Forever Frontier
The 2008 Visitors' Guide to Southwestern New Mexico, West Texas & Southeastern Arizona

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Regional
Calendar of Events

 

 

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MAY 

1 Stage 2, Tour of The Gila Bike Race
Inner Loop Road Race Information: (575) 388.3222

1-31 "Glitter & Chalk: Carnival Prize Caricatures,
1915-1960" exhibit at the Silver City Museum through
September 28. (575) 538-5921 or toll-free (877) 777-7947)
or e-mail info@silvercitymuseum.org

1 17th Annual Trout Round-Up (through May 17)
Greer, AZ. Stop by the Tin Star Trading Post and sign-up. Weekly big Fish Trophies & Prizes in 4 categories : Youth 12 & under, youth 13-18,Women's 18 & up, mens 18 & up End of Derby Overall BigFish Award & Prizes. Fly Fishing Seminar opening day 9 a.m. at Snowy Mtn. Inn.

1-5 Marfa Film Festival Marfa, TX
www.marfafilmfestival.org or call 432-729-5541

1-19 Student Art Show Sponsored by the Magdalena Arts Gallery
Magdalena, NM, info@magdalena-nm.com

2 Stage 3, Tour of The Gila Bike Race
Dan Potts' Memorial Tyrone Time Trial (575) 388.3222

2 Bike Race Pasta Bar sponsored by the Silver City Lions Club.
Pasta Bar will include lasagna, spaghetti, salad and dessert. $7.00 per person. To be held at the Lions Clubhouse on 8th Street (behind Dominos Pizza). 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Call 534-1138 for more information.

2-3 4th Annual Smokey Bear Days
Capitan NM . Friday noon to dusk Arts and Crafts Marketplace. Friday night free DJ and Karaoke Contest. Saturday parade 10:00 am.,
Arts and crafts plus many other activities, 7:00 am till 11:00 pm. Free Street Dance at Smokey Bear Historic Park. Info: 575-354-2273 or 575-354-2748 or www.smokeybeardays.org

2-4 59th Annual Fiesta!
Downtown T or C, Ralph Edwards
Park, and other locations around town

2-3 Yard Sale, Silver City, by The High
Desert Humane Society. Call the
shelter at 575-538-9261 for more information.

2-4 "M" Mountain AYSO Soccer Tournament
Teams from New Mexico and surrounding states compete in
Socorro for trophies and honors. Socorro. (575) 838-3900

3 St. Joseph Food Fiesta, Lordsburg, NM
Greater Hidalgo County Chamber of Commerce. (575) 542.9864
lordsburgcoc@aznex.net

3 Stage 4, Tour of The Gila Bike Race
The Silver City Downtown Criterium (575) 388.3222

3 Cinco de Mayo Celebration
A celebration that commemorates the victory of the Mexican over the French army at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. There will be games and pinatas for the kids, food vendors, and a nearby beer garden, presented by the Historic Capitol Bar. Historic Plaza, Socorro. (575) 835-8927

3-4 Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Mesilla Plaza, NM 524.3262

3 New Deal Celebration "Sunday in the Park"
Colossal Cave Mountain Park, Vail, AZ. 11:00 am-3:00 pm
75th Anniversary Celebration of "Thew New Deal" in Arizona!
www.colossalcave.com info@colossalcave.com

3 2nd Anniversary of Gallery Opening and
Student Art Show Awards
Sponsored by the Magdalena Arts Gallery.
Magdalena, NM, info@magdalena-nm.com

3
Zane Mead Hubbard Museum of the American West, Ruidoso Downs, NM. All day. Copper painting artist will reveal his methods. Museum Hours: 9-5, admission $6 adults, discounts for seniors, military and children. Info: 575-378-4142 or www.
hubbardmuseum.org

3-4 Santa Cruz County Horse Races
Sonoita, Arizona. The 93nd running of the Sonoita Horse Races will be at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, April 26-27, and May 3-4. Post time: 1:00 pm. Gates open: 10:30am. Kentucky Derby simulcast wagering on May 3.Traditional Mint Juleps, great food and other concessions add to the fast fun of racing excitement. Admission: $3 for adults, children 12 and under: free. Free parking.

3 New Deal Era and Honoring Army Nurses
Fort Bayard, NM (east of Silver City) 10 A.M. until 2 P.M. Theater located north-east of the hospital. Tours and more! 575-388-4477, 575-956-5956.

