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An angler displays the pay off for patience: a plump brown trout./ Photo by Stephen Eginoire

Try, try again

Pleased to meat you

The new normal

After denial, affordable housing developer plans to return p8

2nd Deli feeds downtown niche for a sandwich & a beer p11

DAC dra-musical tackles mental illness, family dysfunction p14

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4 La Vida Local

Common ground

Developer vows to revamp and return after affordable development denied

by Tracy Chamberlin

4 Thumbin’ It 5 Word on the Street

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6-7 Soapbox

Slicin’ and dicin’ New 2nd Deli feeds niche for legit downtown delicatessen

by Jennaye Derge

10 Mountain Town News

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12-13 Day in the Life

Shroomin’

16 Flash in the Pan

Late summer is the perfect time for a fungal foray into the forest photos by Stephen Eginoire

17 Top Shelf

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18-20 On the Town

The new normal DAC stages dra-musical about family’s struggle with mental illness

by Stew Mosberg

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21 Free Will Astrology

Getting spicy

22-23 Classifieds

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Going gonzo

Hunter S. Thompson may have left us in 2005, but for a few short weeks, he’ll be reincarnated in Silverton.

On Sept 4, shooting for the low-budget film on Thompson’s 1970 bid for Pitkin County sheriff, “Freak Power in the Rockies,” is set to begin, according to the Silverton Standard. Directed by Robert Kennedy III (yes, that Kennedy), the lead role will be played by Jay Bulger. A filmmaker by trade, Bulger became a Netflix sensation with his series “Beware of Mr. Baker,” a documentary on legendary rock drummer Ginger Baker.

Other stars include Susan Sarandon and Don “Miami Vice” Johnson. Silverton’s real-life Sherriff Bruce Conrad is also involved and is credited as a co-producer in the film, according to the Standard.

With Silverton standing in as Aspen circa 1970, filmBulger ing is set to last six weeks and bring in 75 people to the tiny town. Kennedy secured $300,000 in state incentives to make the movie in Colorado. It is based on the 2015 book Freak Power: Hunter S. Thompson’s Campaign for Sheriff, by Daniel Watkins. The film producers also reportedly acquired rights to a 1970 BBC documentary on Thompson’s campaign.

Fortunately for fans of Thompson’s writing, he ended up losing that campaign and instead went on to write his epic tomes Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1971) followed by Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail (1973). And despite Thompson’s loss, a lot of “freaky” events happened along his own campaign trail, including charges of voter intimidation and the mysterious theft of a box of dynamite. Of course, this all in addition to Thompson’s legendary affinity for booze, illicit drugs and firearms, on which he often remarked, "I hate to advocate drugs, alcohol, violence or insanity to anyone, but they've always worked for me."

WWJD?

An ode to the other great green chile of autumn

by Ari LeVaux

EDITORIALISTA: Missy Votel (missy@durangotelegraph.com)

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Ear to the ground:

“I’ve graduated from the barnoculars to the binoculars.”

– Yet another sure sign of getting old

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23 Haiku Movie Review STAR-STUDDED CAST: Lainie Maxson, Chris Aaland, Clint Reid, Stephen Eginoire, Tracy Chamberlin, Jesse Anderson, Allen Best, Zach Hively, Ari LeVaux, Stew Mosberg, Jennaye Derge and Shan Wells

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The Mormon Church is no longer – at least in name. Last week, leaders of the non-abbreviated Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints issued a directive to stop use of terms such as “Mormon,” “LDS,” and “Church of Latter Day Saints,” according to a report in the Deseret News.

"The Lord has impressed upon my mind the importance of the name He has revealed for His Church," President Nelson said in a statement. "We have work before us to bring ourselves in harmony with His will."

A style guide released alongside the statement asked people to avoid using “LDS” or the nickname “Mormon” as substitutes for the Church’s name.

Ironically, the announcement came via one of the church's official websites, mormonnewsroom.org.

Of course, this also leaves questions for institutions such as the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, LDS Charities and the film series, "Meet the Mormons," which details the lives of Church members.

Church leaders declined to comment on specifics, saying in time, God’s plan will be revealed. "In the coming months, Church websites and materials will be updated to reflect this direction from President Nelson," read a statement.

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LaVidaLocal Next stop: Platinum As expert recording artists, my bandmate and I recently booked our first-ever studio time. Some people think we are jumping ahead, because we have not even played our first gig yet. However, the preference comes down to a matter of opinions, only one of which is right.

Live music delivers a certain energy, I grant you. It’s a bit of a highwire act, where anything is possible, and any number of musicians could plummet to their deaths. However, music wasn’t ever intended as a spontaneous, generative, communal act of creation. Music isn’t designed to incorporate our human flaws, those little moments when we play the wrong note or start singing a different song altogether. That’s what jazz is for.

Recorded music, on the other hand, doesn’t force your performance to compete with beer and women for anyone’s attention in the moment. The producer at the soundboard is your entire audience until you eventually acquire some groupies, and he gives you his complete attention. Recording music is what he loves to do. And also, you are paying him.

In the studio, you also negate the risk of music’s ephemeral transience. With live music, the moment you hear has already happened.

It’s in the past. The same is true with recorded music, of course, only you can play back every breath and every beat as many times as you like until the neighbors call the police.

Our soundman (who would like to remain anonymous, which is why I’m avoiding publicly thanking Scott “Scooter” Smith at SoundSmith Audio for his skill in recording us with more nuance and depth than I ever managed with my Voice Memos app) had one simple recommendation for us as our recording date approached: Practice the songs.

“Play them a thousand times,” he said, “because I guarantee you’ll forget how to play them when you step into the studio.”

I understood how some musicians might succumb to nerves like that.

So I was certain to play our songs once a day, every day, for the entire weekend beforehand. I felt good about “laying down these tracks,” as those in the biz say, because our band has no pressure to succeed.

Some musicians, like Beethoven, have the weight of their reputation boxing them into perfection. Others, like Bob Dylan, have to live up to

their accolades, and there’s nowhere to go but down after landing a song in a Victoria’s Secret commercial. Our band – let’s call it “Oxygen on Embers,” because that is its name – can do whatever it wants, because we are true artists, beholden to no industry standards or capricious fans, so long as they buy our merch.

Pressure-free, we arrived at the studio at noon, because rock ’n’ rollers don’t do things in the morning. Rock ’n’ rollers also don’t typically carry their own instruments, but we believe in not hiring roadies until we’ve paid off our studio time. So we hauled in all the gear two people need to record three songs in an afternoon: electric guitar, acoustic guitar, tenor guitar, ukulele, harmonicas in five keys, a very fine hat, amplifiers, snacks, lucky totems, a framed photograph, picks, capos, straps, and a shaker egg, just in case.

Unloading the cars spent a significant but necessary amount of our studio time, so we set right to work recording, as soon as we tuned our instruments and ate a snack and confirmed that we had practiced the same three songs over the weekend. Scooter, it turned out, still had work to do too. For instance, he had to demonstrate for us how to wear headphones so we could hear ourselves.

And I mean HEAR ourselves. One can spend one’s whole life talking to oneself, and singing in one’s shower where the acoustics are particularly resonant. One can even listen to one’s own voicemail recording.

And still, one is underprepared to discover just how amazing one sounds, even if one is apparently a little flat, although I honestly can’t tell the difference.

The rest of the afternoon is a haze of drugs and booze, which sounds way more rock ’n’ rollerish than singling out one member of the band for enduring a case of nerves. We discovered just how long you can spend working on recording and re-recording the guitar solo for a single song, and we learned that high-quality speakers make us sound WAY better than playing at an open mic night.

Most of all, we learned that we are doing the right thing by pursuing our passions and being true to our art. So buy our album when it comes out! You can feel good knowing that 100 percent of our profits will probably benefit a roadie in need.

Thumbin’It Better-than-expected sales tax for June, with Durango’s Central Business District down 3.3 percent (and up 2 percent year to date) and Silverton’s down 24 percent, which town officials described as a “best-case” scenario Colorado’s Air Quality Control Commission taking steps to adopt the state’s own low-emissions vehicle standards, despite the White House’s move to slacken emissions rules The largest project in city history, the $55 million wastewater treatment plant, coming in on budget and time, and already leading to marked improvements in water quality

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– Zach Hively

This Week’s Sign of the Downfall: Yet another year of New Mexico crime, news and political ads for local residents after TV stations in that state blocked a move by the FCC to bring Denver TV to La Plata County The EPA’s effort to gut the Clean Power Plan and restore coal to its former glory, despite undeniable market forces pushing utilities toward natural gas and renewables Dire warnings if the U.S. trade war escalates, with the President of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce predicting it could cost Colorado $277 million in exports and threaten 733,000 jobs

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Le Downfall Paris put urinals on the streets – the authorities couldn’t stop drunk Parisians from peeing in public, so they embraced the trend with a classic “if you can’t beat them, give them bright red boxes to pee in” paradigm. They even put a flag above each “Uritrottoir” with a cartoon of a peeing man for guys too drunk to figure it out. Each urinal is filled with straw that turns into compost, and then the compost is used to plant flowers on top of the urinals: it’s like the circle of life, but gross.

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WordontheStreet With the Iron Horse Motorcycle Rally coming up, the Telegrap h asked: “Who would you like to ride off into the sunset with?”

“My husband.”

Laurel LaRue

Gary LaRue

“Megan Fox.”

“My two dogs, Chester and Remmy.”

“My father.”

Natalie Johnson

“Now I have to say my wife, then.”

Terry Johnson

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ReTooned/by Shan Wells

Who’s the real dog?

To the editor, My late golden retriever would never call Trump a human. He was too smart a dog. Dogs are an excellent judge of character, and Trump knows they don’t like him.

Rest in peace, Buddy. We miss you.

– Gifford Holt, Durango

A new use for firefighter signs To the editor, After reading a recent letter in the “Ask Rachel” column from a reader who was concerned about what should be done with the “Thank you firefighters” signs that have been seen all over town, I wanted to offer a suggestion. The 30th anniversary of the Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering takes place Oct. 4-7. The Cowboy Parade will be held at 10 a.m. Sat., Oct. 6. The day begins at 7:30 a.m. with a chuckwagon breakfast in the parking lot at 5th and Main. Our special guests will be the Durango firefighters and local emergency personnel. We would like to encourage everyone to come to the parade, bring a sign or banner, and let these phenomenal men and women know how much we appreciate their efforts in protecting our community. Please visit our website for more information. www.durangocowboygathering.org – Pam Jacobs, Cowboy Gathering Parade coordinator

Sheriff successful on many fronts To the editor, This letter is written with strong support of Sheriff Sean Smith’s re-election November 2018. Before Sheriff Smith’s 2014 election, La Plata County “Expected More,” and we have gotten much “More.”

