The San Juan Record from Monticello, Utah (2024)

September 19, 1997 Page 18 Cross Currents Fun Guide From page 17 13th Annual Wine Tasting and Silent Auction Benefit for the Animas Museum. Fine wines, locally-brewed beer and delicious hors doeuvres make for a festive, informal social gathering at the Animas Museum on Friday, September 19, from 5-8 p.m. Si 5 per person525 per couple. 970-259-2402. Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge A Work of Heart ASXVAL ARTS CRAFTS FESTIVAL at the Ilvciihu Tabernacle ISaptist Church 2400 N.

Butler Farmington, NM Oct. ISth 9-4 Vendors call for booth resen ation (505) 327-4056 reception on Friday, September 26, from 5 to 9 p.m. during the Colorfest Gallery Walk. Martin Roll Galleiy is at 635 East Second Avenue, and hours are from 1 0 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday through Satuiday, and by appointment. 970-247-22 1 1 Innovative)' Interfaced, an exhibition of art and literary work by Fort Lewis Colleges staff and faculty is showcased in FLCs Reed Library through September 26. Admission is free. 970-217-7167. Beginning September 22 and continuing until October 16, an exhibit featuring life-size three-dimensional female skins ill be on display at the Fort Lew is College Fine Arts Gallery.

Sculptor, designer and fabricator Elizabeth Ingraham from Seattle uses fabric or lace in her work, with some of the exhibits embellished with hundreds of shells and bones. These skins explore emotional issues and female identity. Free. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Fridav, and by appointment. 970-247-7167'. The Animas Museum is featuring a new exhibit entitled Treasures from the Loom Navajo Weavings from the Animas Museums Collection. The exhibit will include both historic and contemporary weavings. The museum and gift shop, open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.

to 6 p.m., is located at 31st Street and West 2nd Avenue. 970-259-2402. The Southern Ute Cultural Center Museum and Gift Shop features an exhibit of traditional and contemporary Native American art work by local Ute and other tribal members. The Southern Ute Cultural Center Museum is north of the Sky Ute Casino and Motel on Colorado Highway 172 in Ignacio. The museum is open Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m.

to 3 p.m., and Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission into the museum and the multi-media room, where The Ute Legacy video production is show is 1 for adults and 50-cents for children under 12 years. Southern Ute tribal members are admitted free of charge. 970-563-9583 or milking, team penning, and kids mutton busting.

Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5. $10 adults; children 12 and under free. 7:30 p.m. La Plata County Fairgrounds. 970-247-1666.

4th Annual Hunters Appreciation Day. Prizes, hunting-related seminars, elk calling contest, hunting-related giveaways and a free barbecue highlight the day at Sky Ute Casino on Saturday, October 18. 970-563-3000. Oktoberfest. Amateur brewing contest, over 50 different beers, German food and dancing at the Durango Fairgrounds from 6-10 p.m.

on Saturday, October 18. 970-259-2606. Journey of Hope 5K Family Run and Walk for breast cancer awareness on Saturdav, October 25, at the Fort low is College softball fields. 970-382-621 1. Dance James Sewell Ballet in performance at the Fort Lewis College Community Concert Hall at 8 p.m.

Saturday, September 20. S22. 50 plaza seats; $20 orchestra; $15 balcony. 970-259-2606. Workshops Lectures WomenFest 97.

An educational and entertaining one-day seminar for and about omen. More than 30 workshops, keynote speaker, lunch, door prizes and free child care. Saturday, October 18, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Escalante Middle School.

$20. 970-247-1242. Exhibits, Chum Sites Toh-Atin Gallery, one of the most respected sources for Southwestern and Native American art, will kick off its 40th anniversary on September 26, with works from the Burnham Weavers, Oreland Joe, Jim Rev, David Copher and Chris Marona. On Friday, September 26, there will be a reception to meet the artists from 5-9 p.m. The exhibit will run through October 26.

970-247-8277. Martin Roll Gallery presents Frank Howdl Retrospective during the month of September. Frank Howell is an internationally recognized Master Artist, and this special show spans over 20 years of his career. There will be a Railroad Photographers Special. Several photo run-bys and meets make a great opportunity to photograph the Silverton train for photographers and rail fans.

$75 per person. 888-872-4607. Gallery Walk. Walk the an galleries, discover available items and validate your passpon with the galleries to be eligible for a $400 gift cenificate to be used at the gallery of your choice. Friday, September 26, from 5 to 9 p.m.

