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Upcoming events in Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County

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Here's a look at upcoming events in and around Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County. Find more events on our calendar.

Thursday, Oct. 15

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.

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.

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.

‘Chimney Rock: Knowing Our Ancient Puebloan Neighbors.’ 12:30-2 p.m., Sisson Library. Chimney Rock National Monument and the Chimney Rock Interpretive Association will present this lecture delivered by Denise Fisk and Joan Lucariello.

End of Life Education. 1 p.m., Community United Methodist Church, 434 Lewis St.

Tai Chi. 1:30-2:30 p.m., Senior Center. An Archuleta Senior Center program.

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.

Teen Scare-ariums. 4-5 p.m., Sisson Library. For grades 9-12/ages 14-17. Make a spooky terrarium in time for spooky season.

Planets, Popcorn and PJs with Pagosa Sidewalk Astronomers. 6:30-8:30 a.m., Sisson Library. The Pagosa Sidewalk Astronomers will teach about dark skies, constellations, planets and more. There will also be a telescope to look at the sky.

Friday, Oct. 16

San Juan Headwaters Forest Health Partnership. 9-11 a.m., Archuleta County administration building.

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.

Bingo. 1:30 p.m., Senior Center.

Pumpkin Party. 1:30-3 p.m., Centerpoint Church. Students in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to enjoy a Bible lesson and singing, along with pumpkin-themed games and snacks. To register, contact Leigh at (970) 903-8091. Sponsored by Child Evangelism Fellowship.

Crafternoon: Twisting Trees. 4-5 p.m., Sisson Library. For ages 3-5 with caregivers. Head to the library to learn how to make some spooking twisting trees.

Headwaters Happy Hour. 4 p.m., Motel SOCO. A casual gathering to discuss all things related to the forest and watershed health in the region. There wil be an informal presentation from a topic expert and Q-and-A.

Pagosa Springs Varsity Football. 7 p.m., Pagosa Springs High School. Pagosa Springs High School vs. Gunnison High School.

Thingamajig Theatre Company Presents ‘The Shark is Broken.’ 7 p.m., Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts, 2313 Eagle Drive. For tickets and more information, visit pagosacenter.org or call (970) 731-SHOW (7469).

Saturn Viewing. 8:30-9:30 p.m., Centennial Park. Join the Pagosa Sidewalk Astronomers to see Saturn’s rings with your own eyes through a telescope and learn what makes Saturn special.

Saturday, Oct. 17

Pagosa Piecemakers Quilt Guild. 9:30 a.m., Pagosa Bible Church, 209 Harman Park Drive. All quilters and wanna-be quilters are welcome. Social hour is from 9:30-10:30 a.m., with the meeting beginning at 10:30 a.m. For more information on meetings and classes, email pagosapiecemakers@gmail.com.

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.

Puzzle Palooza. 11 a.m.-noon, Sisson Library. Put together some puzzles and have some family fun.

Friends of the Library Social Gathering and Membership Drive. 5-7 p.m., Sisson Library. Current Friends and those who want to join are welcome to join the gathering for appetizers, drinks and desserts.

Thingamajig Theatre Company Presents ‘The Shark is Broken.’ 7 p.m., Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts, 2313 Eagle Drive. For tickets and more information, visit pagosacenter.org or call (970) 731-SHOW (7469).

Sunday, Oct. 18

Thingamajig Theatre Company Presents ‘The Addams Family Musical.’ 3 p.m., Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts, 2313 Eagle Drive. For tickets and more information, visit pagosacenter.org or call (970) 731-SHOW (7469).

Monday, Oct. 19

Women’s Fellowship. 9 a.m., Pope John Paul II Catholic Church classrooms, 353 S. Pagosa Blvd.

Line Dancing. 9:30-11 a.m., PLPOA Clubhouse, 230 Port Ave. Beginners meet at 9:30 a.m. and the advance group meets at 10:15 a.m. If you haven’t attended before, please call Beverly at (970) 264-2064 for more information.

Planned Giving Workshop for Nonprofits. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sisson Library. Registration is $30 per person. Registration is available at https://cfssc.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=3211, and the full series schedule is posted at https://www.swcommunityfoundation.org/year-end-ask-series-august-november-2026/.

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.

Tuesday, Oct. 20

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.

Veterans for Veterans of Archuleta County. 10 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.

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. 9:45-10:45 a.m., Senior Center. A stretching and mobility class for those ages 55 and up.

End of Life Education. 1 p.m., Community United Methodist Church, 434 Lewis St.

Bridge. 1:15 p.m., Senior Center.

Mahjong. 1:15 p.m., Senior Center.

Rummikub. 1:15-3:45 p.m., Senior Center.

Tween and Teen Pinch Pottery Class. 4-5 p.m., Sisson Library. For ages 12 and up. All materials will be provided. Registration is required by calling (970) 264-2209.

Men’s Fellowship. 6 p.m., Pope John Paul II Catholic Church classrooms, 353 S. Pagosa Blvd.

Wednesday, Oct. 21

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.

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.

Bridge. 1:15 p.m., Senior Center.

Mexican Train Dominoes. 1:15 p.m., Senior Center.

Mindful Drawing. 1:30 p.m., Senior Center.

Spy Night. 4-5 p.m., Sisson Library. For ages 6-10. Learn what it takes to be a spy. Crack the codes, find the clues and discover the mystery that awaits you.

Pagosa Springs High School Booster Club. 5:30 p.m., Pagosa Springs High School.

Weminuche Audubon Society. 6 p.m., Community United Methodist Church, 434 Lewis St. Meet at 6 p.m. to socialize before the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.weminucheaudubon.org for a Zoom link if unable to attend in person.

Thingamajig Theatre Company Presents ‘The Shark is Broken.’ 7 p.m., Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts, 2313 Eagle Drive. For tickets and more information, visit pagosacenter.org or call (970) 731-SHOW (7469).