In a recent letter to the editor (Durango Herald, July 27) the writer claimed that Sheriff Smith has been a “failure.”

I take strong and factual exception to this claim. Just to mention a few of Sheriff Smith’s accomplishments: saved

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second School Safety Officer; created cooperative Special Operations Team with regional policing and protection leaders; designed and implemented digital management and procedural systems; modernized electronics, jail control rooms and patrol cars; increased visibility and engagement with county citizenry; AND, in this case, “et cetera” is a key word. www.reelectsean smith.com – Kathleen Adams, Durango

Religion: the root of a lot of evil To the editor, So, I’ve really been in need of a good anti-Trump rant for months now.

It’s usually very cathartic and somewhat satisfying, at least in the short term. But, I just don’t have the time.

And to be honest, if the Telegraph printed all of it (and there’s a ton or material), they would have to print a second edition. No, today I’m spewing about organized religion. Also known as, the God Squad.

Just last week, we heard that the Catholic Church, once again, is responsible for the rape of young children and a subsequent cover up. As horrible as this is, this is no longer shocking or even newsworthy.

It’s common practice, and it’s tolerated. When was the last time you heard about a group of atheists (or even one) raping hundreds of children (or even one)? Or how about the state-sponsored terrorism perpetuated by Israel over the Palestinian people? Anyone familiar with the facts and history could honestly say this is clearly a case of slow-motion genocide, with Israel’s protector, the United States, standing by nodding with approval.

Even in this Banana Republic, the Religious Right has waged a successful campaign against common sense medical procedures and treatment for women all because apparently, their “beliefs” and “faith” trump (I intended that) necessary health care. Have you ever heard of an atheist or agnostic strapping a bomb to their chest and killing dozens of people in a market or shopping mall? All

in the name of their “God?” I’d like to finish with an obvious question. Is religion the cure or the disease?

Boom.

– Bill Vana, Durango

What’s a teacher to do? No, really To the editor, When I went off to college to learn to be a teacher, the responsibility of an elementary school teacher was mostly teaching “reading, ’riting and ’rithmetic,” the 3R’s. Social studies, science and physical education rounded out the curriculum. Then came monitoring the cafeteria, to accommodate students receiving free lunch, then free breakfast.

Students, we determined, couldn’t learn if they were hungry. Now we have decided that there are many other demands on a teacher’s time that are “necessary” for students to learn so we’ve expanded the “mission” of school.

Since I’ve been a member of the State Board of Education, I’ve visited with teachers, administrators and taxpayers in the school districts I represent. I’ve found that we’ve come a long way from the “3 R’s.” For example, teachers are now required, in teacher prep programs, to take courses that enable them to teach non-English speaking students. Classes aren’t directed toward any specific language but languages in general (HB14-1298). The students are called English Language Learners (ELL). If teachers are already in the classroom, they are required to take continuing education courses in ELL as they earn credits to maintain their teaching credential.

Another tough duty is dealing with special needs students. I recently visited with several special education (SPED) teachers who specialize in autism. Some students are with their SPED teacher for part of the day and integrated into a general classroom the rest of the day. The SPED teachers told me that it is essential that all classroom teachers take specific coursework in teaching and understanding students with autism. So far this is not a requirement.

Teachers are also expected to incorporate “social and emotional” lessons into their classroom curriculum. Students are coming to school without skills usually learned at home; therefore, teachers need to include social-emotional skills in classroom lessons. Teachers are also required to have an understanding of suicide prevention, depression, mental illness and bullying. And then there’s drug prevention, sex education and “safe schools.” It’s understandable why school administrators continue to request more school counselors and health professionals to address these needs.

Another area where teachers need ongoing professional development is in technology and its effective use in the classroom. On the flip side, parents are becoming more concerned about too much “screen time” for their students in and out of school. Social skills and socialization may be compromised, say when too much time is spent on technology.

On a positive note, with the economy doing better, the Legislature put 10 percent more into the K-12 budget for 2019. A superintendent on the West Slope said he was giving his teachers a raise. As the economy improves, the Legislature sees the probability of more money in the future.

I ask you, “What’s a teacher to do?” Only one word comes to mind, RECESS! – Joyce Rankin, State Board of Education representing the Third Congressional District

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The property at 6559 County Road 203, pictured above, is zoned as 1-acre, single-family under the Animas Valley Land Use Plan adopted in 1994. Greg Yucha, who runs Veracity Construction and currently owns the lot, asked the La Plata County Board of Commissioners to approve his request to rezone the property multi-family to match nearby lots, where mobile home parks currently sit./Photo by Stephen Eginoire

Searching for common ground Developer plans to regroup, return to county after initial denial

by Tracy Chamberlin

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t was a bit of a fact-finding mission for Greg Yucha. An opportunity to get feedback and find out what the La Plata County Board of Commissioners might want to see in the future.

At Tuesday morning’s commissioners meeting, Yucha asked the three-member board to consider rezoning a portion of 15 acres that he owns on the north end of County Road 203 from single-family residential to multi-family.

Because county employees with the Planning Department didn’t support the change and the Planning Commission previously voted 4-1 against the request, Yucha wasn’t under the impression that this board would suddenly change course.

Under the current zoning, Yucha, owner of Veracity Construction and Yucha Investments, can build up to 27 residential units on one part of his property, and five single-family homes on another – for a total of 32 units. If the zoning change is approved, he’s looking at a more evenly spaced neighborhood of 35-40 affordable units spanning both portions of the property.

“Thirty-five to 40 units would provide wiggle room for affordability,” he said.

Or, he could build several large, more expensive homes

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on the property without any change to zoning. “All that really does is rule out the lower-income people,” he added, “which is unfortunate.”

The goal is the kind of affordable housing his employees could live in. “The county’s need for affordable housing is still there,” he said.

Yucha said affordable housing is important to him, and with that in mind he has brought a new idea to the table.

Well, not necessarily a brand new idea.

The concept is similar to a mobile home park, where residents buy the home and rent the lot. One difference with Yucha’s idea is that the home wouldn’t be mobile, but on a permanent foundation. The bigger difference, and what makes his idea unlike a mobile home park, is that the homeowner would have the option to buy the lot.

“It gives people the option to live in a stick-built home that will appreciate,” he said. “And, it gets them the chance to buy the land.”

Once equity is built with the home, the owner might be in a better position to buy the land – which is the real issue, according to Yucha.

“It’s the land price,” he added. “That’s what keeps people from buying a house.”

Yucha said his goal would be to keep the cost of the home to about $120,000, which is doable both from a construction

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standpoint and for those in need of affordable housing. The target price for the lot would be around $125,000.

One of the issues moving forward would be finding a financial institution willing to work with potential homeowners. Yucha has had some initial conversations with First National Bank of Durango, but at this point nothing is concrete. It’s still only an idea – but one he’s enthusiastic about.

“If we can make this work, other places could make this work,” he said.

Earlier this year, Yucha first contacted neighbors about the possibility of development on his property. Since then, it’s been met with some controversy.

Much of the debate came with the announcement that the mobile home park – which currently sits at the north end the property – would be expanded, an idea that was also mentioned at Tuesday’s meeting.

Yucha, however, said that concept is no longer on the table.

In a letter sent to neighbors following a community meeting in February, Yucha wrote, “Due to tremendous push back, I will no longer be looking to expand the current mobile home park.”

This was a point he repeated Tuesday – he’s no longer considering mobile homes. The ideas still on the table include building single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes4

and other smaller residences that Julie Westendorff voted against the rewould lend themselves to affordable quest, and Commissioner Brad Blake neighborhoods. voted for it.

“Unfortunately, as the density But, Yucha plans to return to the drops, so does the affordability,” he excounty next year. plained.

One thing he said he learned from Yucha’s request to increase density Tuesday’s meeting was that Lachelt by rezoning the single-family residenand Westendorff were particularly contial area to multi-family was first concerned with what’s called a debris fan sidered by the county’s Planning on one portion of the property from a Commission in May. During that previous drainage cutting through the meeting, residents were mixed on the nearby hillside. project.

According to county staff, it’s unThose who supported the request, known if the debris fan mapped for including a local teacher and educator, commissioners at Tuesday’s meeting spoke about how difficult it is to find was accurate or if the area in question affordable housing in Durango. Others, could produce any future hazards. including a local business owner, comThese answers are commonly admented on the problem of finding and dressed during the next part of the planretaining employees who face those ning phase, in which the developer goes same challenges. through the permitting process and an This particular challenge – finding analysis of the site is completed. and retaining employees – is one of the However, ahead of the vote Tuesday, reasons Yucha began this journey.

Lachelt and Westendorff expressed spe“It comes from the fact that my emcific concerns because of the recent ployees can’t afford land,” he explained. flooding that caused major damage at Yucha said half of his six employees the north end of the Animas Valley due live in Aztec because of the difficulty Greg Yucha, owner of Veracity Construction, currently owns two mobile home parks, pictured to runoff from the 416 Fire. finding affordable housing in Durango. above, at the north end of County Road 203. As part of his proposed development, he plans After hearing their comments on poThe others rent, paying more than to redevelop the parks and remove the mobile homes./Photo by Stephen Eginoire tential flooding and debris flows, Yucha $2,000 per month, all of which is not said he plans to get through the winter being saved and not allowing his employees to work to- lives in the Animas Valley, said at Tuesday’s meeting. and allow the subsequent spring runoff to play out. This Changes to zoning in the Animas Valley are not un- would give everyone a chance to witness any potential for ward homeownership.

Residents opposed to Yucha’s proposal expressed concerns precedented. Jason Meininger, La Plata County Planning flooding or debris flows. with continued development in the Animas Valley, increased Director, said Tuesday that in the past couple months two He also plans to pay for a geotechnical report which traffic along County Road 203 and a desire to adhere to cur- other requests for zoning changes in the area have been would include having experts examine the property, debris rent zoning requirements. Many of these concerns were re- approved. fan and address any concerns raised by commissioners.

