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SUMMARY:First Friday Cortez
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this monthly celebration of community and the arts\, shopping\, and dining in Cortez\, Colorado! Sponsored by CREA and in creative collaboration with ZU Gallery and CPAAC (Cortez Public Arts Advisory Committee)\, First Friday Cortez brings into focus the creative arts in our city and has grown to include many locations around town. Cortez residents and visitors can experience self-guided visits to local galleries\, enjoy a theatre performance\, listen to a reading from a local author or poet\, support businesses featuring rotating artwork and live music\, take in a movie\, or participate in several walking tour opportunities including our Cortez Mural Walk. Add a unique variety of retail shopping options and relax over a meal at one of our many great dining spots to make it a perfect First Friday in Cortez! Follow CREA on FB & IG for the latest First Friday Cortez details each month.
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/first-friday-cortez-august-1/
LOCATION:Cortez
CATEGORIES:Culture & Art,Family Fun,Food & Drink,Live Music
ORGANIZER;CN="CREA":MAILTO:info@shopcortez.com
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SUMMARY:Artist-Led Workshop at Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum on Saturday August 9\, 2025\, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM for a special artist led workshop showcasing Navajo artist Kino Benally. Participants will be guided through Kino’s creative process for composing music using both digital tools and natural elements. Participants are encouraged to bring their own instruments to add to the experience.
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/artist-led-workshop-at-canyons-of-the-ancients-visitor-center-and-museum/
LOCATION:Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum\, Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum: 27501 CO-184\, Dolores\, CO\, 81323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture & Art,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250816T080000
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SUMMARY:Mancos Summer BrewFest
DESCRIPTION:The Mancos Valley Summer BrewFest is a fun-filled community beer and music festival held each summer in Mancos\, Colorado\, usually at Cottonwood Park (or adjacent to the brewery). It was launched in 2015 by Kathy Hands and Dewayne Jackson\, owners of Mancos Brewing Co.\, with the purpose of bringing people together\, spotlighting local brews\, cider\, wine\, live music\, and also raising funds for nonprofits . \n\n\nSampling Local Libations: Features beer from Mancos Brewing Co.\, Dolores River Brewery\, WildEdge\, Anarchy\, Moab Brewery & more\, plus local cider and wine. \n\n\nLive Music & Festival Vibes: Multiple regional bands perform — recent lineups included Alex Westphal & the Blues Quartet\, Farmington Hill\, Little Wilderness\, and others . \n\n\nFamily Friendly Fun: Includes kids’ activities (like arts and crafts)\, food vendors\, car shows\, on-site silent auctions\, and even dog‑friendly zones . \n\n\n💖 Who It Supports\nThe event raises money for Mancos Valley Resources\, a local nonprofit funding a variety of projects—like the farmers’ market\, trails\, studio arts\, and food assistance—usually splitting proceeds among multiple community efforts. In recent years it’s also supported Mancos FoodShare and specific Mancos Valley Resources projects like Trails Group and Painted Turtle Studio. \n🛠️ Who Organizes It\n\n\nMancos Brewing Co. (Kathy Hands & Dewayne Jackson) turn their brewery’s annual BrewFest into a community fundraiser—organizing logistics\, entertainment\, vendors\, and coordinating beverage selection. \n\n\nMancos Valley Resources acts as co‑host\, handling non‑profit tasks like liquor licensing\, ticketing\, and directing funds to the selected charitable projects . \n\n\n\n✅ In Summary\n\n\nWhat: A summer beer fest with local brews\, wine\, cider\, live music\, family & pet friendly activities. \n\n\nPurpose: Build community and raise funds for Mancos-area nonprofits/projects. \n\n\nOrganizers: Hosted by Mancos Brewing Co.\, in partnership with nonprofit Mancos Valley Resources.
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/mancos-summer-brewfest/
LOCATION:Mancos Brewing Company\, 484 Hwy 160 E Frontage Rd\, Mancos\, 81328
CATEGORIES:Annual & Featured,Culture & Art,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250817
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SUMMARY:3-Day Indigenous Foodways Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A Journey into Indigenous Wisdom\, Wild Food Pathways\, and Vibrant Cuisine \nBegins Sunday\, August 17 at 8:00 a.m. and ends Tuesday\, August 19 @ 5:00 p.m. \nEmbark on a transformative journey into the heart of traditional knowledge systems and sustainable food pathways\, held at the breathtaking High Camp Hut in Colorado’s majestic San Juan Mountains. \nGuided by esteemed educators with unique and complementary perspectives\, you’ll engage in immersive activities like high mountain hiking\, mindful foraging\, plant-based demonstrations\, and vibrant food preparation inspired by Indigenous cuisine. This unforgettable experience invites you to celebrate cultural heritage\, explore the ethics of gathering\, and nourish body and soul with the life-sustaining elements of wild plants\, medicine\, and clean water. \nLimited space available and advanced registration required. After July 17\, registration will be based on availability\, so act now to guarantee your place! \nThis cultural travel seminar is offered through Crow Canyon’s Cultural Explorations program. Get the details and full itinerary at: \nhttps://crowcanyon.org/programs/indigenous-foodways-workshop/
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/3-day-indigenous-foodways-workshop/
LOCATION:Crow Canyon Archaeological Center\, 23390 Road K\, Cortez\, CO\, 81321
CATEGORIES:Culture & Art,Food & Drink,Outdoors & Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crow Canyon Archaeological Center":MAILTO:info@crowcanyon.org
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SUMMARY:Intro to Night Sky Photography
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum at 7:30 PM on Wednesday August 20\, 2025\, for an inspiring evening under the stars with local photographer Kurt Hillman.  Kurt will walk attendees through the basic is of night sky photography\, including equipment suggestions\, camera settings\, and composition strategies.
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/intro-to-night-sky-photography/
LOCATION:Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum\, Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum: 27501 CO-184\, Dolores\, CO\, 81323\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture & Art,Outdoors & Recreation
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SUMMARY:Native Scenes\, Native Stories Exhibit Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join the Montezuma Heritage Museum for the opening of Native Scenes\, Native Stories. This exhibit features the work of local Diné artists\, Keith Smith and Ed Singer.
URL:https://mesaverdecountry.com/event/native-scenes-native-stories-exhibit-opening/
LOCATION:Montezuma Heritage Museum\, 35 S Chestnut St\, Cortez\, CO\, 81321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture & Art,Family Fun
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