won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1969. Four of his works were essential in earning that award: the play Waiting for Godot, and the novels Molloy, Malone Dies and The Unnamable. Beckett wrote all of them in a two-year span during the late 1940s. During that time, he was virtually indigent. He and his companion Suzanne survived on the paltry wage she made as a dressmaker. We might draw the conclusion from his life story that it is at least possible for a person to accomplish great things despite having little money. I propose that we make Beckett your role model for the coming weeks, Gemini. May he inspire you to believe in your power to become the person you want to be no matter what your financial situation may be. CANCER (June 21-July 22): I suggest you ignore the temptation to shop around for new heroes and champions. It would only distract you from your main assignment in the coming weeks, which is to be more of a hero and champion yourself. Here are some tips to guide you as you slip beyond your overly modest self-image and explore the liberations that may be possible when you give yourself more credit. Tip #1: Finish outgrowing the old heroes and champions who’ve served you well. Tip #2: Forgive and forget the disappointing heroes and hypocritical champions who betrayed
their own ideals. Tip #3: Exorcise your unwarranted admiration for mere celebrities who might have snookered you into thinking they’re heroes or champions. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “A waterfall would be more impressive if it flowed the other way,” said Irish writer Oscar Wilde. Normally, I would dismiss an idea like this, even though it’s funny and I like funny ideas. Normally, I would regard such a negative assessment of the waterfall’s true nature, even in jest, to be unproductive and enfeebling. But none of my usual perspectives are in effect as I evaluate the possibility that Wilde’s declaration might be a provocative metaphor for your use in the coming weeks. For a limited time only, it might be wise to meditate on a waterfall that flows the other way. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Stage magicians may seem to make a wine glass hover in mid-air, or transform salt into diamonds, or make doves materialize and fly out of their hands. It’s all fake, of course – tricks performed by skilled illusionists. But here’s a twist on the old story: I suspect that for a few weeks, you will have the power to generate effects that may, to the uninitiated, have a resemblance to magic tricks – except that your magic will be real, not fake. And you will have worked very hard to accomplish what looks easy and natural. And the marvels you generate will, unlike the illusionists,’ be authentic and useful. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The coming weeks will be a favorable time to accentuate and brandish the qualities that best exemplify your Libran nature. In other words, be extreme in your moderation. Be pushy in your attempts to harmonize. Be bold and brazen as you make supple use of your famous balancing act. I’ll offer you a further piece of advice, as well. My first astrology teacher believed that when Librans operate at peak strength, their symbol of power is the iron fist in the velvet glove: power expressed gracefully, firmness rendered gently. I urge you to explore the nuances of that metaphor. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): If I were your mom, I’d nudge you out the door and say, “Go play outside for a while!” If I were your commanding officer, I’d award you a shiny medal for your valorous undercover work and then order you to take a frisky sabbatical. If I were your psychotherapist, I would urge you to act as if your past has no further power to weigh you down or hold you back, and then I would send you out on a vision quest to discover your best possible future. In other words, my dear Scorpio, I hope you will flee your usual haunts. Get out of the loop and into the open spaces that will refresh your eyes and heart.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22Dec. 21): Sex education classes at some high schools employ a dramatic exercise to illustrate the possible consequences of engaging in heterosexual lovemaking without using birth control. Everywhere they go for two weeks, students must carry around a 10-pound bag of flour. It’s a way for them to get a visceral approximation of caring for an infant. I recommend that you find or create an equivalent test or trial for yourself in the coming days. As you consider entering into a deeper collaboration or making a stronger commitment, you’ll be wise to undertake a dress rehearsal. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Members of the Dull Men’s Club celebrate the ordinary. “Glitz and glam aren’t worth the bother,” they declare. “Slow motion gets you there faster,” they pontificate. Showing no irony, they brag that they are “born to be mild.” I wouldn’t normally recommend becoming part of a movement like theirs, but the next two weeks will be one of those rare times when aligning yourself with their principles might be healthy and smart. If you’re willing to explore the virtues of simple, plain living, make the Swedish term lagom your word of power. According to the Dull Men’s Club, it means “enough, sufficient, adequate, balanced, suitable, appropriate.” AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In the Georgian language, shemomechama is a word that literally means “I ate the whole thing.” It refers to what happens when you’re already full, but find the food in front of you so delicious that you can’t stop eating. I’m concerned you might soon be tempted to embark on metaphorical versions of shemomechama. That’s why I’m giving you a warning to monitor any tendencies you might have to get too much of a good thing. Pleasurable and productive activities will serve you better if you stop yourself before you go too far. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Please do not send me a lock of your hair or a special piece of your jewelry or a hundred dollar bill. I will gladly cast a love spell in your behalf without draining you of your hard-earned cash. The only condition I place on my free gift is that you agree to have me cast the love spell on you and you alone. After all, your love for yourself is what needs most work. And your love for yourself is the primary magic that fuels your success in connecting with other people. (Besides, it’s bad karma to use a love spell to interfere with another person’s will.) So if you accept my conditions, Pisces, demonstrate that you’re ready to receive my telepathic love spell by sending me your telepathic authorization.