Ultimately, the County Commissioners voted 2-1 to peated at the Board of County Commissioners’ meeting.

“I think the need for affordable housing is too great,” “We’re tired of new development,” Marie Roessler, who deny Yucha’s request. Commissioners Gwen Lachelt and Yucha said. “We want to resubmit (our proposal).” n

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MountainTownNews Emissions rise despite BC’s carbon tax

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WHISTLER, B.C. – If Whistler can’t figure out how to ratchet down its greenhouse gas emissions, what ski town can?

It’s in a province considered one of the most advanced in its thinking about climate change, with one of North America’s first carbon taxes. Whistler, a community of 12,000, has a goal of slashing emissions a third by 2020.

Barring a miracle, it won’t happen.

“I don’t see any way that we’re going to make that 2020 target,” Ted Battiston, a Whistler municipal staffer, said.

For several years, Whistler reduced emissions 3.8 percent annually as compared to the baseline year of 2007. Battiston attributed these reductions primarily to one-off projects, including a cap on the landfill that captures the methane. In another project, propane was replaced by natural gas. When burned, natural gas produces marginally fewer emissions than propane.

Whistler’s skid is the result of a 20 percent population growth during a time of robust economic growth. Since 2012, when the resort hosted the Winter Olympics, Whistler’s emissions have grown an average 4.7 percent. However, per capita in six of the last seven years had actually declined.

Transportation causes 56 percent of Whistler’s emissions. Burning of natural gas, primarily for home heating, causes 33 percent.

Pique Newsmagazine says the community’s climate action plan, which was adopted in 2016, has been given less attention than housing and transportation in municipal affairs. Battiston argues for more funding for staffing, to engage the public in changed behavior.

Economists, however, have almost universally favored a carbon tax as the way to steer decisions about activities and infrastructure responsible for greenhouse gas emissions. In this, British Columbia was an early adopter.

In 2008 the province adopted a revenue-neutral carbon tax, meaning that taxes collected were to be used to reduce other taxes.

There’s some evidence, however, that the tax has not entirely been revenue neutral.

More troubling is the evidence that the tax hasn’t been effective in suppressing emissions. The tax was launched at $10 a metric ton and elevated incrementally to $30 a ton by 2012. Since then, political blowback has caused provincial authorities to delay further increases.

Maybe the tax isn’t high enough to steer decisions. Writing in the July/August issue of Foreign Affairs, Stanford University’s Jeffrey Ball points to the conclusion of a group of economists in 2017.

They said carbon prices would have to be between $40 and $80 per metric ton by 2020, and between $50 and $100 by 2030, to achieve the emission cuts called for in the Paris climate accord.

Another problem, he says, is that carbon taxes may be effective in altering electric production. British Columbia gets most of its electricity from hydropower.

However, carbon taxes do little to change how buildings are constructed. Builders don’t pay the energy bills of what they construct.

Transportation is also relatively unresponsive to carbon taxes. Drivers, says Ball, usually don’t change behavior when gasoline and diesel prices rise in modest amounts. And sharp increases in taxes get political pushback.

If an elegant solution, he concludes, carbon taxes in Whistler and elsewhere haven’t helped much yet “in the toughest environmental fight the world has ever faced.”

The terrifying spectacle of fire-nadoes REDDING, Calif. – Small tornadoes occur commonly in wildfires. One was observed in July near the Weston Pass fire in the Mosquito Range of central Colorado.

Scott Stephens, a professor of fire science at UC Berkeley, says most “fire whirls,” as they are commonly called, are only 6 to 8 feet tall and last just a few seconds. But the one that killed a firefighter this summer in the megafire at Redding, Calif., was “totally different,” he says.

The San Francisco Chronicle says the tornado had a base the size of three football fields, winds up to 165 miles an hour, and temperatures of at least 2,700 degrees. That’s nearly double the heat generated by a typical wildfire.

Craig Clements, director of the Fire Weather Research Laboratory at San Jose State University, also thought this one was different.

“Fire whirls occur all the time. What was unusual about this one was the strength of the surface winds and the size,” he told the

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Chronicle. “This was a meteorological phenomenon.”

Even experts were spooked by the fire at Redding. They say “extreme fire behavior” has become more frequent and more destructive. The tornadoes they produce are nearly impossible to predict.

Even so, deadly fire whirls have occurred before. The worst occurred in Japan in 1923 following an earthquake that devastated Tokyo and Yokohama. The earthquake and an associated tsunami were deadly, killing 142,800 people. But the single largest cause of death was a “fire dragon” produced as a result of fires caused by the earthquake. The tornado incinerated 38,000 people in Tokyo within 15 minutes.

Also notable was a 2003 fire in Australia that killed four people and injured 492. A fire whirl in California, at San Luis Obispo, in 1926 lifted an entire home into the air and carried it across a field, killing two people.

Ski towns impress, night sky is real star CRESTED BUTTE – You can take it for granted, what you have in mountain towns, according to Mark Reaman, editor of the Crested Butte News.

He had company in from out of town, people from big cities in low-land areas. They hiked from Crested Butte to Aspen one summer weekend, and found much to admire about both towns.

But what impressed them most was in neither Aspen nor Crested Butte, but instead what was entirely natural.

“They all commented on how the stars popped and blanketed the sky. They could actually see the Milky Way,” he reported. “That is something they don’t experience much where they live, and the high valley, brilliant night sky is something they will keep in their minds for a long time.”

That night sky, he added, is “something none of us should take for granted.”

Telluride reaches for the final straw TELLURIDE – Telluride, the first town in Colorado to take aim at disposable plastic bags, may become the first to take aim at the single-use plastics used in the food and beverage businesses.

The proposed law would ban plastic straws, to-go containers, plastic drink stirrers and plastic-wrapped toothpicks in restaurants but also Telluride’s many festivals. Exempted will be emergency health services and select other situations.

The Telluride Daily Planet reports the town council gave staff direction to prepare the ordinance for consideration in November.

“This is an effort to take responsibility for our waste stream,” Joanna Kanow, a local environmental activist, said. She got support from Michael Martelon, president of the Telluride Tourism Board.

“It speaks to the community and it speaks to the brand,” he said.

Avon may increase tobacco buying age AVON – Avon will likely increase the minimum age for the purchase of tobacco products to 21. The Vail Daily reports the move was supported by testimony of community members who reported an uptick in use of e-cigarettes among local youth. The current state-specified minimum is 18.

If the town council goes forward with this age limit, it will leave the state’s licensing system for tobacco sales and set up its own authority. It will need to have a licensing administrator.

This shift will also cause it to forgo around $42,000 of its share of state sales tax collections on tobacco products. It could, however, ask voters to approve a new tax, to replace what is lost. Either way, the amount is small in the town’s annual budget of $30 million, as pointed out by Councilman Scott Prince.

Vail and Aspen squeeze water guzzlers VAIL – Lower water levels in creeks and rivers around Vail and Aspen have caused water authorities to tighten the spigots of profligate users.

In the Vail area, the Eagle River Water & Sanitation District sent several hundred letters to high-consuming customers telling them to cut back – or face penalties. Those customers using more than 10,000 gallons a week will be fined $500. Those who continue their lavish use of water will have their service disconnected, explains the Vail Daily. Average residential use is 7,000 gallons a month.

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Pleased to meat you 2nd Deli feeds niche for downtown sandwich shop

by Jennaye Derge

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f you’ve lived in Durango for more than a year, you know how difficult it is to walk down the street without bumping into someone you know. Unless you’re a total hermit, and then kudos to you. Sometimes, it’s impossible to even get through the produce section at the grocery store without seeing your kid’s teacher or the guy from the coffee shop. After all, Durango is a friendly place; a place where everyone knows your name.

It’s because of that same cheery reason that best friends Colin Brunson and Zach Williams decided to open up 2nd Deli and Spirits. Although you won’t find Woody Harrelson or Ted Danson sliding beers across the bar, you will find some supremely friendly faces who will try really hard to remember your name.

The new sandwich shop, which officially opened last Mon., Aug. 13, sits on the corner of East 2nd Avenue and College Drive. It’s the spot where Toshi’s used to be, and Sushitarian before that, and Johnny McGuire’s before that.

Brunson knows the building has hosted a long lineage of businesses over the years, but he doesn’t see the building’s turnover as out of the ordinary or cursed with ghostly juju.

Rather, he’s noticed the turnover mostly because, in the 15 years he’s lived in Durango, he’s been keeping close tabs on the property. Why? Because he’s always wanted to turn it into a bonafide delicatessen.

Brunson grew up in Kansas City and Chicago, two places where sandwich shops were a pickle a dozen and it was easy to find a “cool” deli. When he moved to Durango and noted the lack thereof, the idea of opening one started swirling around in his head.

“It’s always been a dream of mine. I’ve always wanted to sit down with a good sandwich at a sports bar with a Colin Brunson slices up a roast beef sandwich at the 2nd Deli on E. Second Avenue and College Drive, in the beer,” Brunson said. old Sushitarian spot. Brunson co-owns the new deli with friend Zach Williams (far left background) – both It’s not a whole lot to ask for, but since he moved to formerly of JBo’s./Photo by Stephen Eginoire Durango in 2003, he’s surprisingly had a hard time finding his low-bar dream. differing of opinions. But the two are spearheading their listen to what the community wants.”

Brunson moved here to go to school at Fort Lewis project with open minds, hearts and – perhaps most A sort of communal talk and hug, if you will.

College and started working at JBo’s, where he learned to importantly – lines of communication.

In fact, flexibility and change has been on the menu bartend and work the “We’re very up front since day one. When the 2nd Deli took the keys in January, kitchen. It’s also where he and honest with each it also took the reins of revamping the entire interior of the and Williams, also a other. And we have a ‘talk establishment. With the help of a masonry friend, the 2nd bartender at JBo’s, met and and a hug’ every night,” Deli gang built a fresh space that included new kitchen, bar became besties.

Williams said. and seating area with rustic wood tables that adds to the When Brunson first Yep, that’s right, a talk already-inviting atmosphere. (*Sorry, but Toshi’s magic popped the co-entrepreneurial and a hug. toilets are no longer.) question to Williams, though, Although it’s not The recipe seems to be just right, already with long lines it wasn’t an immediate or written in their business out the door for lunch. The first week has been promising, emphatic “yes.” Williams was contract, the talk-n-hug so much so that the deli is already making plans to expand initially apprehensive and might be the most its offerings. Eventually, they would like to add a bike turned down Brunson’s offer. important tool to the delivery service as well as an option to place high-volume “I didn’t want to ruin our partnership – that and lunch orders in advance for companies and large friendship, we probably really, really good gatherings. The bike delivery will also be a great option for would end up trying to kill sandwiches. folks who rush lunch or work so hard they never want to each other,” Williams said.