3 Farmer's Market
Bisbee, Arizona. www.discoverbisbee.com
Saturdays, May 3, 2008, - October 25, 2008, 8 AM to 12 PM
Every Saturday morning during the warmer months Bisbee-area growers market a wide variety of locally grown or handmade items at Vista Park in the Warren Area of Bisbee. A variety of workshops take place here as well as occasional live music and other happenings. Call (520) 432-3554 or 1-866-2BISBEE for more information.

3 & 17 AALF Thrift Store Alpine, AZ
Open 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m, 1st & 3rd Saturdays

4 Stage 5, Tour of The Gila Bike Race, The Gila Monster Road Race
Information: (575) 388.3222

4 Little Joe y La Familia Live in Concert
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Little Joe y La Familia! This band has been one of the most popular Tex-Mex bands in the music industry. Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino. Mescalero, NM near Ruidoso
www.innofthemountaingods.com/
(877) 277-4577

5 New Moon

6 Quemado Community Advisory Board
monthly meetings first Tuesday of each month at
6:00 PM at Quemado Community Center.
Public is invited. For information: 773-4627

8 Blood Drive Glenwood Community Center
10:00 am to 4:30 pm. Give blood, be a hero, and save a life! Individuals can sign up at the Glenwood Post Office or at the Alma Store. Walk-ins are welcome! If you have any questions please contact Amy Robertson at 539-2444 or Nancy Coates at 539-2497.

8-11 72nd Annual Sonoita Quarter Horse Show
At the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, Sonoita, AZ. Cattle classes include heading, heeling, calf roping, breakaway roping and working cow classes. All day. Free

9 Crownpoint Rug Auction
300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com CrownPoint, NM

9 & 11 Hi Lo Silvers present Two Concerts
The Hi Lo Silvers, a women's chorus directed by Valdeen Wooton, will present its Spring Concert of stage and film songs on May 9 at 7 PM and May 11 at 3:00 PM. Both performances will be in the First Presbyterian Church, 1915 North Swan Street, Silver City. There is no admission charge.

9-11 Square Dance Festival Ruidoso Middle School
Gymnasium, White Mountain Drive. 'Swing' on by for the 60th New Mexico State Festival! Hours: Fri 3:30 - 5:00 pm, Sat 7:30 - 10:00 pm, Sun 8:30 - 11:00 am. Ticket info: 575-257-0710

9 Bisbee Fire Dept's 100th Anniversary Bisbee, Arizona
Includes Bisbee Fire Fighters Centennial Tournament at Turquoise Valley Golf Club and Picnic at Vista Park, Bike & Car Show
& Shine, Kids Games, Horseshoe Tournament, Firefighters Muster, Food & Vendors, Fireworks at Dusk (520) 432.4110)

10 Tyrone Cowboy Poetry & Music Gathering
6:00 PM, at the Tyrone Community Center. Featuring The Copper Creek Wranglers and Mike Moutoux "New Mexico's Most Enchanting Cowboy" along with several local performers. Barbecue sandwiches will be sold at intermission. Tickets $7 at Circle Heart Western Wear or Morning Star Screen Printing. All proceeds go toward renovations to the Community Center. Pete Kennedy, 575-534-0741

10 "Cactus Carnival" 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Pancho Villa State Park, Columbus, NM
1-5757531-2711 or email sylvia.brenner@state.nm.us.

10-11 Mother's Day PowWow Gathering of Native Americans
to showcase their drumming, dancing, colorful costumes,
and arts and crafts. Socorro. (505) 881-8847.

10 Mogollon Mountains Gun Club Shoot
9:00a.m. at the Glenwood Range. Call John Murphy at
539-2527 for information. Glenwood, NM

10 PTO Mothers Day Bingo
Glenwood, NM Community Center

10 Catron County Gymkhana
Rodeo starting at 9:00 am. Entry deadline is May 1.
For more information, contact Carolyn Livingston in Reserve
(575) 533-6671 after 5:00 pm.

