Here's a look at upcoming events in and around Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County. Find more events on our calendar.
Ruby’s Writers Guild. 9-11 a.m., Sisson Library. Ruby’s Writers Guild welcomes writers who are looking for opportunities, support and camaraderie with other writers. Members provide support, resources and guidance for each other.
‘Vibrant V Rock’ Geology Hike. 9 a.m. The hike is free, but sign-up is required at SJMA.org.
Medicare 101. 10 a.m.-noon, Sisson Library. The San Juan Basin Area Agency on Aging will present on the ins and outs of Medicare to help you be ready for your enrollment.
Great House Tour. 10:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This family-friendly tour goes to the top of the mesa ridge for a 360-degree panoramic view of the landscape and a close-up of the two pinnacles with stops along the way to learn about ancient Puebloan structures. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Tech Time. 2-4 p.m., Sisson Library. Taylor will answer basic questions related to computers, smartphones, tablets, etc., and provide assistance with accessing any of the library’s online resources. Bring your device charger and passwords.
San Juan Stargazers. 6 p.m., Community United Methodist Church, 434 Lewis St. Social time will begin at 6 p.m., followed by an educational presentation at 7 p.m.
A Tour of Two Trails. 7:15 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This tour provides an in-depth discussion along the Great House Trail about the connection of Chimney Rock to the greater Chacoan culture, the significance of the mesa-top Great House and the day-to-day lives of the ancestral inhabitants of Chimney Rock. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Author Talk with Miriam Horn. 10-11 a.m., Sisson Library. Horn is a bestselling author, environmental advocate, journalist and filmmaker.
Great House Tour. 10:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This family-friendly tour goes to the top of the mesa ridge for a 360-degree panoramic view of the landscape and a close-up of the two pinnacles with stops along the way to learn about ancient Puebloan structures. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Good News Club. 1:15-3:15 p.m., Pagosa Springs Elementary School. A weekly club for kids in kindergarten through the fourth grade where the Bible is taught with songs, stories, object lessons, games and more. For more information, email melanie.jonason@att.net.
Chimney Rock Through the Ages Tour. 8 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This tour explores both the natural and cultural history of the area through geologic time and incorporates the anthropology and archaeology of the Puebloan people. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church Annual Clothing Giveaway Donation Acceptance. 9 a.m.-noon, St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church.
Pagosa Peak Genealogical Society. 10 a.m.-noon, Community United Methodist Church, 434 Lewis St. Aimee Cross will speak on cleaning up your genealogy.
GriefShare. 10-11:30 a.m., Centerpoint Church, 2750 Cornerstone Drive. A 13-week program to assist with the healing process, regardless of how long it is since your loved one passed. Register and learn more at www.griefshare.org.
Great House Tour. 10:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This family-friendly tour goes to the top of the mesa ridge for a 360-degree panoramic view of the landscape and a close-up of the two pinnacles with stops along the way to learn about ancient Puebloan structures. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Puzzle Palooza. 11 a.m.-noon, Sisson Library. Put together some puzzles and have some family fun.
Runway for Rise: A Recycled Fashion Gala. 6 p.m., Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts. Watch teams compete on the runway with fashion creations created using recycled materials while supporting Rise Above Violence. Tickets can be purchased at www.riseaboveviolence.org.
St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church Annual Clothing Giveaway Donation Acceptance. 9 a.m.-noon, St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church.
Great House Tour. 10:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This family-friendly tour goes to the top of the mesa ridge for a 360-degree panoramic view of the landscape and a close-up of the two pinnacles with stops along the way to learn about ancient Puebloan structures. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Blessing of the Animals. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church parking lot, 225 S. Pagosa Blvd. All animals and their humans are welcome to join a celebration of the animals in our lives through this annual blessing.
Sunrise at Chimney Rock. 6:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This program offers a unique two-hour tour of the archaeological sites with a special emphasis on the view of the sun rising atop the mesa. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Blessing of the Animals. 8:30-9:30 a.m., GGP amphitheater, Centennial Park. All animals and their humans are welcome to drop by the Amphitheater at any time during this period to receive the annual blessing from St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church Rector Wren Blessing.
Women’s Fellowship. 9 a.m., Pope John Paul II Catholic Church classrooms, 353 S. Pagosa Blvd.
St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church Annual Clothing Giveaway Donation Acceptance. 9 a.m.-noon, St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church.
Great House Tour. 10:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This family-friendly tour goes to the top of the mesa ridge for a 360-degree panoramic view of the landscape and a close-up of the two pinnacles with stops along the way to learn about ancient Puebloan structures. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Pagosa Unplugged. 4-5 p.m., Sisson Library. Join a community of local musicians who play for fun and learning. Jams are the first and third Mondays of each month.
Conversational Spanish. 4-5 p.m., Sisson Library. Practice your Spanish conversation skills in a group setting. No minimum skill level required. A Sisson Library program.
DivorceCare. 6-7:30 p.m., Centerpoint Church library, 2750 Cornerstone Drive. DivorceCare is a program that provides a safe environment for persons who have gone through, are going through or are considering going through a divorce. You can register online or join at any class during the 13-week session. For more information, call Jim and Holly Shook at (951) 733-1893 or email jshookup@gmail.com, or the church at (970) 731-2205 or centerpointchurchpagosa@gmail.com. There is no cost for the program.
Veterans for Veterans of Archuleta County. 9 a.m., Pagosa Bible Church, 209 Harman Park Drive. Veterans and family members are invited to share experiences with vets of all ages. Find out about the latest in vets benefits, vets news and community-focused events. Contact (970) 880-8387 for more details.
