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Cowboy Tuesdays at The Diamond Belle Saloon Dust off those boots & round up your pals — Cowboy Tuesdays are back in town! Join us at The Diamond Belle Saloon, nestled in the historic Strater Hotel, for a genuine taste of the Wild West. Swing by EVERY OTHER Tuesday from Noon to 3pm, starting November 5th and running until April 15th, 2025! Experience a true Cowboy gathering in an open-mic format. Everyone is invited to share ranching and cowboy stories, poetry and music! “Belly Up” to The Belle for food and drink specials. We’ll see y’all soon! November 5, 19 December 3, 17 January 7, 21 February 4, 18 March 4, 18 April 1, 15 Free Event. The Diamond Belle Saloon 699 Main Ave | Durango, CO 81301 https://strater.com/

 An exhibition curated by Center of Southwest Studies Fellow and FLC graduate, Malorie King (Mescalero Apache/Diné) Exhibition on view: January 30-May 16, 2025 Reception: January 30 at 4:30-6:30 PM This exhibition will be held in the lobby entryway of the CSWS building. Free Center of Southwest Studies Fellow and recent Fort Lewis College graduate, Malorie King (Mescalero Apache/Diné), has curated a selection of artwork from the Center’s Museum collections as a culmination of a year of research and inquiry into creative expression of traditional Indigenous knowledge sharing and intertribal values. "At its core, this project represents reciprocity—our shared responsibility to honor the teachings of our elders, respect all forms of life, and contribute meaningfully to our communities. Just as Indigenous knowledge is rooted in values of kinship, gratitude, and community, each of us carries a cultural lineage that can inspire and guide us. Through this exhibition, I aim to honor the communities, mentors, and traditions that have shaped me, while planting seeds for a future where Indigenous voices and knowledge systems thrive." - Malorie King, curator Center of Southwest Studies swcenter.fortlewis.edu Contact: Cristie Scott, cmscott@fortlewis.edu or Malorie King, msking@fortlewis.edu

San Juan Mountain SOLES (which stands for Sisters on Leadership Expeditions) is a year-long program for local high school girls (including cis girls, trans girls, non-binary youth, gender non-conforming youth, gender queer youth and any girl-identified youth) that aims to inspire young women to lead healthy, fulfilling lives rooted in big mountains, confident leadership and authentic community engagement. It is unique from traditional outdoor education programs in its emphasis on building a community of locally-based youth over the course of an entire year. 

What does it involve?

The program kicks off with a week-long backpacking trip  this summer from July 1-9 and continues with 2 additional expeditions; a winter backcountry cross-country ski hut trip, and a desert camping trip.  Additionally, we meet once a month for dinner and trip planning and offer various workshops. 

Apply now!

SOLES is currently accepting applications from local high school girls to join our 2025-2026 cohort. Tuition for the whole year is $2,400, but we operate on a sliding scale and offer scholarships to whomever needs and will help provide gear and other necessities. We do not want cost to be a barrier to participation in this life-changing program!

Applications are due APRIL 1st and can be found on our website here: www.sanjuanmountainsoles.com/apply 

BEGINNING MARCH 6^TH, THE CENTER OF SOUTHWEST STUDIES WILL FEATURE AN EXHIBIT TITLED “A LEGACY OF GIFTS: 60 YEARS OF THE CENTER OF SOUTHWEST STUDIES.” THIS EXHIBIT WILL RUN THROUGH NOVEMBER.

THE OPENING RECEPTION FOR THIS EXHIBIT WILL TAKE PLACE ON THURSDAY MARCH 6^TH AT 4:30 P.M. and will feature artwork, arhives and other items donated to the center over the last six decades.

for more information email cMSCOTT@FORTLEWIS.EDU

Current Conversations with Chris Join Chris Hansen, LPEA's CEO, at Ska Brewery in Durango to hear updates from the co-op and enjoy an open forum where you can share your thoughts, ideas, and questions. Non-alcoholic drinks and a buffet of wings will be provided. Additional food and beverages are available for purchase. March 25, 2025 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Free to attend More info here: https://lpea.coop/join-us-current-conversations-chris