10 Walking Tour of Ft. Bayard
National Historic Landmark 9:30 am Tour begins at
the Fort Bayard Theater located near the northeast corner
of the hospital. Fort Bayard Theater (575) 388-4477

10 Mimbres Valley EMS Benefit Lunch and Dance
12 Noon to 3:00pm Enchilada Lunch ($6.00) at Mimbres Round-Up Lodge, Acklin Hll Rd., San Lorenzo with the Dance from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at the Casa Blanca Bar, 5830 E. Hwy 152, Hanover; $8/singles and $15/couples. Door prizes included and featuring M. Ramos and the Sound Connection. Mimbres Valley EMS is holding this benefit to raise funds for necessary emergency medical equipment and supplies. Come join us for a day and evening of fun! Mimbres Round-up Lodge, San Lorenzo & Casa Blanca Bar, Hanover, NM. (575) 313-9152

10 Silver City Farmers' Market Opening Day
8:30 am. The Silver City Farmers Market will be returning to Historic Downtown for the upcoming 2008
season! The site will be the new Main Street Plaza. Site preparation will include grading and graveling of the six lots of the property, while 7th/Main/8th streets will be devoted to parking and picking up of customers. Come see us!

10 Book Sale The Silver City Friends of the Library will
hold ongoing one-day book sales at their bookstore
located in the City Yard at 1510 Market Street in Silver City on the "Second Saturday" of every month for the remainder of 2008. Sales are open to members at 9am and are then opened to the general
public at 10 am. Memberships may be purchased at the gate, and the sales will continue each Saturday until 3 pm.

10 Dia de las Madres Mexicanas 11:00 am
goes until 3:00 pm. Cost $8 boleto/persona incluye
comida, bebida, flor, y musica para bailar y recordar.
100 N. Prescott St., Santa Clara, NM (575) 538-6526

Saturdays "I've Got Brains That Jingle Jangle Jingle"
Pinos Altos Melodrama Theatre, Pinos Altos, NM
(north of Silver City) Performances Saturdays at 8:00 pm in the
historic Pinos Altos Opera House. Cheer and boo, throw popcorn! Full bar service. (575) 388.3848

10 American Legion Post 18 meets the 2nd
Saturday of each month at 10:00am in our Post Home located at 409 W. College Ave., and non-American Legion member veterans are invited to attend. Silver City. Contact: Bill Trotter 575-534-4245
& billalden@yahoo.com

10 Second Annual "Run for the Bluff"
Clifton, AZ. Memorial events and ceremonies to honor all veterans from all wars and conflicts who served
and for those who sacrificed all for our freedom
KIA ~ MIA ~ POW. Oscar Urrea 602-677-6835
Bob Chacon 602-377-3704

10 May Art Hop Downtown Truth or Consequences.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Many of downtown's galleries, studios, stores and restaurants are open for the evening on the second Saturday of every month from 6-9, rain or shine. Come out to see new shows, hear music, people-watch, and mingle. Information and walking maps are on the website. Free. Downtown Gallery District Association, torcgalleries@gmail.com

10 Hot Springs Gymkhana T or C
8:00 am, Sierra County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo Arena
Sierra County youth age 2 - 18 can enter to compete in the following events, depending on their age categories: barrels, pole bending, flag race, goat tagging/tying, team roping, breakaway roping, and steer riding. Each gymkhana includes a raffle and concessions. Enter at 8am; grand entry is at 9am. Entry fees vary. Contact: Hot Springs Gymkhana Association, Jonna Smith, 575-743-9826 jscaballo@yahoo.com

10 Artists and Writers Showcase
El Paso Saddleblanket Company, El Paso. 10:00 am-4:00
Artist JaNeil Anderson from Red Rock, NM will be featured!

10 "Critters in Your Garden"
The Asombro Institute for Science Education (home of the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park) will help you celebrate Mother's Day by hosting this event. Bring your mom (grandmas and aunts count also!) to this free event. Held at Enchanted Gardens located at 270 Avenida de Mesilla, Las Cruces from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

10 Second Annual Corazon de la Montana
Sprint Triathlon Ruidoso Athletic Club, 8:00 am. Course includes 500 meter Swim, 10 mile Bike and 3.1 mile Run. 575-257-4900 or info@ruidosoathleticclub.com. Ruidoso, NM

10 Mother's Day Party, Las Cruces Farmers' Market,
downtown mall. 541.2288

10 Spring Street Fair Sponsored by the Magdalena
Arts Gallery. Magdalena, NM, info@magdalena-nm.com

10 Miner's Ball Bisbee, Arizona
www.discoverbisbee.com Queen Mine Tour 6:00-9:00
pm. Call (520) 432-7071 or www.bisbeemuseum.org.