Special exhibits run through October 4. 970-247-1281. Cowboy Extravaganza. During this second annual gala on Friday, September 26, at Termar Gallery, Ron Urban and Red Greer provide entenainment, with special guest performance by Dallas Bono, opera tenor of Pavarotti class. Speci.il one-night prices on everything in the gallery.

Refreshments. 970-247-3728. Sky Ute Casino 4th Anniversary Celebration. Giveaways and specials on Friday, September 26, to celebrate their anniversary. 970-563-3000.

Alzheimers Association Memory Walk is Saturday, September 27, at 10:30 a.m. at the Fort lewis College stadium. Registration is at 8:30 a.m. 970-259-9S46. Share the Trails Team Triathlon.

Bringing the areas largest trail user groups together horsem*n, hikers and mountain bikers to raise funds for the environmental educational programs of the San Juan Mountains Association on Saturday, September 27, at the Log Chutes Trail, northwest of Durango. Former world mountain-biking champion Ned Overend and actor Rick Schroder are honorary co-chairmen. 970-385-1210. Durango Cowboy Gathering. Evening performances of cowboy poetry and music nightlv at the Fort Lewis College Community Concert Hall, with many activities throughout the week.

Thursdav-Sundav, October 2-5. 970-259-2165. 1st Annual Manna Soup Kitchen Fall Colors Golf Tournament. Four-plaver scramble at Tamarron Resort, ith proceeds benefiting the Manna Soup Kitchen. $100 per player entry fee.

970-259-5888 or 970-259-2000. Family Ranch Rodeo Series. Finals for old-style stock saddle bronc riding, team roping, paint branding, wild cow 'TU" j. Ay -w 1 DOLORES 1 1c Ah RIVER TRADING Co. Tlnited Design Collectables JAngcls Santa Clauses ri Sr rj.

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The San Juan Record from Monticello, Utah (2024)

FAQs

What is San Juan Utah known for? ›

San Juan County, in the heart of the Colorado Plateau, is a big country of mesas, gorges, canyons, cliffs, high desert plains, and astonishing rock formations. The mighty Colorado and San Juan rivers as well as smaller streams have carved deep canyons and unusual erosional forms in the colorful sedimentary rock.

How big is Monticello Utah? ›

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.6 square miles (6.7 km2), all land, making it the largest city in the county in terms of area. Monticello is located at the base of the Abajo Mountains, or the Blue Mountains, which are part of the Manti-La Sal National Forest.

Why is San Juan so famous? ›

As the oldest European-founded city in the Americas, San Juan is the beating heart of history and culture in Puerto Rico.

Is Monticello, Utah a good place to live? ›

Living in Monticello offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many families, young professionals, and retirees live in Monticello and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Monticello are above average.

How deep is Monticello Lake? ›

Monticello Reservoir
Max. width2.5 mi (4.0 km)
Max. depth89 ft (27 m)
Surface elevation387 ft (118 m)
SettlementsJenkinsville, South Carolina
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Is Monticello, Utah worth visiting? ›

Monticello is the oft-overlooked neighbor to Moab, UT. Because Moab can get very busy during the busy season, you might want to try a visit to Monticello, UT instead. Monticello is a bit smaller, and a little further from the interstate, but it offers some amazing hiking, archeological sites, and educational venues.

What is San Juan city famous for? ›

The city is known historically for the site of the first battle of the Katipunan, the organization which led the 1896 Philippine Revolution against the Spanish Empire. Notable landmarks today such as Pinaglabanan Shrine and heritage homes are located in the city.

What is San Juan Hill known for? ›

Battle of San Juan Hill, the most significant U.S. land victory, and one of the final battles, of the Spanish-American War. It occurred on July 1, 1898.

What is St Juan known for? ›

St. Juan Diego was a 15th century indigenous Native American from Mexico, who saw a Marian apparition in 1531, now known as Our Lady of Guadalupe. The apparition has had a significant impact on the spread of the Catholic Faith within Mexico. He was canonized in 2002 as the Church's first indigenous American saint.

What is unique about the San Juan Mountains? ›

The San Juans contain some of the highest and most jagged summits in the continental United States, with twenty-eight peaks above 9,000 feet and thirteen Fourteeners. Uncompahgre Peak is the highest, measuring 14,309 feet.

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