Durango discount program
Through Jan. 15: The Durango Community Recreation Center and the Durango Discovery Museum have partnered for a same-day discount program. Buy a full-price daily admission at either the Durango Community Recreation or at the Durango Discovery Museum and receive a half-price admission at the other facility on the same day. 970-375-7313, 970-259-9234
Medical Seminar Series
Today: Nov. 21 Dr. Mark Fitzgerald presents “Focus on Shoulders: Advances in Arthroscopy,” 6-7 p.m.; Nov. 28: Dr. Robert Greenhow and Dr. Craig Loucks present “The Anterior Approach Hip Replacement,” 6-7 p.m. Reservations required. Marriott Denver South, 10345 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree, 303-699-7325,
Friday Night Yoga Club
Fridays through March 16: The annual winter series continues in a different Denver studio each week, 5:30-9 p.m. Live music, food and beverages, massage and acupuncture treatments included. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Chanda Plan Foundation that helps people with disabilities. Visit the website for more information.
Boomer & Senior Yoga for Health
Sundays; through Dec. 4: Meets 1-2:15 p.m. Sundays. Participants learn the health benefits of yoga in age and how to increase flexibility, improve strength and balance, maintain healthy joints, build bone and muscle, prevent osteoporosis and reduce stress. Reservations recommended. Samadhi Yoga Studio, 639 E. 19th Ave, 303-680-YOGA (680-9642),
Open Studio
Nov. 28: A new series of classes begin including “Bollywood Rhythms/Zumba” (age 16+), “Bollywood Choreography” (18+), “ZumbAtomic” (4-12) and others. 75 S. Cherokee St., 650-2GALAXI (650-242-5294) , e-mail: GalaxieDanceCO@gmail.com, facebook: Galaxie Dance
Great Skate Month
Through Nov. 30: South Suburban Parks and Recreation celebrates Great Skate Month by offering free group skating lessons Saturdays at South Suburban Ice Arena and Family Sports Center. Anyone who attends a public skating session is eligible for a free 30-minute skating lesson. Free skating lessons are offered at 1 p.m. at South Suburban Ice Arena and at 2:30 p.m. at Family Sports Center. Sessions are $7.75, $5.75 for residents. The sessions are noon to 3 p.m. at South Suburban Ice Arena and 1 to 4 p.m. at Family Sports Center. Skate rental is available. South Suburban Ice Arena, 6580 S. Vine St., Centennial; Family Sports Center, 6901 S. Peoria St., Centennial; sspr.org
City of Fort Collins
December: Offering various classes, workshops and excursions. Archery, mountaineering, downhill skiing, backcountry trips, snow tubing and snowboarding are included. Dates, location and costs vary.
Outdoor Cooking
Dec. 3: The Wild Outdoor Workshops Series continues with this program on how to prepare a meal using only a camp stove, 1-3 p.m. $12, $10 members. Registration required. The Wildlife Experience, 10035 Peoria St., Parker, 720-488-3344,
Sol Vida Dance Studio
Dec. 3: “Winter Wow: A Weekend of Workshops: Dance, Yoga and Meditation,” 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Teens and adults of all levels invited. $88, $77 by Dec. 1. Sol Vida Dance Studio + Community Space for the Arts, 4926 E. Colfax Ave., 720-224-5990,
Dancing the Soul
Dec. 4: One-year anniversary celebration with various classes in yoga, Zumba, belly dancing, meditation and others offered 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. $5 each. Reservations required; Dec. 18: “Renew and Restore” yoga class, 1:30-3:30 p.m. $20, includes refreshments. Reservations required. 950-C Jersey St., 303-502-4586,
“Destress During the Holidays”
Dec. 8: Author Wendy De Rosa hosts this program that includes a short film, demonstrations and a Q&A session based on her recent book, “Energy Healing Through the Chakras: A Guide to Self-Healing.” De Rosa will also sign copies of her book. The free program begins at 7:45 p.m. Yoga Pod, 1750 29th St., Boulder,
Denver Nuggets Basketball Skills Challenge
Dec. 10: Boys and girls ages 7-14 are invited to this challenge that focuses on shooting, dribbling and passing. Participants must bring a copy of their birth certificate for age verification. Registration for ages 7-10 is 9-9:30 a.m. and the program begins at 9:30 a.m. Registration for ages 11-14 is 10:30-11 a.m. and the program begins at 11 a.m. There is no advance registration. The top boy and girl in each age group will advance to a sectional competition. Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton, 303-798-7515
“Tommelfest”
Dec. 10: Season kickoff celebration includes lessons from the University of Denver Nordic Team, a beer garden, BBQ, retail specials and more, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. A Biathlon Clinic with U.S. Olympian Haley Johnson is included. $15, $7 ages 5-12, free under 5. Devil’s Thumb Ranch, 2430 County Road 83, Tabernash,
Nature Hike with Santa Claus
Dec. 10 and 17: Join Santa for a story, a hike and some hot chocolate, 10-11:30 a.m. $4, $3 members. Bring your camera. Reservations required. Fountain Creek Nature Center, 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, 719-520-6745,
Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis
Dec. 11: The 20th annual run/walk to raise awareness and funds for arthritis. Jingle bells are provided for participants and a holiday-themed costume contest is included. Dogs in costume are also welcome. 8 a.m. registration at South High School, 9 a.m. costume contest, 9:45 a.m. Snowman Scramble Kids Fun Run, 10 a.m. opening ceremonies, 10:20 a.m. 5K run/walk starts, 11 a.m. awards ceremony. Fees vary. Washington Park,
Little Wonders: Santa Claus Hike
Dec. 22: Activities and a short hike for ages 2-3 and their parents, 10-11:15 a.m. $3. Reservations required. Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs, 719-520-6387,
Compiled by Vickie Heath, The Denver Post
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