10 Quilt Show "Pieces and Patches"
The Sulphur Springs Valley Historical Society will hold its second annual quilt show at the Willcox United Methodist Church (corner of Curtis and Maley). 12:00 NOON. Admission is free. All types of pieced and patched work will be exhibited with items ranging from articles of clothing to full-sized bed coverings and wall hangings. Old and new items as well as hand and machine-quilted pieces will be displayed. The quilt show is being held in conjunction with the Historical Society's Preservation Week Celebration. Join us on Railroad Avenue for the festivities. For more information regarding the quilt show, or if you have a quilted item that you would like to display, contact Ruth Jensen, PO Box 207, Willcox, AZ 85644 or phone 520-384-2495. Willcox, AZ. www.willcoxchamber.com

10 Opening Day, Concho Farmers' Market
Concho, Arizona. Produce, seedlings, gifts, artisans and craftspeople! The market is located at the junction of Highway 61 and 180A in Concho, Arizona (northwest of Springerville) and this year will be open on Saturdays May 10th through October 25th.? Hours are 8AM to noon May through September and 9AM to noon in October. Vendor applications are available online at www.ConchoFarmers.org or can be obtained by contacting market manager Roy Ledford at (928) 245-8810.

10 Hondo Fiesta Hondo School Gym, Hondo NM.
Annual Enchilada Dinner from 4:30 to 6:30pm, and
dance performance at 7pm. Info: 575-653-4411

10-11 La Fiesta Primavera Holy Trinity Monastery
hosts their annual festival featuring more than 120 artists, entertainment, many varieties of food, book store, pecan booth, thrift store and the beautiful rose garden. Sat 10-5 pm, Sun 10-4 pm. (520) 720-4016 x17 (St David/Monastery: Hwy 80 between Benson and Tombstone/between milepost 302 and 303) www.explorecochise.com

10 The Apache County Patchers Quilt Guild
meets the 2nd Saturday of every month. Dates are May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, September 13, and Oct. 11.This group includes gals from all over Apache County, plus some from Reserve, Apache Creek and Luna, N.M. They are a great group and do some great things for others.
Alpine, Arizona

11 Mother's Day

11 American Legion Mothers Day Pancake Breakfast
Glenwood Community Center. 8-10 am. Glenwood, NM

11 Labyrinths for "Standing Women
A 5-minute event at 1:00 pm. www.standingwomen.org
Whitewater Mesa Labyrinths, 2nd house on the left after mile marker 3 on Highway 159. [Bursum Road off Highway 180, between Glenwood and Alma.] For information, call Cordelia, 575 539-2868

13 Copper CowBelles Membership Luncheon
11:30 am, Rydeski & Co., 1120 West St., Silver City.
To join the Grant County Copper CowBelles, or to RSVP for the luncheon, call President Kathy Davis: (575) 388.5039 or Kim Clark (575) 574.2629

13 Monthly Meeting, San Francisco Valley 4-H Club
Second Tuesday each month

13 Meeting, Luna Valley 4-H Club
7:00 pm, Luna Community Center.
Parents and visitors are invited to attend.
Second Tuesday each month

14 Gila Chapter of the
Back Country Horsemen
meets at 7:00 PM in the conference room at Gila Regional Medical Center. Visitors are always welcome! Second Weds. each month

14 & 17 Wisdom Painting for Self-Discovery
Silver City, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Wednesday, May 14 and Saturday May 17. Come to one or both sessions. Facilitated by Mary Gravelle. Contact her at (575) 956-7315 or info@marysfineart.com.
www.wisdompainting.com

15 Catron County Historical Society Meeting
Datil, NM

15 San Ysidro Day 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Join us for a traditional
processional and blessing of the museum's farm fields,
animals and gardens. New Mexico Farm & Ranch Museum,
Las Cruces. 575-522-4100

15-18 Ruidoso Aspencash Motorcycle Rally
Ruidoso Convention Center. (800) 452.8045

15 Newcomers Club of Grant County 10:30 am.
Monthly luncheon meeting. Program and Lunch: 388-3742

16-17 Dutch Oven Family Camp-Out
Hosted by Greenlee County 4-H for all 4-H members, families, and invited guests, May 16 & 17th at Blackjack Campground on Mule Creek. Come join the fun Friday evening and learn how to do Dutch oven cooking, read the stars, and sing songs around the campfire. Saturday morning they will again do Dutch Oven Cooking, have a GPS nature scavenger hunt, and learn about the forest. Please contact the office (359-2261) if you would like to help with this great camp.