The deli’s menu leave their desks (said no one ever).

But Williams slept on it, consists of in-house cured But what Brunson and Williams want more than and when he came to his meats and house-made anything is for folks to come in, have a sandwich and a senses the next morning, he One of the many authentic offerings. The deli also serves dressings to accentuate the beer, and for them to get to know your name. knew he couldn’t let the beer, wine, cocktails – and sports./Photo by Stephen Eginoire already popular pastrami, “We want to have a fun, lively place where you can sit opportunity of a drawn-out roast beef, turkey and down. I don’t know about you, but I want to say ‘hi,’ ask dream pass him by. plethora of other hot and cold sandwiches and menu how it’s going,” Brunson said. “We want to be a local’s “I woke up and just knew there’s no way I’m going to items. Other deli classics like potato and pasta salads as well favorite place where everyone feels really comfortable.” let him do this without me,” Williams recalled. as beer, specialty cocktails and wine round out the menu.

And in our community, where the bank teller knows the “Nor could I without him,” Brunson added. “There’s no And for those diehard deli fanatics: if they don’t have name of your dog and you can’t pick out paint, let alone way.” what you’re looking for, Brunson is happy to try to make it toilet paper, without seeing someone you know, there’s no So far, the partnership is working. Of course there are happen. “This place is going to morph into what the reason the 2nd Deli can’t be another place where still kinks that need to be worked out and inevitable demand is,” he said. “We’re all ears, and we’re trying to everybody knows your name. n

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Not your normal normal Pulitzer-winning, angst-ridden musical opens at DAC

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hen it comes to musicals, theater goers typically expect to be entertained, and if the score is enticing enough, the show will generate toe-tapping, hum-along moments well after the curtain falls. However, “next to normal,” opening on Aug. 23 at the Durango Arts Center, is something more.

As explained by Director Theresa Carson, the play’s subject matter explores “a fragmented family’s search for connection, healing and forgiveness amid a mother’s struggle with mental illness.”

A Pulitzer Prize-winning play, “next to normal” (the playwright prefers lowercase) garnered a host of other awards during its run on and off Broadway. Debuting in 2008, it is a rock musical with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt and has been called one of the best musicals of the 21st century. No mean feat for a story that centers around a mother struggling with worsening bipolar disorder and the effects it has on her family, along with issues of grief, suicide, drug abuse, ethics in modern psychiatry and the dark side of suburban life.

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Justthefacts What: “next to normal” Where: Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. When: 7:30 p.m., Aug. 23-25, 30-31, Sept. 6-8 & 2 p.m. Sept. 9 Tickets: $22 DAC members/$25 general; available at DAC or online at durangoarts.tix.com Casting such a production would be a challenge in any community, but fortunately Durango is home to an extraordinary range of talented actors. With more than 30 musical numbers, singing ability was a prerequisite for all the performers – adults and almostadults alike (Carson put out a general casting call and also contacted Durango High School and Fort Lewis College.) The script has roles for three young actors, and Carson said a lot of passionate students showed up to audition.

The adult roles were eventually filled by some of Durango’s most recognized and acclaimed thespians.

Jenny Fitts Reynolds takes on the difficult, emotionally draining part of Diana, the mother. In all, she sings in 17 of the numbers, which like opera, takes

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the place of dialogue during much of the performance. Off stage, Fitts Reynolds is also a wife and mother, as well as a school teacher. She remarked that the role of Diana is challenging as a whole. “The music is tough, and connecting to the emotional piece is difficult,” she said. But she said the real challenge was keeping the connections and through-line while singing the majority of her lines, sometimes in a lengthy song. “This role has much more depth,” she continued, “especially for a musical theatre character.

Even though it’s a musical, it is more akin to a dramatic role.”

Also taking a lead role is Ben Mattson, director of DHS Theatre Troupe 1096 and a regional favorite known for outstanding performances in “Rock of Ages,” “Rocky Horror Show” and “RENT,” among other productions. He plays Dan, Diana’s husband, and has five solos plus a dozen numbers with other cast members. Not surprisingly, he admits to favoring musicals to other productions. “Musicals get a bad rap from people at times, but it’s an insanely versatile art form,” he said. “Musicals can run the gamut of drama and comedy, with an infinite (number) of styles in-between; as long as you can get on board with music4

being a vehicle to elevate what couldn’t be my childhood, I was very fortunate to alsaid with words alone.” ways have support, attention and love As for “next to normal” and finding his from my parents, whereas Natalie is comcharacter, Mattson said Dan is quite differpletely rejected by her family,” Widen ent than any other role he’s done. “Fear said. “It pushed me more than other roles runs a big part of his life. He’s tired and because I truly had to understand her, and worn,” he said. “And though he may therefore worked harder to portray her smile through it, it’s story. Natalie is the part of his need to most real character I believe somehow have played because that things aren’t as she has real-life probbizarre as they are.” lems that real people That isn’t to say can relate to.” “next to normal” Luke McCauley, a isn’t also fun, engagsenior at FLC, portrays ing or without hope, Gabe, the son. In addiMattson added. “It’s tion to dramatic roles, a beautiful story that McCauley is no touches on so much; stranger to musicals, it isn’t scared to get as he has performed in deep or to hurt or to “Spring Awakening,” laugh,” he said.

“Urinetown,” “Beauty Durango High stuand the Beast” (as the dent Siena Widen Beast. He said plays the daughter, throughout this Natalie. She has process, he and Carworked with Mattson son discussed Gabe’s – Director Theresa Carson, on a number of DHS role as being the fine “next to normal” shows and been actline between the ing since she was a toddler and sings in 19 “magic amulet” that guides Diana toward of the numbers. Much like her cast mates, her ultimate goal and the Evil Wizard, who she prefers musicals and says she loves the leads her toward ruin, much like in Joseph singing, the extra drama and the big Campbell’s The Hero’s Journey. “Finding the flashy numbers in musical theatre. “The balance between these two entities has been idea of a musical is a representation of my biggest challenge in this process so far,” what theatre means to me,” she remarked. he said.

Widen admits the most challenging asRounding out the cast is the ubiquitous pect of the play was relating on an emoand always remarkable Geoff Johnson in a tional level to her character. “Throughout dual role of Drs. Madden and Fine; Athan

“I do think it ends on such a hopeful note. It really is about people searching or light, for a way to connect and to make sense of this world.”

The cast for “next to normal” includes local students as well, including DHS senior Siena Widen (center) as daughter, Natalie, and FLC senior Luke McCauley (right) as son, Gabe./Photo by Stephen Eginoire Garza who plays Henry, Natalie’s would-be love interest.

Crew and tech members include costumes by Genoa Martin; music direction

by Paula Millar, accompanied by Tracy Korb, Ted Moore, Evan Suiter and Jeroen van Tyn; and staging by Suzy DiSanto.

If for some reason you are still wondering whether “next to normal” is right for you, Mattson summed it up with this: “I

think overall, Durango will love this show.

Actually, I’ll up the ante. I think Durango needs this show, and I’m so proud to help bring it to our community.”

And then there’s this from Director Carson: “It is brilliant writing, completely stunning. And I do think it ends on such a hopeful note, it really is about people searching for light, for a way to connect and to make sense of this world.” n

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The world’s most interesting pepper

by Ari LeVaux

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f I were stranded on a desert island with one type of chile pepper, it would definitely be the jalapeño. There are many ways that chile can be used, and the jalapeño ticks all of the boxes. And no single pepper wears as many sombreros as the pride of Jalapa, Veracruz.

The jalapeño shines cooked fresh and preserved. This time of year, when fresh, local jalapeños can affordably be acquired by the box load, I focus on preservation – which is another way of saying “jalapeño condiment making.”

Sriracha sauce, for example, is made from red, ripe, jalapeños. Mexican escabeche, meanwhile, is a style of pickles made with carrots, herbs and green jalapeños.

Green jalapeños can also be roasted like New Mexico green chile, with comparable flavor. I’ve enjoyed roasted jalapeños dressed in butter and Maggi (a type of Mexican soy sauce), alongside the escabeche at the salsa bars that grace Mexican restaurants.

Back in the day, farmers would pick enough green jalapeños to enjoy fresh and bring to market, and at the end of the season, the chile plants would be full of unpicked red jalapenos. Following an ancient practice, the farmers would leave these ripe peppers on the plant as long as possible, allowing them to shrivel and dehydrate, before smoking them to complete the dehydration process. These Aztec-style smoked red jalapeños are today known as chipotle peppers, and their sweet, smoky, earthy flavor is important in many dishes.

Meanwhile, jalapeños of both hues have taken off

among Asian Americans. Sriracha is as ubiquitous at American Vietnamese and Thai restaurants as ketchup is at burger joints, and sliced green jalapeños garnish virtually every bowl of pho that is sold in America, while pickled jalapeños are a common fixture in American banh mi Vietnamese sandwiches.

In my general approach to dealing with the seasonal glut of my favorite pepper, I try to emulate the jalapeño farmers of Jalapa. When they are green, I enjoy the fresh jalapeños in my meals, and make pickles. And when they turn red, I make chipotle.

I used to pickle my jalapeños exclusively in a Mexican escabeche style, with carrots and some south-of-the-border style pickling spice. It was a very popular formulation among my peer group.

Nowadays I don’t focus on the carrots, and am single-minded toward the jalapeño.

My current preferred form of preserved green jalapeño is based on Vietnamese-style pickled jalapeño slices, a la banh mi sandwiches. These pickled jalapeño slices are an easy way to store jalapeños for later, and they are even easier to scoop onto everything, where they rightly belong.

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Begin by slicing off the stem end of the jalapeño. If the peppers are too hot, use the tip of a narrow knife to carve out the seed-bearing membranes. Slice the peppers crosswise as thinly as possible, and pack them into a sterile jar.

