Release Party: Mixed at Mancos Album Available this Month!

January 15, 2025

Join the League of Women Voters of Montezuma County and Denis Boon at the Cortez Public Library on Saturday, Jan. 18 for the presentation of their informative travelogue. Tuesday, Jan. 21, the Montezuma Leadership Network is partnering with the Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce to hold a lunch and learn about creating accountability within organizations. The Sunflower Theatre is screening the documentary Every Little Thing on Friday, Jan. 24 at 7:00 p.m. The Mancos Creative District is hosting a release party for the Mixed in Mancos 2024 album party on Saturday, Jan. 25 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Mancos Brewing Company. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Big O Tires and Blondie's Trophy Room.

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League of Women Voters - https://www.lwv.org/
League of Women Voters of Montezuma County - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566916162238
Cortez Public Library - https://www.cortezco.gov/761/Library
Mancos Brewing Company - https://mancosbrewingcompany.com/
Mancos Creative District - https://mancoscreativedistrict.com/
Farmington Hill - https://farmingtonhill.com/
Little Wilderness - https://www.reverbnation.com/littlewilderness8
The Crags - https://www.instagram.com/the.crags/?hl=en
Montezuma Leadership Network - https://montezumaleadershipnetwork.org/
Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce - https://www.cortezchamber.com/
Sunflower Theatre - https://sunflowertheatre.org/

Big O Tires - https://www.bigotires.com/location/co-cortez-81321/006168
Blondie's Trophy Room - https://www.facebook.com/Blondiestrophyroom/

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Join the League of Women Voters of Montezuma County, and Montezuma Leadership Network for informational presentations on January 18th, and 21st respectively. On January 24th, the Sunflower Theater is screening the film, "Every Little Thing." On January 25th, you are invited to celebrate the release of the Mixed in Mancos album. You're watching the "Local News Roundup," brought to you by Big O Tires and Blondie's Trophy Room. I'm Connor Shreve. Join the League of Women Voters of Montezuma County, and Dennis Boone on Saturday, January 18th for the presentation of their informative travel log titled, "Chasing Hemingway Through Africa." The presentation will take place at the Cortez Public Library from 10:15 AM to 12:30 PM. On Tuesday, January 21st, the Montezuma Leadership Network is partnering with the Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce to hold a lunch and learn about creating accountability within organizations. The class will take place at the Chamber of Commerce from noon to one, and will be hosted by Angie Beal. Registration is open on the Montezuma Leadership Network website, and costs $30 with lunch included. The Sunflower Theater is showing the film, "Every Little Thing," on Friday, January 24th at 7:00 PM. The film documents a wildlife rehabbers fight to save injured hummingbirds in Los Angeles, and the lessons they taught her about fragility and resilience along the way. Tickets are $10, and are available on the Sunflower Theater website. The Mixed in Mancos 2024 album, recorded in March of 2024 is being released this month. To celebrate, the Mancos Creative District is hosting a release party Saturday, January 25th from five to 9:00 PM at Mancos Brewing Company. The album features music from the Crags, Farmington Hill, and Little Wilderness. It'll be available on vinyl, CD, and streaming services. Pre-ordered albums will be available to pick up at the party. You can learn more about these and other stories online@montezumalocal.news. Thanks for watching this edition of the "Local News Roundup." I'm Connor Shreve.

Release Party: Mixed at Mancos Album Available this Month!

Free Leadership Course Kicks Off January 15

The Cortez Chamber of Commerce is offering a free, six-week course on the fundamentals of leadership and management to begin Jan. 15. The Montezuma County Board of County Commissioners invites residents to share their thoughts and help build a stronger community at the town hall meeting on Monday, Jan. 13. The Mancos Creative District received a Traditional Arts Project Grant from Colorado Creative Industries and seeks four artists to teach an art or craft class. Montezuma County experienced record-breaking involvement in this year’s Community Connections 5th Annual Festival of Wreaths. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Choice Building Supply and Keesee Motors.

Christmas Trees for Conservation

San Juan Mountains Association is holding its Christmas Trees for Conservation fundraiser. Come pick up your Christmas tree and support stewardship and conservation education on Southwest Colorado’s public land. By Sadie Smith. This story is sponsored by FLC Center for Innovation and Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.

Winter Arts and Crafts

Looking for a good cozy winter activity? Get your copy of the Historic Cortez Coloring Book, featuring artwork from over 20 local artists. The book, released earlier this year, has multiple designs inspired by Southwest Colorado and Montezuma County and is perfect for coloring enthusiasts and beginners alike. The Town of Dolores has put out a call to artists of all ages for a new logo design. With three age categories available, there’s a chance for everyone to show off their design skills. Submit your design by the end of December, and the winning logo will be announced Jan. 31, 2025. The Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce invites you to the annual community holiday gathering Thursday, Dec. 12 at Moondog Cafe and Bakery. Celebrate the holidays with the awards ceremony for the Person of the Year, Non-Profit of the Year, Business of the Year, and Cowboy/Cowgirl of the Year. By Hannah Robertson. This story is sponsored by Big O Tires and Hospice of Montezuma.

Join the Parade! Entry Forms Due by Nov. 30

Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Olde Fashioned Christmas on Friday, Dec. 6 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The City of Cortez is establishing new office hours to give staff an early start to their weekend starting Monday, Dec. 2. The Shield 616 Angel Armor Vest presentation is coming up on Monday, Dec. 2nd. The Four Corners Board of Realtors 34th Annual Parade of Lights is accepting entries for parade participants through Thursday, Nov. 30 at 5:00 p.m. The parade will be held on Main Street in Cortez on Saturday, Dec. 7 starting at 6:00 p.m. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Keesee Motor Company and Blondie’s Trophy Room.

Local Food & Farms Investment

The Good Food Collective helped 16 local food producers earn business-improving grants from the Colorado Department of Agriculture. Local retailers are using the funds for infrastructure improvements to help provide fresh food to underserved areas. By Connor Shreve. This story is sponsored by Blondie’s Trophy Room and Choice Building Supply.

Festival of Wreaths and Mancos Valley Annual Awards

Tour more than 50 wreaths downtown Cortez during Community Connections’ 5th Annual Festival of Wreaths. The festival will be held Monday, Nov. 25 through Sunday, Dec. 8. Dolores’ annual Turkey Trot is happening at 9:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28. Vitalant is conducting a blood drive for the Dolores community on Tuesday, Nov. 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Dolores Community Center. Nominations for Mancos Valley Annual Awards are due on Thursday, Dec. 5 with winners announced at the Mancos Chamber Community Holiday Gathering on Thursday, Dec. 12. By Rachel Hughes. This story is sponsored by Keesee Motor Company and Hospice of Montezuma.