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Announcements The Perfect Gift for your favorite dirtbag. Literature from Durango’s own Benighted Publications. The Climbing Zine, The Great American Dirtbags, American Climber, Climbing Out of Bed and Graduating From College Me are available at: Maria’s Bookshop, Pine Needle Mountaineering, the Sky Store, or on the interweb at www.climbingzine.com.
Pets Love Your Dog! At the Durango Dog Wash behind Liquor World in the Albertson’s parking lot. Open every day!
Wanted Turn Vehicles, Copper, Alum, Etc. Into Cash! at RJ Metal Recycle, also free appliance and other metal drop off. 970-259-3494. Old Indian Items Wanted Buying Indian blankets, rugs, pottery, baskets, and other old Indian items $$ Cash Paid $$ americanindianart@gmail.com 740525-2807.
HelpWanted PT Admin Ass’t/Bookkeeper. Flexible schedule. Exp QB, MS Ofc, payroll and tax filing. Email resume to swcololaw@gmail.com CO Teacher for At-Risk Students $1,000 sign-on bonus. Must have SPED within 1 yr of hire. Open interview/tour at DeNier Youth Services. Tuesdays 10:00 am or 5:30 pm, Thursdays 3:00 pm or 5:30 pm. Email resume Karen.Doyle@rop.com or apply at 720 Turner Dr, Durango.
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Interested in Psych, Human Services, Corrections Careers or Cooking? $1,000 sign-on bonus. Work with at-risk students in a secure detention facility. - Cook, PT - Detention Specialist/Coach Counselor (FT, PT, days, nights) Open interview/tour at DeNier Youth Services, Tuesdays 10:00 am or 5:30 pm, Thursdays 3:00 pm or 5:30 pm. Must be 21 yo and pass drug/background tests incl THC. Email resume Karen.Doyle@ROP.com or apply at 720 Turner Dr, Durango.
Classes/Workshops Help for Head, Neck, Shoulder and Arm Issues including numbness and carpal tunnel. Hope Chiropractic and Yoga presents: 5 things you need to know. Sat June 30th. Smiley Studio 10. Pre-register and class size limited to 10. $55 Dr Keneen Hope DC. 970-305-3239 www.hopechiroyoga.com 8-week Mindfulness Foundations Class Tuesdays, 6 - 8:30 pm beginning June 26th at Pathways Physical Therapy, 2243 Main Ave, 1B. Cost: $250, sliding scale and scholarships available. Contact Certified Mindful Life Program Teacher Cindy Schmidt: 970-985-2416 or cindy@pathwaysdurango.com. Paint Party at Durango Arts Center Come and paint with Picasso and Vino June 23, July 14 and July 29. For more info and to register go online to Duran goArts.org 6 wk Mindfulness: Chaos to Peace 6 Tuesdays starting 7/10/2018. 5:307:30pm, Smiley Building, #205 sliding scale fee: $200-350 Contact Myoung Lee, Certified Mindfulness Teacher: Myahmindfulness@gmail.com or 970-946-5379. Mommy and Me Dance Class Come join the fun! Now registering for classes. Call 970-749-6456. mom myandmedance.com.