When all of your peppers are packed, add vinegar to each jar until it’s full, and then pour the vinegar out of the jar(s) and into a sauce pan. Bring vinegar to a simmer on medium. As it’s heating, add 2 teaspoons sugar and a teaspoon of salt to each pint jar (adjusting sugar and salt quantities accordingly for larger or smaller jars). When the vinegar reaches a simmer, pour it into the jars and screw on clean lids and rings. Place jars in fridge, where they can last for longer than you can refrain from eating them. If you’re doing massive quantities and don’t have space in the fridge, process the jars for 10 minutes in a boiling water bath, which will render them shelf stable. To use, simply scoop the pickled jalapeño slices from the jar and apply them to your food. You’ll get the hang of it.

Chipotle When it’s time to smoke red jalapeños into chipotle peppers, my technique is less refined. I trim and clean the red jalapeños the same way as the greens, and then roast them on the grill. When the skins have blistered, I move the peppers away from direct heat, add some wood chips to the grill, and close the top so the peppers smoke, adjusting the airflow as necessary.

When the wood chips have all burnt off, I finish drying the jalapeños in the sun or a dehydrator. One could smoke them for days, Aztec-style, but a touch of smoke is fine with me. When crispy-dry, store them in airtight bags in the freezer.

Remember, this is a process that has been in use for thousands of years, and there are a lot of ways to smoke a red jalapeño. As long as you don’t touch your eyes before washing your hands, messing around with jalapeños is a tolerant process.

Both pickled jalapeño slices and chipotles can be used as ingredients or as condiments to liven up the final dish.

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A tribute to the Queen of Soul

by Chris Aaland

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must admit that I didn’t realize who Aretha Franklin was through most of my childhood. But before I delve into my baptism into the Church of Aretha, I should probably tell the back story.

I was 12 years old when “The Blues Brothers” movie was released. At the time, Mom and my first stepdad, Victor Smith, were going through a messy divorce. Victor was the only dad I’d ever known – in fact, I didn’t know he wasn’t my biological father. When she and Vic split up, Mom moved to Denver with my sister, Stephanie (unlike me, Steph was Vic’s flesh and blood); I stayed behind in Rifle with Victor. It broke Mom’s heart, but she didn’t want to tell me the truth. She knew I idolized Dad. My year living alone with Vic in Rifle was a special one. He had recently started coaching high school football, basketball and track & field; I was an aspiring athlete … a big fish in the small pond of Rifle Junior High sports. Vic and I lived the bachelor’s life, dining at home on franks and beans, or heading to Glenwood Springs for Mexican food and BBQ. For financial reasons, Vic had to sell the house he built for our family on Grandpa’s ranch on Silt Mesa. We moved closer to town into a trailer that his then-girlfriend, Kathy, lived in with her daughter.

Life in the trailer park sucked. The kids were mean. The adults were worse. Every white trash stereotype you can imagine existed there. My saving grace was that Kathy’s trailer had HBO and a VCR. When she and Dad would go out on the town, I’d be left behind with an unlimited selection of movies. “The Blues Brothers” helped save me from Kathy’s verbal and emotional abuse.

I soon moved to Denver to live with Mom. I made new friends and started making all sorts of discoveries that pubescent boys make. I became friends with a kid down the street named Shawn Nichols. Shawn and I got into all the mischief you’d expect teen-age kids to get into – beer, then sex, drugs, and rock & roll. Shawn introduced me to punk rock, fast cars and a world beyond Wheat Ridge. We later roomed together as freshman at FLC, where he played football until suffering a debilitating hip injury.

Shawn’s dad had an old Cadillac that we’d cruise around in.

The Caddy had a broken AM/FM radio, but a fully functional eight-track deck. In the glove box were a handful of tapes: “Led Zeppelin II,” “Bob Marley Live,” greatest hits packages from Wilson Pickett and Janis Joplin and, if memory serves me right, “The Blues Brothers” soundtrack (I could be wrong: 34 years is a long time, especially given the rate Shawn and I were killing brain cells back then). I’d later own the album on vinyl and CD. We sought out some of the other artists who appeared in the movie: Aretha, James Brown, Ray Charles, Cab Calloway, John Lee Hooker. We bought Atlantic Records compilations and assorted greatest hits packages that exposed us to even more of

the R&B, soul and blues of our parents’ youth. When we started doing a midnight radio show together at KDUR in 1988, we immediately gravitated to KDUR’s extensive collection of dusty vinyl vintage soul.

Last Thursday, with news of Aretha’s passing, I played an extended set in her memory on the KSUT Afternoon Blend: “Do Right Woman, Do Right Man,” “Baby I Love You,” “Rock Steady,” “Freeway of Love” and a nod to the Blues Brothers with the version of “Think” that appeared in the film. I’d have hit on hits, too, but Stasia Lanier had already played many of them on the Morning Blend. I cried a lot that day.

Aretha was more than the Queen of Soul. She was an American icon who transcended genre.

She could sing R&B, soul, gospel, jazz, the blues, rock, pop and even country (in her teens and twenties, she rearranged Hank Williams and John Hartford tunes into soul classics). She gave voice to the civil rights movement and, later, women’s rights.

She sang at Martin Luther King’s funeral and, 41 years later, at the inauguration of the first African-American president. The daughter of a preacher, she gave birth twice before she was 17, survived spousal abuse, bad marriages, alcoholism and, despite all of those hurdles, gave voice to generations who didn’t have a voice. She entertained, educated and inspired. Race, religion, social status and age didn’t matter … even a couple of drunken kids from the suburbs were welcome in her camp.

I crossed paths with several characters from Aretha’s orbit.

One of the first musicians I ever interviewed was Matt “Guitar” Murphy, who played Aretha’s husband in “The Blues Brothers” and gave one of the movie’s brilliant performances leading up to her belting out “Think.”

Murphy, who used to play the old Farquahrts back in the early ‘90s, died this past June at 88. His professional career started in the late ‘40s, and he backed the likes of Howlin’ Wolf, Little Junior Parker, Ike Turner, Koko Taylor, Sonny Boy Williamson, Chuck Berry and Buddy Guy. I also went on hunting, fishing and backcountry pack trips with Lucius Burch Jr., who was best known as MLK’s trial lawyer. He was considered “the most liberal conscience in Memphis” for his work on conservation and civil rights issues. Lucius left us in 1996 at age 84. He got to hear Aretha sing at MLK’s funeral in 1968; I was but five days old when King was assassinated. Fast forward 15 years and that same trial lawyer walked the fields of Kansas beside me, chasing after pheasants and quail. A few months later, he flew me to the Bridger-Teton Wilderness for a two-week survival trip with his grandson. Lucius taught us important things like how to barbecue marmot and identify edible plants. He also taught us lessons in civil rights and nudged me down the path toward a more progressive worldview.

I suppose none of these rambling anecdotes means anything to you. But they do to me. And they’re helping me cope with a world without Aretha.

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Thursday23 Yoga Flow, 8 a.m., Pine River Library.

Starting Your Own Business workshop, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Durango Public Library. Register at 247-7009.

Women’s Drop-in Tennis, 9 a.m., Durango High School courts. www.durangotennis.com.

Here to Hear: Office Hour with City Councilor Dick White, 9-10 a.m., Steaming Bean, 900 Main Ave.

Pete Giuliani Trio performs with Richard Leavitt and Ross Douglas, 7-10 p.m., Ernie’s/11th Street Station.

“Dr. Strangelove or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb” screening, 7 p.m., Sunflower Theatre in Cortez. www.sunflowertheatre.org.

Open Mic Night, 7-11 p.m., Steaming Bean, 900 Main Ave. 403-1200.

“Next to Normal,” an American rock musical, opening night, 7:30 p.m. Show also runs 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2425, 30-31, Sept. 6-8; and 2 p.m., Sept. 9. Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. www.durangoarts.org.

Outdoor Movie Night: “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” 8 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.

DJ P.A., 8:30 p.m., Blondies in Cortez. 739-4944.

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Beginner Tai Chi, 9:15-10:15 a.m., Durango Senior Center, 2424 Main Ave.

“Get Smart,” presented by Theater Ensemble Arts, 7:30 p.m., also Aug. 24-25, Lions Wilderness Amphitheater, Farmington. squareup.com/store/theater-ensemble-arts.

VIDA Beginning Womens Mountain Bike Clinic, Aug. 25-26, Purgatory Resort. purgatoryresort.com.

Baby Meetup Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., 2307 Columbine. durangocafeauplay.org.

Open Mic & Stand-Up Comedy, 8 p.m., El Rancho Tavern, 975 Main Ave.

Baby Meetup, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Columbine House at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 419 San Juan Dr.

Durango Farmers Market, featuring live music from Jonas Grushkin, 8 a.m.-noon, First National Bank parking lot, 259 W. 9th St. www.durangofarmersmarket.com.

Karaoke with Crazy Charlie, 8 p.m.-close, Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. 2nd Ave.

Toddler Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m., Durango Library.

Drop-in Tennis, all ages welcome, 4 p.m., Durango High School courts. www.durangotennis.com.

Movies for Grown Ups featuring “All About Eve,” 4 p.m., Ignacio Community Library. 563-9287.

Submit “On the Town” items by Monday at noon to: calendar@durangotelegraph.com

Powerhouse Pub Trivia, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Powerhouse Science Center, 1333 Camino del Rio. powsci.org.

“Doc Swords,” PTSD Social Club for Veterans, 4-6 p.m., VFW, 1550 Main Ave. Farmers Market, 4-8 p.m., Three Springs Plaza.

Battle of the Brands, fundraiser for Trails 2000, 5 p.m., El Moro Spirits, 945 Main Ave. www.trails2000.org.

Friday24 Durango Early Bird Toastmasters, 7-8:30 a.m., LPEA headquarters, 45 Stewart St. 769-7615.

Free yoga, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Lively Boutique, 809 Main.

Zumba Gold, 9:30-10:15 a.m., La Plata Senior Center, 2424 Main Ave. Open Art Studio, 10 a.m., Ignacio Library. 563-9287.

Lactation Support Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon, Prenatal Yoga, noon -1 p.m., Durango Café au Play, 1309 E. 3rd Ave., Room 201. 749-9607 or durangocafeauplay.org.

Drop-in Tennis, all ages, 9 a.m., Durango High School courts. www.durangotennis.com.

Henry Stoy performs, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Jean-Pierre Café, 601 Main Ave. 570-650-5982.

VFW Indoor Flea Market, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 1550 Main Ave. 247-0384.