St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church Annual Clothing Giveaway Donation Acceptance. 9 a.m.-noon, St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church.
A Day in the Life of the Ancients Tour. 9:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. A family-oriented tour along the accessible Mesa Village Trail to visit an ancient agricultural village and learn about daily life 1,000 years ago. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Coffee and Kiddos Playgroup. 10-11 a.m., Aspire Medical Services and Education, 602 S. 8th St. For those with kids ages birth to 3 years old.
Pagosa Springs Stitchers. 10 a.m.-noon, Community United Methodist Church, 434 Lewis St. Bring your current stitching project and a snack/drink if you wish, and enjoy the fellowship of other stitchers. All are welcome.
Stretching and Mobility Class. 10-11 a.m., Senior Center. A stretching and mobility class for those ages 55 and up.
Great House Tour. 10:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This family-friendly tour goes to the top of the mesa ridge for a 360-degree panoramic view of the landscape and a close-up of the two pinnacles with stops along the way to learn about ancient Puebloan structures. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Bridge. 1:15 p.m., Senior Center.
Mahjong. 1:15 p.m., Senior Center.
Rummikub. 1:15-3:45 p.m., Senior Center.
Tween Book and Art Club. 4-5 p.m., Sisson Library. For ages 11-14. Adventure with books and art activities in this fun-filled hour. This month’s book is “Odder” by Katherine Applegate. Copies are available to check out at the library. Snacks will be provided.
Walt Dabney ‘Public Lands Champion’ Speaking Tour. 5-7 p.m., Sisson Library. Join for a talk on how important public lands are. Presented in partnership with the Sierra Club.
Pagosa Springs Varsity Volleyball. 6 p.m., Pagosa Springs High School. Pagosa Springs High School vs. Bayfield.
Lecture: Dr. John Kappelman, ‘The Dating Game: Archaeological Dating Method.’ 6-7:30 p.m., Community United Methodist Church, 434 Lewis St. Kappelman will demonstrate how archaeologists determine the age of ancient objects and events, and why the approaches are important for understanding and interpreting the past.
St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church Annual Clothing Giveaway Donation Acceptance. 9 a.m.-noon, St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church.
A Day in the Life of the Ancients Tour. 9:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. A family-oriented tour along the accessible Mesa Village Trail to visit an ancient agricultural village and learn about daily life 1,000 years ago. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Kids Kare. 9:30-11:30 a.m., Pagosa Bible Church, 209 Harman Park Drive. A weekly club for 3- to 5-year-olds where the Bible is taught with songs, stories, object lessons, games and more.
Family Storytime. 10-11 a.m., Sisson Library. Join us for an educational hour of reading, singing and free play while building early literacy skills together. For all ages. Call (970) 264-2209 for more information.
Great House Tour. 10:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This family-friendly tour goes to the top of the mesa ridge for a 360-degree panoramic view of the landscape and a close-up of the two pinnacles with stops along the way to learn about ancient Puebloan structures. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Bridge. 1:15 p.m., Senior Center.
Mexican Train Dominoes. 1:15 p.m., Senior Center.
Mindful Drawing. 1:30 p.m., Senior Center.
Phone-in Legal Clinic. 2-3:40 p.m., Sisson Library. Meet with a volunteer civil attorney via 20-minute phone appointments. Registration opens Oct. 1 and space is limited. Registration is required. Call (970) 264-2209.
Make Your Own Moving Hand. 4-5 p.m., Sisson Library. For ages 6-10. Spooking season is around the corner. Learn how to make a hand that you can move around in mysterious ways.
A Tour of Two Trails. 5 p.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This tour provides an in-depth discussion along the Great House Trail about the connection of Chimney Rock to the greater Chacoan culture, the significance of the mesa-top Great House and the day-to-day lives of the ancestral inhabitants of Chimney Rock. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Ruby’s Writers Guild. 9-11 a.m., Sisson Library. Ruby’s Writers Guild welcomes writers who are looking for opportunities, support and camaraderie with other writers. Members provide support, resources and guidance for each other.
St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church Annual Clothing Giveaway Donation Acceptance. 9 a.m.-noon, St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church.
‘Written in Bark — Aspens and Arborglyphs’ Hike. 9 a.m. The hike is free, but sign-up is required at SJMA.org.
A Day in the Life of the Ancients Tour. 9:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. A family-oriented tour along the accessible Mesa Village Trail to visit an ancient agricultural village and learn about daily life 1,000 years ago. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Great House Tour. 10:30 a.m., Chimney Rock National Monument. This family-friendly tour goes to the top of the mesa ridge for a 360-degree panoramic view of the landscape and a close-up of the two pinnacles with stops along the way to learn about ancient Puebloan structures. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more information and tickets, visit www.chimneyrockco.org or call (877) 444-6777.
Tech Time. 2-4 p.m., Sisson Library. Taylor will answer basic questions related to computers, smartphones, tablets, etc., and provide assistance with accessing any of the library’s online resources. Bring your device charger and passwords.
Pagosa Springs Varsity Boys’ Soccer. 4 p.m., Pagosa Springs High School. Pagosa Springs High School vs. Bayfield.
Teen Secret Snacks. 4-5 p.m., Sisson Library. For ages 14-17. See if you really know your favorite treats. Join for tasty treats and a few laughs as you try a few different secret snacks. Get them all right for a small prize.
‘Thinking Like Water’ Kickoff Screening: ‘Willing to Try Things.’ 7 p.m., Liberty Theatre. Join a collaboration of local organizations for the kickoff screening of the five part film series. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
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