Tour of Durango Launch Party Set

Tour of Durango Launch Party Set The Tour of Durango mountain bike and trail running event launch party will take place on Thursday, June 5 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Carver’s Brewing Company.
Home Popular Durango-based artist Deborah Gorton launches web site Artist’s mixed media work and class information now at www.deborahgorton.com Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango is a doggone friendly town! When you’re ready to escape the dog-eat-dog world of the big city, Durango is the natural choice. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. This Ecological Footprint Quiz Ever wondered how much "nature" your lifestyle requires? Animas River Trail Mural Project Trout Wall Mural Anticipates Completion in July 2007 Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Trout Wall Public Art Work Nears Completion After three months of volunteering by a group of Durango middle school and local area high school students, the Animas River Trail Mural Trout Wall is nearing completion. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. City Begins Work on Downtown Sidewalk Design Project The City of Durango is undertaking a redesign and upgrade of its downtown pedestrian areas, including sidewalks, curbs, crossings and streetscapes. Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Home Composting Bins Available From The City of Durango The Smiley Garden: Locally grown food making sense for Durango, the world The miracle of nature is now very evident at the Smiley Garden, located along East Third Ave. on the east side of the historic Smiley Building. A model for sustainability, the Smiley Building is owned by Charles Shaw and his wife Lisa Bodwalk. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. August 2007 Steering Committee Meeting Minutes DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion FLC President headed to Denver for scheduled cancer treatment FLC President headed to Denver for scheduled cancer treatment BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ SCHEDULE 5/12 -5/16 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ SCHEDULE 5/12 -5/16 THRIVING… Children, Youth and Family Master Plan Presentation ~ May 15 The Children Youth and Family Master Plan is being presented to elected officials and the community on Thursday May 15th. THRIVING… Children, Youth and Family Master Plan Presentation ~ May 15 The Children Youth and Family Master Plan is being presented to elected officials and the community on Thursday May 15th. THRIVING… Children, Youth and Family Master Plan Presentation ~ May 15 The Children Youth and Family Master Plan is being presented to elected officials and the community on Thursday May 15th. THRIVING… Children, Youth and Family Master Plan Presentation ~ May 15 The Children Youth and Family Master Plan is being presented to elected officials and the community on Thursday May 15th. La Plata County Compass - Strategic Plan Presentation Now Online The Board of County Commissioners and the County’s Leadership Team (department heads and elected officials) have synthesized community and staff input into a strategic plan that will serve as a guide to prioritize new programs and initiatives and evaluate La Plata County Compass - Strategic Plan Presentation Now Online The Board of County Commissioners and the County’s Leadership Team (department heads and elected officials) have synthesized community and staff input into a strategic plan that will serve as a guide to prioritize new programs and initiatives and evaluate La Plata County Compass - Strategic Plan Presentation Now Online The Board of County Commissioners and the County’s Leadership Team (department heads and elected officials) have synthesized community and staff input into a strategic plan that will serve as a guide to prioritize new programs and initiatives and evaluate Pro cyclist, Mercy join forces to benefit breast care center in Durango Mountain biking legend and member of the LUNA Chix Pro mountain bike team member Shonny Vanlandingham has joined the fight against breast cancer by helping raise money for a new breast care center in Durango. Pro cyclist, Mercy join forces to benefit breast care center in Durango Mountain biking legend and member of the LUNA Chix Pro mountain bike team member Shonny Vanlandingham has joined the fight against breast cancer by helping raise money for a new breast care center in Durango. Pro cyclist, Mercy join forces to benefit breast care center in Durango Mountain biking legend and member of the LUNA Chix Pro mountain bike team member Shonny Vanlandingham has joined the fight against breast cancer by helping raise money for a new breast care center in Durango. Pro cyclist, Mercy join forces to benefit breast care center in Durango Mountain biking legend and member of the LUNA Chix Pro mountain bike team member Shonny Vanlandingham has joined the fight against breast cancer by helping raise money for a new breast care center in Durango. Release Party for Ken Wright’s the Monkey Wrench Dad at Maria’s Bookshop Dare to live differently. Dare to live deeply. Dare to live at all—and bring the kids! Release Party for Ken Wright’s the Monkey Wrench Dad at Maria’s Bookshop Dare to live differently. Dare to live deeply. Dare to live at all—and bring the kids! BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ SCHEDULE 5/19 - 5/23 All meetings are held in the Anasazi Room, La Plata County Courthouse, 1060 E. 2nd Avenue, Durango, unless otherwise specified. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ SCHEDULE 5/19 - 5/23 All meetings are held in the Anasazi Room, La Plata County Courthouse, 1060 E. 2nd Avenue, Durango, unless otherwise specified. Fire Sprinkler to be Installed on Main Avenue Fire Sprinkler to be Installed on Main Avenue Fire Sprinkler to be Installed on Main Avenue Weed Spraying Schedule and Elm Tree Root Injections Weed Spraying Schedule and Elm Tree Root Injections Chapman Hill Summer Programs Chapman Hill Summer Programs City Street Striping City Street Striping Three days, three events -- The community bands together to spruce up Downtown Durango In a joint effort to prepare Durango’s Historic Downtown for the up-coming summer tourism season and put the town’s “best face forward,” the community is banding together over three days, May 21-23 for three “Spring Spruce Up” events. Three days, three events -- The community bands together to spruce up Downtown Durango In a joint effort to prepare Durango’s Historic Downtown for the up-coming summer tourism season and put the town’s “best face forward,” the community is banding together over three days, May 21-23 for three “Spring Spruce Up” events. Three days, three events -- The community bands together to spruce up Downtown Durango In a joint effort to prepare Durango’s Historic Downtown for the up-coming summer tourism season and put the town’s “best face forward,” the community is banding together over three days, May 21-23 for three “Spring Spruce Up” events. Trails 2000 Trailwork and Annual Picnic Trails 2000 Trailwork and Annual Picnic Trails 2000 Trailwork and Annual Picnic Funds Available for Durango Nonprofits The Durango Area Association of REALTORS® has announced it has funds available for qualified nonprofit organizations that provide housing services to moderate to low-income persons. Funds Available for Durango Nonprofits The Durango Area Association of REALTORS® has announced it has funds available for qualified nonprofit organizations that provide housing services to moderate to low-income persons. Fort Lewis College Hires New Community Concert Hall Manager Fort Lewis College is pleased to announce that Charles Leslie, of Austin, Texas, has been hired as the new Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College manager. Fort Lewis College Hires New Community Concert Hall Manager Fort Lewis College is pleased to announce that Charles Leslie, of Austin, Texas, has been hired as the new Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College manager. Fort Lewis College Hires New Community Concert Hall Manager Fort Lewis College is pleased to announce that Charles Leslie, of Austin, Texas, has been hired as the new Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College manager. Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th Toss a penny, make a wish - Mural installation to take place May 22 at 700 block construction area On May 22, three months to the day since fire destroyed three businesses in Durango’s Historic Downtown, members of the community will reconvene in the 700 block of Main Ave. for the installation of the locally painted mural panels that are to decorate th Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces Schedule Modification In response to passenger trends, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will modify its 2008 train schedule to Silverton by eliminating the 7:30 a.m. departure from Durango. Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces Schedule Modification In response to passenger trends, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will modify its 2008 train schedule to Silverton by eliminating the 7:30 a.m. departure from Durango. Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces Schedule Modification In response to passenger trends, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will modify its 2008 train schedule to Silverton by eliminating the 7:30 a.m. departure from Durango. Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is Canceled For the first time in its 37-year history, the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic was canceled due to heavy snow in the San Juan Mountains north of Durango. Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is Canceled For the first time in its 37-year history, the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic was canceled due to heavy snow in the San Juan Mountains north of Durango. Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is Canceled For the first time in its 37-year history, the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic was canceled due to heavy snow in the San Juan Mountains north of Durango. Trails 2000 Trail Work and Annual Picnic Trails 2000 Trail Work and Annual Picnic Trails 2000 Trail Work and Annual Picnic Bayfield High Student Council receives $900+ from Steamworks “Wolverine Wednesdays” at Steamworks Bayfield supports Bayfield Youth. Bayfield High Student Council receives $900+ from Steamworks “Wolverine Wednesdays” at Steamworks Bayfield supports Bayfield Youth. Durango Recreation Center Invites Artists to Display Artwork The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. Durango Recreation Center Invites Artists to Display Artwork The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. Durango Recreation Center Invites Artists to Display Artwork The Durango Community Recreation Center invites artists of all mediums to display their artwork for a one-month period in the community wing hallway of the Recreation Center. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. New webcam keeping an "eye" on the Phoenix rising on Main Ave. Business Improvement District sponsoring "Eye on 700" on www.downtowndurango.org. Swinging Bridge Closed for Rehabilitation The Swinging Bridge on the Animas River Trail will be closed for rehabilitation beginning Monday, June 9, 2008. The existing wood elements, including the decking and railing, will be removed and replaced. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. City Coordinates Annual “Salute to America” The City of Durango will coordinate its annual series of family-oriented activities promoted collectively as Durango’s “Salute to America.” Events will take place from June 25 to July 9. Who's Your Daddy Who's Your Daddy kicks of summer, on Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a street party and fundraiser or all ages to benefit The Children’s Museum of Durango/Discovery Museum at the Powerhouse, on Main Avenue (on the 10th and 11th b Who's Your Daddy Who's Your Daddy kicks of summer, on Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a street party and fundraiser or all ages to benefit The Children’s Museum of Durango/Discovery Museum at the Powerhouse, on Main Avenue (on the 10th and 11th b Who's Your Daddy Who's Your Daddy kicks of summer, on Saturday, June 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a street party and fundraiser or all ages to benefit The Children’s Museum of Durango/Discovery Museum at the Powerhouse, on Main Avenue (on the 10th and 11th b Pertussis cases diagnosed in Durango Pertussis cases diagnosed in Durango Pertussis cases diagnosed in Durango San Juan Basin Health offers assistance with New Year’s Resolutions Open Shutter Gallery, a “shining example” for retail success and sustainability Durango’s only fine art photography gallery, Open Shutter, not only “shines” as a retail success, it has also emerged as an example for energy efficiency and sustainability in Durango’s Historic Downtown. Open Shutter Gallery, a “shining example” for retail success and sustainability Durango’s only fine art photography gallery, Open Shutter, not only “shines” as a retail success, it has also emerged as an example for energy efficiency and sustainability in Durango’s Historic Downtown. Vallecito Winter Demo Fest set for Jan. 18 Vallecito Winter Demo Fest set for Jan. 18 Vallecito Winter Demo Fest set for Jan. 18 Vallecito Winter Demo Fest set for Jan. 18 Vallecito Winter Demo Fest set for Jan. 18 Vallecito Winter Demo Fest set for Jan. 18 Ariano to present at Friends of the Arts meeting Ariano to present at Friends of the Arts meeting Parks and Recreation accepting winter league registrations Elected officials to take Oath of Office Jan. 13 Lakota historian and author Joseph Marshall III to discuss “Leadership Lessons of Crazy Horse” Lakota historian and author Joseph Marshall III to discuss “Leadership Lessons of Crazy Horse” Book-signing up-coming for “The Edge of Never: A Skier’s Story of Life, Death and Dreams in the World’s Most Dangerous Mountains” Book-signing up-coming for “The Edge of Never: A Skier’s Story of Life, Death and Dreams in the World’s Most Dangerous Mountains” LPEA’s Jake Wills earns final engineering accreditation Wills passes Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. LPEA’s Jake Wills earns final engineering accreditation Wills passes Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. San Juan Symphony to present Ian Hobson in Adams Foundation Piano Recital San Juan Symphony to present Ian Hobson in Adams Foundation Piano Recital San Juan Symphony to present Ian Hobson in Adams Foundation Piano Recital Local students to attend Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp Selected High School juniors sponsored by La Plata Electric Association. Local students to attend Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp Selected High School juniors sponsored by La Plata Electric Association. Local students to attend Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp Selected High School juniors sponsored by La Plata Electric Association. City revises Transit fares San Juan Basin Health Briefs for January-February January 8 Robert Earl Keen show cancelled due to weather Concert to be rescheduled. Chapman Hill now open with limited operations FLC plans week-long celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. FLC plans week-long celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. FLC plans week-long celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. FLC plans week-long celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.	Durango, CO. --The Tour of Durango mountain bike and trail running event launch party will take place on Thursday, June 5 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Carver’s Brewing Company. Sponsored by Alpine Bank, the Tour of Durango is a weekend long event held on October 11 and 12, 2008 to showcase the interconnectivity and proximity of the local trail network and to encourage etiquette and sharing of Durango’s spectacular local trails. The first day of the event, October 11 includes a competitive mountain bike and trail running event(s) that will start and finish at Three Springs. October 12 is the Tour that will begin on the Animas River Trail, and hit all local trailheads in town. The event concludes with a block party on Main Street in front of Alpine Bank and Carver’s Brewing. Bikers and runners are invited to form teams or enter individually for the “Tour of Durango ”. “We’re so proud to work with two premier local non profits and provide an opportunity for the entire community to compete and tour our local trails. The event will be fun for all complete with a party downtown on Main Street, “ according to Beth Drum, marketing director for Alpine Bank. See the unveiling of the course and be one of the first to sign up for the Tour of Durango on June 5th at 4:00 pm at Carver’s. (Online Registration will be available thru Active.com on June 6th.)
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