20th annual San Juan Brewfest, 1-5 p.m., Buckley Park. www.sanjuanbrewfest.com.

Picker’s Circle, all levels, 3-5 p.m., White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W. 14th St. 259-2213. iAM Music Fest! Concert, 5 p.m.-midnight, 11th Street Station.

Preschool Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m., Durango Public Library.

Leah Orlikowski performs, 5:30 p.m., Digs in Three Springs.

Intermediate Tai Chi, 10-11 a.m., every Friday, Durango Senior Center, 2424 Main Ave.

Carny Bones performs, 6-10 p.m., The Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village.

Screen-Free Playtime, 3-5 p.m., White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W. 14th St. 259-2213.

Black Velvet Duo performs, 6-10 p.m., Seven Rivers at Sky Ute Casino, Ignacio.

Sitting Meditation and Dharma Talk, 5:30-7 p.m., Durango Dharma Center, 1800 E. 3rd Ave. durango dharmacenter.org.

Spanish Speaking Parents & Littles Fridays, 3:305:30 p.m., Durango Café au Play, 1309 E. 3rd Ave., Room 201. 749-9607 or durangocafeauplay.org.

Comedy Cocktail open mic stand up, 8 p.m., Eno Wine Bar, 723 E. 2nd Ave.

Pine River Garden Club meets, 6 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.

Lacey Black performs, 5-8 p.m., Serious Texas BBQ South, 650 Camino del Rio.

Lisa Blue performs, 6-8 p.m., Swing Restaurant at Dalton Ranch.

Friday Night Funk Jam with Bootyconda, 6-9 p.m., Moe’s Starlight Lounge, 937 Main Ave.

The Cannondolls perform, part of the Concerts in the Plaza series, 6-8 p.m., Three Springs Plaza. 764-6000.

The Black Velvet Duo performs, 6-9 p.m., Foxfire Farms Winery in Ignacio.

The Kirk James Blues Band performs, part of Burger & a Band Series, 5-8 p.m., James Ranch Harvest Grill, 33846 HWY 550. 676-1023.

Love Your Commute Celebration, 5-7 p.m., followed by Ska-B-Q featuring the Dirk Quinn Band, 5-8 p.m., Ska Brewing, 225 Girard St.

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Full Moon Ghost Crawl and Haunted Train Museum Experience, 9-10 p.m., event also runs Sept. 22 and Oct. 26, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. www.durangotrain.com.

Sunday26 Henry Stoy performs, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Jean-Pierre Café, 601 Main Ave. 570-650-5982.

“MacBeth” screened by the National Theatre Live Productions, 1 p.m., also shows 11 a.m., Dec. 8, Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Ave. www.animascitytheatre.com.

Adult Coloring & Afternoon Tea, 3-5 p.m., White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W. 14th St. 259-2213.

Dale X Allen and Erik Nordstrom perform, part of the Erik & Friends series, 5-7 p.m., Fenceline Cidery in Mancos.

Blue Moon Ramblers, 7 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.

Monday27 Yogalates, 9 a.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.

Play days for caregivers and children, 10 a.m., also Wed., Pine River Library in Bayfield.

Watch Your Step class, 10:15-11:15 a.m., Durango Senior Center, 2424 Main Ave. Monday Music, instruments, rhythm and singing, 10:30 a.m., Durango Café au Play, 1309 E. 3rd Ave., Room 201.

749-9607 or durangocafeauplay.org.

Legos & Wii, 2 p.m., Ignacio Library. 563-9287.

Derby 101, skating and roller derby basics, presented by Durango Roller Girls, 6:45-9:30 p.m., Chapman Hill skating rink. Quadess42.DRG@gmail.com.

Classic Movie Monday, 7 p.m., Pine River Library.

Learn to Square Dance, with Wild West Squares, 78:30 p.m., Florida Grange, 656 Hwy 172. 903-6478.

Silverton Innovation Expo, Aug. 28-30, around Silverton. www.mountainstudies.org.

Yoga for All, 9 a.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.

Beginner Tai Chi, 9:15-10:15 a.m., Durango Senior Center, 2424 Main Ave. Toddler Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 4 p.m., Durango Café au Play, 1309 E. 3rd Ave., Room 201. 7499607 or durangocafeauplay.org.

Zumba Gold, 9:30-10:15 a.m., Ballroom Dance, 1011 a.m., Durango Senior Center, 2424 Main Ave. Card Making, hosted by Pine River Library staff, 10 a.m., Pine River Senior Center in Bayfield.

Storytime, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mancos Library.

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It’s time put on your daydrinking shoes and head down to Buckley Park for the annual bacchanalia known as the San Juan Brewfest.

Now in its 20th year, this fundraiser for the United Way of Southwest Colorado is bigger and better than ever.

Fifty regional and local breweries will be serving up 4ounce tasters of suds, and for the non-beer drinkers, there will be cider and craft cocktails courtesy of Fenceline and Durango Craft Spirits.

Even the D.D.’s have something to look forward to, with Eolus and El Moro serving up specialty mocktails as well as a special D.D.-only, loud-talker-free zone.

And, of course, nothing goes better with beer than some good beer-drinking music. This year’s lineup includes Denver’s Strange Americans, who kick things off with their brand of “Carhartt-wearing, hard-working, industrial beer-drinking” Americana. The band describes Tuesday Crafternoons, 1 p.m., Pine River Library.

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Baby Storytime, 2-2:30 p.m., Durango Public Library.

Smiley Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., each Tuesday, Smiley Building, 1309 E. 3rd Ave. Twin Buttes Farm Stand, 3-6:30 p.m., Tuesday and Friday, Twin Buttes Farm, Highway 160.

its sound as “a little raw, a bit loud, unapologetic and honest … like a hot rod mechanic bringing back an old barn find.”

Headlining the Brewfest stage is the Yawpers, another Denver outfit and local favorite, also of the rock-Americana vein. “The Yawpers come out of some beerdrenched hole in Denver, full of fuzzy slide guitar with one ear towards 1970s rock and roll and another towards 1960s Delta blues,” summed up one reviewer.

And when it comes time to put a little (solid) food in your belly, five restaurants and food trucks will be on hand, including Gosar Sausage, Mountain Stir Fry and Mariana’s Indonesian Cuisine.

Brewfest organizer Tim Walsworth would like to remind folks that the Brewfest is not a “chug” fest and that patrons are encouraged to sample beers responsibly. And don’t forget to pound some water for darn sake!

Volunteers are still needed for the event, to help check IDs at the gate and clean up afterward. In exchange for their service, they will receive a free ticket. To find out more, visit the San Juan Brewfest on Facebook or go to sanjuanbrewfest.com.

Folk Jam, 6-8 p.m., Steaming Bean, 900 Main Ave. Indivisible Durango meets, presentation from Democratic candidate Diane Mitsch Bush and others, 6:30 p.m., Durango Public Library.

DJ Crazy Charlie hosts karaoke, 6:30-10:30 p.m., Billy Goat Saloon in Gem Village.

Drop-in Tennis, all ages welcome, 4 p.m., Durango High School courts. www.durangotennis.com.

Open Mic Night, 7 p.m., Blondies in Cortez. 920-5399998.

Open Mic Night, 8 p.m.-close, Moe’s Lounge, 937 Main.

Rotary Club of Durango, presentation from the Durango Education Foundation, 6 p.m., Strater Hotel.

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Knit or Crochet with Kathy Graf, 6-7 p.m., Mancos Public Library. 533-7600.

Adult Board Game Night, 6-7:30 p.m., Durango Public Library. 375-3380.

Morning Meditation, 8 a.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield. 884-2222.

StoryTime, 10-11 a.m., Ignacio Community Library.

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AskRachel Interesting fact: Yiddish words in American English that I did not realize were Yiddish include: glitch, klutz, nosh, schmooze, spritz and tush. I see now how blatantly Yiddish they all are.

threw his all out. For about 29 years now, I thought he was a real putz. But now, when I look around my home, I’m starting to feel overburdened by sentimentality. I don’t actually need to keep old photographs and birthday cards to show that I love my family, do I? Like Dad, can’t I get rid of all these things with emotional impunity?

– Clearing House

Dear Rachel, My family lives in the Midwest, and every summer they expect me to schlep my kids across the country for an exorbitant amount of airfare. All to do what? Visit the world’s largest ball of twine and eat my weight in curly fries and cheese curds.

No offense to my loved ones and homeland, but I’d rather spend that money and hard-earned time off doing something fun, and, god forbid, maybe even getting a little exercise. (And no, going to the mall a workout does not make.) How do I get them to understand there’s a reason I left the muggy farmlands in the first place – and better yet, convince them to visit here instead?

– No Place Like Home

Dear Cleansing Purge, Wow, you’re the second question in a row to use a Yiddish word. First schlep, now putz. (If you’re seeing “putz” in print, by the way, it means the editor didn’t look up its real meaning in The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, like I did… via Wikipedia.) Basically, here’s my advice, for this question and all of life: don’t be a putz.

– Putzing around, Rachel

Dear Dorothy, I never ate cheese curds as a kid, and look how I turned out. Maybe it’s better for your children’s wellbeing to experience a Juicey Lucy once in a while. As for yourself, the philosophers say you can never go home again. Try telling your family that, and then ship the kids off to Wisconsin or Iowa or wherever you’re from for the summer. Promise, the airfare will be worth your stay-at-home freedom.

– You want curds with that, Rachel

Dear Rachel, Whatever happened to the sewage spill on the south side of town? For days, the highway was clogged (with cars, thank all things holy) and I tried to hold my breath driving through. Then suddenly, the road’s clear. Are we supposed to believe the problem is gone? How screwed (again) is the river this time?

– Sick of This Crap

Dear Rachel, When my parents got divorced 30 years ago, they split the family photos, and my dad just

Dear Plumber’s Helper, I’m sorry; you didn’t use a Yiddish word in your question, so you don’t get a real answer. I will tell you that

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Thank the Veterans potluck, Peter Neds and Glenn Keefe perform, 5:30-8:30 p.m., VFW, 1550 Main. 828-7777.

Intermediate Tai Chi, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Durango Senior Center, 2424 Main Ave. Early Literacy Play Date, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Durango Public Library.

Storytime, 11-11:30 a.m., White Rabbit Books & Curiosities, 128 W. 14th St. 259-2213.