46 Years of Carpentry No job too small. Detailed trim. 970799-4103. House and Pet Sitting Long term, 3 weeks or longer. Experienced, excellent references and very reasonable rates. All animals. Lisa Greene 970-903-5396. Harmony Organizing and Cleaning Services Create harmony in your space this year by organizing and cleaning your home, vacation home or office. Martee 970-403-6192. Get Your Summer Glow on at Spa Evo! Summer is here and the time is right for a gorgeous Spa Evo spray tan colorcustomized exclusively for you! A touch of color or go as dark as you dare! Expertly applied by Durango’s only GoldCertified Spray Tan artist. Packages available! 6 years exp. Read my reviews on Yelp & FB. Text or call 9702590226 to schedule. www.spaevo.com Spray Tans! Organic and beautiful! Meg Bush, LMT 970-759-0199. Advanced Duct Cleaning Air duct cleaning specializing in dryer vents. Improves indoor air quality; reduces dust and allergens, energy bills and fire risk. 970-247-2462 www.advanced ductcleaninginc.com
BodyWork Massage by Meg Bush, LMT 30, 60 & 90 min. 970-759-0199. Edward Coons - Massage Therapy Advanced bodywork for athletes and people of all walks and ages for 15 years. 512-731-1836. massageintervention.life 25 years experience. Couples, sauna, cupping. Reviews on FB + Yelp. 970-9032984.
Services Low Price on Inside/Outside Storage Near Durango, RJ Mini Storage. 970259-3494.
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ForSale Cuisinart mixer 7qt HD Cuisinart stnd mxr 12 spd, 3 beaters, 970-259-3294. Maria’s Bookshop Thriving indie bookstore in the heart of Durango Colorado. General bookstore with 34 year history as a community hub for SW region of Colorado. 1800 square feet of very busy retail space in a 3100 square foot historic building. Long term lease or option to purchase real estate. Current owners for past 20 years are ready to find the next community minded Maria’s Bookshop leader. More info at www.mariasbookshop.com Inquiries accepted by email to opportu nity@mariasbookshop.com Inflatable Kayak Fleet! Like new 50% off - $499+ only used 12 times. GravityPlay.com - 970-403-5320. Hot Tub – New 6HP pump, 50 jets. Cost $8,000. Sell $3,650. 505-270-3104. Reruns Home Furnishings We’ve got you covered for patio season with tables, chairs, bistros, umbrellas, lanterns, garden pots, tablecloths & yard art. Plus indoor furniture: mid-century pieces – chairs, side table, teacart & several nice dressers. 572 E. 6th Ave. 3857336.
ForRent Room on the Grid Immediate availability for a room on the grid, right behind the Everyday gas station in a 3 bed/1.5 bath house. $650/mo. no util. incl. Male, student, party person preferred. 719-433-01712.
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CommunityService Crow Canyon, Mesa Verde Development Program for Teachers The Crow Canyon Archaeological Center and Mesa Verde National Park are teaming up to offer a two-day professional development opportunity for teachers in the Four Corners. Participants receive a $100 per day stipend and have the opportunity to earn continuing education units. All Four Corners-area educators who service grades 3-8 (including special area teachers) are encouraged to apply. The scheduled training dates are: 3rd-4th grade, Aug. 2-3; 5th-6th grade, Aug. 6-7; 7th-8th grade, Aug. 9-10. To register or get more info, contact Crow Canyon educator Cara McCain at cmccain@crowcanyon.org, or call 970-5644387. Kars for Kids A car that has lost its worth still has value to early education in Ignacio. Any model and age car can be donated to make a lasting gift to Kars for Kids, a program to fundraise for The Friends of Ignacio Head
Start. The donation supports building a new facility for families in the community. Donating is easy and your vehicle will be picked up, free title services will be provided, and a receipt will be mailed for tax purposes. Donate your car now by calling 1-866-628 -2277. Find more info about Kars for Kids at www.SUCAP.org. Cooking Matters is Looking for Volunteers Come learn more about how you can help fight hunger in Colorado! Or visit co.cookingmatters.org/ways-you-can-help for more info. New Volunteer Training: June 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at 862 Main Ave., Suite 223. PSA: Bear Smart Durango Seeking Steering Committee Members In response to increasing human and bear conflicts in our area, Bear Smart Durango is forming a Steering Committee comprised of residents and stakeholders. This committee will help develop educational outreach programs, broaden attractant removal programs, enhance and expand partner relationships, assist with