Pine River Valley Centennial Rotary Club, noon, Tequila’s in Bayfield.

Free Trauma Conscious Yoga for Veterans and Families, noon-1 p.m., Elks Lodge, 901 E. 2nd Ave. Floor Barre Class, 3-4 p.m., Absolute Physical Therapy, 277 E. 8th Ave. 764-4094.

Page Turners, book club for fourth - sixth grade, 3:30 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.

Books, Brews and Brats Library Card Discount Kickoff Party, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Durango Public Library.

Six Dollar String Band performs to benefit the Durango Arts Center, part of the Summer Concert Series, 5-7 p.m., Rochester Hotel Secret Garden, 726 E. 2nd Ave.

Autoimmune Support Group, 5:45 p.m., Living Tree Live Foods, 680-B Main Ave. Dinner + Documentary, free dinner and informative film, 6 p.m., Pine River Library in Bayfield.

Bluegrass Jam, 6-9 p.m., Steaming Bean, 900 Main Ave. Jeff Solon Jazz Duo performs, 6-9 p.m., Cyprus Café, 725 E. 2nd Ave. Karaoke, 8 p.m., Blondies in Cortez.

Karaoke with Crazy Charlie, 8 p.m.-close, Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. 2nd Ave. Geeks Who Drink Trivia, 8:30 p.m., BREW Pub & Kitchen, 117 W. College Dr. 259-5959.

Ongoing

Works by Sheila Maynard (Dan Groth’s mom), thru August, Raider Ridge Café, 509 E. 8th Ave. “Collection,” works of Mary Ellen Long, thru Sept.

1, F.O.A.L Gallery, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave.

Animas City Farmer’s Market & Night Bazaar, 5-7 p.m., 2977 Main Ave.

Plein Air Juried Exhibit, exhibit runs thru Sept. 1, Durango Arts Center, 802 E. 2nd Ave. www.durangoarts.org.

Pete Giuliani performs, 5-9 p.m., Animas River Beer Garden at the Doubletree, 501 Camino del Rio.

“Living with Wolves” photographic exhibit, “Lummi Nation Bear Totem Pole” and “Riders of the West,” exhibits, thru Nov. 30, Southern Ute Museum, 503 Ouray Drive. www.southernutemuseum.org.

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Email Rachel at telegraph@durangotelegraph.com there used to be signs in Durango bathrooms – I forget where I learned this – that said, “Flush twice, there’s a drought in Aztec.” Thank goodness we’re not such schmucks anymore. And speaking of schmucks, dear God, Yiddish as a language sure has an obsession with that thing.

– Schmucking putzes, Rachel Free one-on-one technology tutoring, Durango Public Library. Register at durangopubliclibrary.org Bar D Chuckwagon, 5:30 p.m. nightly, 8080 CR 250.

Live music, 5:30 p.m., daily, Diamond Belle, 699 Main.

Live music, 7 p.m., daily, The Office, 699 Main Ave. Karaoke, 8 p.m., Thur-Sun, 8th Ave. Tavern, 509 E 8th.

Upcoming

Purgatory Grand Prix Pro GRT, Aug. 30-Sept. 2, Purgatory Resort. purgatoryresort.com.

“Blue Heart” a new film from Patagonia, 5 and 7:30 p.m., Aug. 30, Animas City Theatre, 128 E. College Drive.

Four Corners Folk Festival, Aug. 31-Sept. 2, Pagosa Springs. folkwest.com.

Kirk James Blues Band performs for Durango Labor Day Street Party, 6-9 p.m., Aug. 31, 10th Street and Main Avenue.

Black Velvet Trio performs, 7-11 p.m., Aug. 31, Derailed Pour House, 725 Main Ave.

Deadline for “On the Town” submissions is Monday at noon.

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by Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): The two pieces of advice I have for you may initially seem contradictory, but they are in fact complementary. Together they’ll help guide you through the next three weeks. The first comes from herbalist and wise woman Susun Weed.

She suggests that when you face a dilemma, you should ask yourself how you can make it your ally and how you can learn the lesson it has for you. Your second burst of wisdom is from writer Yasmin Mogahed: “Study the hurtful patterns of your life. Then don’t repeat them.”

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Speak the following declaration aloud and see how it feels: “I want strong soft kisses and tender unruly kisses and secret truth kisses and surprise elixir kisses. I deserve them, too.” If that puts you in a brave mood, Taurus, add a further affirmation: “I want ingenious affectionate amazements and deep dark appreciation and brisk mirthful lessons and crazy sweet cuddle wrestles. I deserve them, too.” What do you think? Do these formulas work for you? Do they put you in the proper frame of mind to co-create transformative intimacy? I hope so.

You’re entering a phase when you have maximum power to enchant and to be enchanted.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): As you map out your master plan for the next 14 months, I invite you to include the following considerations: an intention to purge pretend feelings and artificial motivations; a promise to change your relationship with old secrets so that they no longer impinge on your room to maneuver; a pledge to explore evocative mysteries that will enhance your courage; a vow to be kinder toward aspects of yourself that you haven’t loved well enough; and a search for an additional source of stability that will inspire you to seek more freedom.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): If you have been communing with my horoscopes for a while, you’ve gotten a decent education – for free! Nonetheless, you shouldn’t depend on me for all of your learning needs. Due to my tendency to emphasize the best in you and focus on healing your wounds, I may neglect some aspects of your training. With that as caveat, I’ll offer a few meditations about future possibilities. 1. What new subjects or skills do you want to master in the next three years? 2. What’s the single most important thing you can do to augment your intelligence? 3. Are there dogmas you believe in so fixedly and rely on so heavily that they obstruct the arrival of fresh ideas? If so, are you willing to at least temporarily set them aside?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “All the world’s a stage,” wrote Shakespeare, “And all the men and women merely players.” In other words, we’re all performers. Whenever we emerge from solitude and encounter other people, we choose to express certain aspects of our inner experience even as we hide others. Our personalities are facades that display a colorful mix of authenticity and fantasy. Many wise people over the centuries have deprecated this central aspect of human behavior as superficial and dishonest. But author Neil Gaiman thinks otherwise: “We are all wearing masks,” he says. “That is what makes us interesting.”

Invoking his view – and in accordance with current astrological omens – I urge you to celebrate your masks and disguises in the coming weeks. Enjoy the show you present. Dare to entertain your audiences.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): I think you’ve done enough rehearsals. At this point, the apparent quest for a little extra readiness is beginning to lapse into procrastination. So I’ll suggest that you set a date for opening night. I’ll nudge you to have a cordial talk with yourself about the value of emphasizing soulfulness over perfectionism. What? You say you’re waiting until your heart stops fluttering and your bones stop chattering?

I’ve got good news: The greater your stage fright, the more moving your performance will be.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In all the time we’ve worked on diminishing your suffering, we may have not focused enough on the fine art of resolving unfinished business. So let’s do that now, just in time for the arrival of your Season of Completion. Are you ready to start drawing the old cycle to a close so you’ll be fresh when the new cycle begins?

Are you in the mood to conclude this chapter of your life story and earn the relaxing hiatus you will need before launching the next chapter? Even if you don’t feel ready, even if you’re not in the mood, I suggest you do the work anyway. Any business you leave unfinished now will only return to haunt you later. So don’t leave any business unfinished!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Are you ready to mix more business with pleasure and more pleasure with business than you have ever mixed? I predict that in the coming weeks, your social opportunities will serve your professional ambitions and your professional ambitions will serve your social opportunities. You will have more than your usual amount of power to forge new alliances and expand your web of connections. Here’s my advice: Be extra charming, but not grossly opportunistic.

Sell yourself, but with grace and integrity, not with obsequiousness. Express yourself

like a gorgeous force of nature, and encourage others to express themselves like gorgeous forces of nature.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22Dec. 21): “When I picture a perfect reader,” wrote philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, “I picture a monster of courage and curiosity, also something supple, cunning, cautious, a born adventurer and discoverer.” I suspect he was using the term “monster” with a roguish affection. I am certainly doing that as I direct these same words toward you, dear Sagittarian reader.

Of course, I am always appreciative of your courage, curiosity, cunning, suppleness and adventurousness. But I’m especially excited about those qualities now, because the coming weeks will be a time when they will be both most necessary and most available to you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You do not yet have access to maps of the places where you need to go next.

That fact may tempt you to turn around and head back to familiar territory. But I hope you’ll press forward even without the maps. Out there in the frontier, adventures await you that will prepare you well for the rest of your long life. And being without maps, at least in the early going, may actually enhance your learning opportunities. Here’s another thing you should know: your intuitive navigational sense will keep improving the farther you get from recognizable landmarks.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Healing isn’t impossible.

You may not be stuck with your pain forever. The crookedness in your soul and the twist in your heart may not always define who you are. There may come a time when you’ll no longer be plagued by obsessive thoughts that keep returning you to the tormenting memories. But if you hope to find the kind of liberation I’m describing here, I advise you to start with these two guidelines: 1. The healing may not happen the way you think it should or imagine it will. 2. The best way to sprout the seeds that will ultimately bloom with the cures is to tell the complete truth.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Nineteenth-century British painter J. M. W. Turner was one of the greats. Renowned for his luminous landscapes, he specialized in depicting the power of nature and the atmospheric drama of light and color. Modern poet Mary Ruefle tells us that although he “painted his own sea monsters,” he engaged assistants “to do small animals.” She writes that “he could do a great sky, but not rabbits.” I’m hoping that unlike Turner, you Piscean folks will go both ways in the coming weeks.

Give as much of your creative potency and loving intelligence to the modest details as to the sweeping vistas.

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Lost/Found Lost Smartphone Lost Samsung S6 in white case. Last seen at Skyline trailhead. Please call 970880-0808.

Announcements ReCycle. ReUse. ReLove.

Clementine Design Studio and Vintage Finds @ The Warehouse District.

2413 E. Empire Street. Cortez. Open - Fridays & Saturdays. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. One year anniversary sale! 8/3 - 10/01 The Perfect Gift for your favorite dirtbag. Literature from Durango’s own Benighted Publications. The Climbing Zine, The Great American Dirtbags, American Climber, Climbing Out of Bed and Graduating From College Me are available at: Maria’s Bookshop, Pine Needle Mountaineering, the Sky Store, or on the interweb at www.climbingzine.com.

Pets Love Your Dog! At the Durango Dog Wash behind Liquor World in the Albertson’s parking lot. Open every day!

Wanted Turn Vehicles, Copper, Alum, Etc. Into Cash! at RJ Metal Recycle, also free appliance and other metal drop off. 970-259-3494.

HelpWanted Administrative Assistant FT, M-F Open interview/tour at DeNier Youth Services. Tuesdays 10:00 am. Thursdays

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3:00 pm or 5:30 pm. Must be 21 yo and pass drug/background tests incl THC. Email resume Kimberly.Todd@ROP.com or apply at 720 Turner Dr, Durango

Axiom Cycling Studio Instructors wanted! Come join our team. Experience required. Inquire at julie@axiomcyclingstudio.com

Free Talks with Dr. Melaney Monthly insight series on first Wed. of each month at R Space. drmelaney.com, 970-382-1188.

Recruiting for SeveralPositions!

Exceptional not-for-profit with fun, caring & compassionate staff seeks same to make a meaningful difference in the lives of kids & adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (IDD) in SW Colorado. Join our team! CCI is currently recruiting for the following positions: Direct Support Professional (FT & PT help for people w/IDD to lead self-directed lives & participate fully in their community in Cortez & Durango) - Host Home Provider (Open your heart & home to a person w/ IDD in Montezuma, La Plata & Archuleta counties - incl. generous taxfree reimb.) - Respite Provider (Short-term support services for kids & adults with IDD to relieve those who normally provide care. FT & PT in Cortez, Durango & Pagosa Springs) - Early Intervention Service Coordinator (Serve children 0-3 years old with dev. Delays & their families. 30 hrs./wk min. in Durango, w/ benefits) To learn more about CCI, jobs, benefits, training, on-going support and to apply, visit communityconnectionsco.org.

Maintenance Technician Open interview/tour at DeNier Youth Services, Tuesdays 10:00 am or 5:30 pm, Thursdays 3:00 pm or 5:30 pm. Must be 21 yo and pass drug/background tests incl THC. Email resume kimberly.todd@rop.com or apply at 720 Turner Dr, Durango

Hawaiian Hula Dance Classes Beginner series Monday nights start Sept 10. $60 pre-registration required. anandafoleystudio.com

Cashier and Server Durango Doughworks is looking for a friendly individual to join our team! M-F, 6am-2pm shifts are available. Email resume to info@durangodoughworks.com.

Congregational Life Coordinator Join our fellowship staff in the position of Congregational Life Coordinator.

The primary focus of the position is to greet and welcome our new visitors and connect them with appropriate service opportunities. This position will be part time with a total of 7 hours per week that includes regularly scheduled monthly committee meetings and 3 Sundays per month at the 10:00 am service starting in August. We are a Certified Living Wage Employer - La Plata County Thrive. Please send resume and cover letter to information@durangouu.org.

Animas Chocolate Co. Full time retail and barista staff - must be available to work weekends and holidays. Starting pay $14/hr. Email resume to info@animaschocolatecompany.com

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Barber Needed for At-Risk Youth Open interview/tour at DeNier Youth Services, Tuesdays 10:00 am or 5:30 pm, Thursdays 3:00 pm or 5:30 pm. Must be 21 yo and pass drug/background tests incl THC. Email resume kimberly.todd@rop.com or apply at 720 Turner Dr, Durango $1000 Sign-On Bonus Interested in psych, human services or corrections careers? Work with at-risk students in a secure detention facility. - Coach counselor (FT/PT days/nights). Open interview/tour at DeNier Youth Services, Tuesdays 10:00 am, Thursdays 3:00 pm or 5:30 pm. Must be 21 yo and pass drug/background tests incl THC. Email resume kimberly.todd@rop.com or apply at 720 Turner Dr, Durango

Classes/Workshops Hope Chiropractic and Yoga Presents: Help Heal Your Hurting Shoulders: 5 things you need to know. Sat Aug 25th.

9-12 Smiley Studio 10. Pre-Register. 5 spaces remain. Early bird by 8/24 $55, $65 thereafter. 416 Fire partial scholarships available. Dr Keneen Hope DC. 970-305-3239 www.hopechiroyoga.com Dr. Melaney Presents REALationship Wisdom A free talk Wed., Sept. 5, 5:15-5:45, at R Space. drmelaney.com, 970-382-1188 8 Week Mindful Self-Compassion 8 Tuesdays starting Sept. 11 5:30 8pm Smiley Building, #205 sliding scale fee: $250-450 payment plan available.

Contact Myoung Lee, Certified Mindfulness & MSC Teacher: MyahMindful ness@gmail.com or 970-946-5379

Parenting Workshop “Finding Calm in the Chaos” is a 3 hour workshop that will provide parents skills that can be used immediately to put an end to arguing, back talk and whining.

This interactive workshop is grounded in the skills of Love & Logic plus Dr. Doug Miller’s 16 years of professional and personal experience. Thursday, August 30th 5:30pm - 8:30pm. Summit Psychology 270 E. 8th Avenue, Suite 206. $95/person; $170/couple. To register call 970/382-2680 or email dougmillergroup@gmail.com Mommy and Me Dance Class Come join the fun! Now registering for classes. Call 970-749-6456. mommyand medance.com.

Services Low Price on Storage!

Inside/outside near Durango, RJ Mini Storage. 970-259-3494. $60 for 60 Minute Massages!

Book a sixty minute massage with Sarah for Fridays during the rest of summer and only pay $60! Offer ends at the beginning of fall. Call Hair Fusion to book your appointment today! 970- 2590188.

Piano Lessons w/fun, expert teacher. Any level or age.

Lawrence Nass 769-0889.

Harmony Organizing and Cleaning Services Home and office 970-403-6192.

Spray Tans! Organic and Beautiful!

Meg Bush, LMT 970-759-0199.

Advanced Duct Cleaning Air duct cleaning specializing in dryer vents. Improves indoor air quality; reduces dust and allergens, energy bills and

fire risk. 970-247-2462 www.advanced ductcleaninginc.com

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Small In-Town Rental 1 person quaint apt., furnished, no pets; $800/mo, util incl. 799-0616.

Insight Cranial Sacral Therapy Quiet, relaxing, deep. Don 970-7698389.

Furn’d Dwtn Vic 3/1+1/2 Av 9/1-5/31 $1550+util’s. No P/S. 382-0134.

Back to School Massages!

Meg Bush, LMT 970-759-0199. massageintervention.life 25 years experience. Couples, sauna, cupping. Reviews on FB + Yelp. 970-9032984.

Massage with Kathryn 20+ years experience offering a fusion of esalen style, deep tissue massage with therapeutic stretching & Acutonics. New clients receive $5 off first session. To schedule appt. call 970-201-3373.

RealEstate Radon Services Free radon testing and consultation. Call Colorado Radon Abatement and Detection for details. 970- 946-1618.

ForSale Hot Tub – New 6HP pump, 50 jets. Cost $8,000. Sell $3,650. 505-270-3104.

1981 Honda Cub Motorscooter Sweet vintage ride, fully refurbished. Just 6,000 miles, 70 cc, manual, new tires and battery. It runs – just not currently. Needs small-engine jedi to get her up and on the road again. $1,300 OBO. 970-749-2595.

Tristan’s Stained Glass Specializing in custom orders, repairs.

Sheet glass and art glass supplies. 970- 4032011.

Reruns Home Furnishings Back-to-school – nice variety of desks, chairs, lamps and rugs. 1950s table and chairs, dishes; kitchen items; bedding; tapestries and more! Unique treasures arriving daily. 572 E. 6th Ave. 385-7336.

CommunityService Free Park Entrance to Active Duty Military, Veterans Colorado Parks and Wildlife salutes all active-duty military and veterans by offering free entrance to all 41 Colorado state parks during August. Eligible veterans may pick up their hangtag and pass beginning Aug. 1.

Proof of service must be presented at any CPW office or state park. If you are already in the CPW system as a military member or veteran, no further proof is necessary. Visit cpw.state.co.us for more info.

HaikuMovieReview ‘BlacKkKlansman’ An oeuvre on hate that is, somehow fun, tense and deeply sobering – Lainie Maxson

Get in the Guide!

Durango Telegraph Dining Guide listings include a 50-word description of your establishment and your logo for the

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screaming deal of just $20/week.

Male Only 2 BR avail. Share great in-town home.

Clean, responsible, quiet. No smkr, pets, partiers. $550 incl. util., plus dep. 970-7590551.

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Volunteers Needed for Durango Autumn Arts Festival As the Durango Arts Center’s most significant fund- and “friend-raising” event, the annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival benefits from the skills, generosity and enthusiasm of over 100 volunteers each year. The festival features over 90 incredible artists and craftspeople from our region and across the country, local food vendors and live local music all weekend on two stages. For more info contact Volunteer Coordinator Doug Gonzalez at 970-259-2606, ext. 13; or sign up at signup.com.

For info, email: lainie@durangotelegraph.com

Drinking&DiningGuide Himalayan Kitchen 992 Main Ave., 970-259-0956 www.himkitchen.com Bringing you a taste of Nepal, Tibet & India. Try our all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. The dinner menu offers a variety of tempting choices, including yak, lamb, chicken, beef & seafood; extensive veggies; freshly baked bread. Full bar. Get your lunch punch card – 10th lunch free.

Hours: Lunch, 11am-2:30 pm & dinner, Sun. - Thurs., 5-9:30 p.m., Fri. & Sat. ‘til 10 p.m. Closed 2:30 to 5 daily $$ Crossroads Coffee 1099 Main Ave., 970-903-9051 Crossroads coffee proudly serves locally roasted Fahrenheit coffee and delicious baked goods. Menu includes gluten-free items along with bullet-proof coffee, or bullet-proof chai! Come in for friendly service and the perfect buzz!

Hours: Mon.- Fri., 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. $

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BREW Pub & Kitchen 117 W. College Drive, 970-259-5959 www.brewpubkitchen.com Experience Durango’s award-winning brewery & restaurant featuring unique, hand-crafted beers, delicious food - made from scratch, and wonderful wines & cocktails. Happy Hour, Mon.- Fri. 3-6 pm & all day Sunday with $2 off beer, $1 off wines & wells & 25% off appetizers. Watch the sunset behind Smelter Mountain.

Hours: Sun.-Thurs.11 a.m. - 9p.m., & Fri. & Sat.11 a.m. to 10 p.m. $$

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