Stephen Ministry Program Open to Help People in Our Community The First United Methodist Church of Durango has an active Stephen Ministry program which offers one-to-one care for individuals experiencing a crisis like losing a job, losing a loved one, divorce or terminal illness. Stephen Ministers are available to all members of our community. Please note: Stephen Ministry is not mental health counseling. If you know someone who is having a tough time, please ask them to call Stephen Leader, Cathy Schadt, at (970) 2599293 for more information. La Plata County Seeks Applicants for Living w/ Wildlife Advisory Board The La Plata Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants for its Living w/ Wildlife Advisory Board. This committee assists the commissioners in developing
and implementing programs to reduce animal damage within La Plata County. Applicants must be county residents. This position is advisory only and is not monetarily compensated. An application and a description may be obtained online at: www.co.laplata.co.us or at the La Plata County Administration Building, 1101 East 2nd Ave. Call (970) 382-6219 with any questions. Opportunity for Local Students to Study Abroad Qualified high school students can spend an academic year, semester or summer holiday in Europe, Asia, North or South America, Australia or South Africa as part of the ASSE International Student Exchange Program. Students, 15-18, qualify with academic performance, character references; and do not need to know the language. Families abroad are carefully screened. ASSE also provides opportunities for families to host students – who are screened and selected. Call 800-733-2773, visit asse.com, host.asse.com or email asseu sawest@asse.com.
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Himalayan Kitchen 992 Main Ave., 970-259-0956 www.himkitchen.com Bringing you a taste of Nepal, Tibet & India. Try our all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. The dinner menu offers a variety of tempting choices, including yak, lamb, chicken, beef & seafood; extensive veggies; freshly baked bread. Full bar. Get your lunch punch card – 10th lunch free. Hours: Lunch, 11am-2:30 pm & dinner, Sun. - Thurs., 5-9:30 p.m., Fri. & Sat. ‘til 10 p.m. Closed 2:30 to 5 daily $$ Crossroads Coffee 1099 Main Ave., 970-903-9051 Crossroads coffee proudly serves locally roasted Fahrenheit coffee and delicious baked goods. Menu includes gluten-free items along with bullet-proof coffee, or bullet-proof chai! Come in for friendly service and the perfect buzz! Hours: Mon.- Fri., 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. $ BREW Pub & Kitchen 117 W. College Drive, 970-259-5959 www.brewpubkitchen.com Experience Durango’s award-winning brewery & restaurant featuring unique, hand-crafted beers, delicious food - made from scratch, and wonderful wines & cocktails. Happy Hour, Mon.- Fri. 3-6 pm & all day Sunday with $2 off beer, $1 off wines & wells & 25% off appetizers. Watch the sunset behind Smelter Mountain. Hours: Sun.-Thurs.11 a.m. - 9p.m., & Fri. & Sat.11 a.m. to 10 p.m. $$
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MountainTownNews Is Trump keeping foreign tourists away? LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Is the belligerent screw-you talk of Donald Trump keeping tourists from other countries from visiting the United States? Writing in The Conversation, Bing Pan says probably, although it’s hard to parcel out Trump from other reasons. Bing, an associate professor of tourism management at Pennsylvania State University, says income levels, exchange rates, hospitality infrastructure, and even the release of a movie can affect tourist volumes. Even before Trump was elected, the number of visitors to the United States had flattened. Canadians, who constitute a quarter of all international visitors, have had a drop in the value of their currency relative to U.S. dollars in recent years. While there is some evidence that Trump himself is causing people to steer clear of the United States, Chinese visitors are actually more likely to visit the United States under the Trump administration.
Wolves go deeper into the Sierra Nevada TRUCKEE, Calif. – A gray wolf has trotted to within a mile and a half of Interstate 80 and the Boreal Mountain ski area near the summit of Donner Pass. This is 20 miles from Lake Tahoe and the farthest south in the Sierra Nevada that wolves have been in modern times. Wildlife biologists tell the Sierra Sun they believe the wolf is the offspring of a wolf that is native to Oregon but wandered south in 2011. She was the first wolf to cross into California in decades. A collared GPT transmitter on the wolf alerted representatives of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife as to the whereabouts of the canis lupus, as gray wolves are taxonomically identified by scientists. In Canada, scientists have also used a tracking device to follow a female wolf in Banff National Park. Unlike California, wolves are not uncommon in Banff and most of Alberta. What’s unusual is the existence of lactating females in the same vicinity. “When two wolves in the same pack have pups the same year, the main breeding female may kill the other pups or they are simply abandoned,” wildlife research ecologist Jesse Whittington explained to the Rocky Mountain Outlook. On the other hand, maybe this wolf in California has been coming and going. Wolves will travel up to 12 miles in search of food for their pups.
A pre-rain Summit County fire scare SILVERTHORNE – Soaring flames at the foot of 12,777-foot Buffalo Mountain last week scared plenty of people. Little more than an hour after the first wisps of smoke were reported, the evacuation of 1,400 homes near the town of Silverthorne had begun. The fire never got that far, but it could have. Vast resources were devoted to containing the blaze at the intersection of mountain resort-style exurban sprawl and designated wilderness. Taking in the picture two days later, Summit Daily News reporter Deepan Dutta reported that the “rocky, log-strewn ground surrounding the neighborhoods has turned to a brown, black and pink hellscape, carpet-bombed over and over by air tankers dropping the fire retardant and water.” Jeff Berino, the Summit fire chief, said a massive aerial response was critical to saving the Mesa Cortina and Wildernest neighborhoods. The two DC-10 air tankers cost $50,000 an hour to operate. Six helicopters called in cost $8,000 an hour as they dropped 1,000gallon buckets of water on hotspots. Just in the first day, the bill came to $500,000. Berino told reporters the cost was worth it. “All of that could have gone up in smoke,” he said, gesturing toward the still-standing homes and condominiums. It wasn’t as if Summit County hadn’t been aware of the risk of building homes nestled in whispering lodgepole pines. For decades, the local mantra was that all chainsaws were evil tools. Then, in 2002, drought hit, making the aging forests susceptible to an epidemic of bark beetles already under way. Whole hillsides had turned red by around 2006. Ultimately half the trees in Summit County were killed by 2014. In response, local jurisdictions did an about-face in their attitudes toward cutting trees. Before, regulations limited removal of
IntheLoop: Gov. John Hickenlooper makes the rounds in downtown Durango on June 15. He was in town to pledge fire assistance and tell the world “Durango is open for business.”/Photo by Jennaye Derge trees near homes. The new regulations aggressively encouraged the FireSmart thinking. Still, nearly all the county, including its six towns, lie within what is commonly called the urban-wilderness interface. Just how much danger remained was made clear a year ago when a fire began in the Tenmile Range near Breckenridge. For awhile, there was a fear that the town itself could be threatened. “It was scary. It was so close,” said one resident at the time. Even more extensive regulations were adopted in February. The U.S. Forest Service has also ramped up its removal of forest trees, what the agency calls “treatments.” Some of this work has been in conjunction with the Colorado Forest Service and Denver Water, in a program called Forests to Faucets. Bill Jackson, the district ranger, reported $12 million has been spent across 12,000 acres. That work included $1 million to remove trees and other vegetation on 900 acres in the area of last week’s fire. Jackson credited the fuel breaks with allowing firefighters to get the upper hand. Although not in the area of last week’s fire, Denver Water has appropriated significant sums for tree thinning in recent years. The agency gets about 30 percent of its water from Dillon Reservoir and in turn provides water for roughly a quarter of Colorado’s 5.6 million residents. Last year it committed $16.5 million for the next five years to match those of the state and national forest agencies for work in Summit County and in the nearby Winter Park area, another source of Denver’s water. Rain arrived over the weekend to dampen fire risk. But before it did, many people were on edge. “Pray for some not so nice days with some good rain,” Mark Reaman wrote in the Crested Butte Times. In Telluride, it was the same. “The forest floor crackles underfoot, and the Valley Floor is browner than it is green,” said the Telluride Daily Planet. “It is often the first subject of conversation when people meet on the streets. Sometimes the clouds roll in, but so far, they’ve been stingy with the rain.”
– Allen Best
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