16 "Boomed, Busted & Bought Out Again:
A History of Mining in New Mexico"
The Hubbard Museum of the American West, Ruidoso Downs, NM
www.hubbardmuseum.org (through January 2009)

16-18 Davis Mountains Preserve Open Weekend
Davis Mountain Preserve , Fort Davis, TX
On Open Weekends, the Preserve is open for car camping,
hiking, backpacking, Bring-Your-Own-Horse riding, birding
and more. Reservations are not required for day use but
are suggested for overnight stays and events.
Call 432-426-2390 ext. 1

17 Gila Hotsprings Third Annual Festival
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Come enjoy the Hotsprings Festival in the Gila. Relaxation and soaking and horseback trips are the order of the day. Lodging and camping with hotsprings are available. Free historic tours. Entertainers include Michael Goodluck, Navaho flute maker and musician, Bonnie Bluhm, Albuquerque singer/songwriter, Michael Moutoux, local musician and cowboy poet, Pete Kennedy, Local cowboy poet, Michael Kunz, Local flute player, Doug Fine, Local author, and other surprise guest appearances. The Red Paint Powwow group will sell Indian Fry Bread, and the Mimbres folks will cook hot dogs, hamburgers, etc. Anyone else interested in selling food or crafts, contact us. Location: Doc Campbell's, near Gila Cliff Dwellings north of Silver City. (575) 536-9551

17 Finer Limitz Car Show
8:00 am, Hurley, NM. Music! Fun! Entertainment! Hurley Community Church Breakfast (3rd & Carrasco). The PARADE starts at E Street & the water tanks at 9am sharp. Ribbons will be awarded. Games, prizes, raffles, drawings, souvenirs, arts & crafts, food vendors, bake sale and t-shirts. Street dance 7-11pm (bring your chairs). Low Riders, custom cars & trucks, motorcycles, euros, original, under construction, hot rods, corvette class, lowrider bike, muscle car, model car display, trophy presentations. 575.534.0905 or 537.2124

17 Bayard Health Fair 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more info‚
contact Connie Hostetler Bayard Community Center‚
290 Hurley Avenue‚ Bayard‚ NM (575) 388-1198 x 10

17-18 The New Fiber Fest Lincoln, NM, Hwy 380, 9:00-6:00
A fabulous showing of Lincoln County weavers, spinners and artisans working with all-natural materials will be held in the Lincoln Historical State Monument Visitors Center. Their works will be on display and there will be demonstrations of the art of weaving. Info: 575-653-4025

17 Matt Mikulich
Hubbard Museum of the American West, Ruidoso Downs, all day. Mining aficionado Matt Mikulich talks and sings the history of early hard rock mining in Colorado and New Mexico from 1859 to about 1900, enhancing the opening of the Museum's exhibit, 'Boomed, Busted and Bought Out Again'. Museum Hours: 9-5, admission $6 adults, discounts for seniors, military and children. Info: 575-378-4142 or hubbardmuseum.org

17 Hillsboro Heritage Day Home
and Garden Tours
10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Hillsboro (various locations).
"A Gift to the Street" Tour will showcase six homes and three gardens, each contributing to the streetscape that makes Hillsboro one of Southern New Mexico's most unique and historic small towns. The homes demonstrate restored, rehabilitated or unique styles of building; the gardens on the tour represent formal, informal, private and public styles. Tickets may be purchased in advance or reserved by credit card at Percha Creek Traders (575-895-5116) in Hillsboro, or by mailing a check to Friends of the Hillsboro Community Library, Home Tour Event Coordinator, at P.O. Box 205, Hillsboro NM 88042. $10 for a day pass Contact: Hillsboro Historic Society, Patty Woodruff, 575-895-5385 patita@zianet.com http://hillsboronm.org

17 Second Annual Heritage Music Festival
2:00 - 10:00 pm, Hillsboro Community Center.
The second annual Heritage Music Festival, part of Hillsboro's Heritage Day (which also includes a home and garden tour) will showcase eight local and regional groups, performing in the traditional styles of swing, blues, bluegrass, folk and country. Proceeds will contribute to the purchase of the historic site of Hillsboro's courthouse and jail (built in 1892) and to the all-volunteer-operated historic Hillsboro Community Center and Community Library. $20/day or $5/set . Hillsboro Historic Society, Patty Woodruff, 575-895-5385 patita@zianet.com http://hillsboronm.org

17 Guided Tour of Buffalo Soldier Historical Sites
Fort Huachuca Museum, Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista, AZ. Learn about the accomplishments and history of Fort Huachuca's Buffalo Soldiers from members of the Southwest Association of Buffalo Soldiers. The guided tours will begin at the Fort Huachuca Museum and proceed to various historic sites on the post. 12:00 noon. Free. (520) 417-6960 Note: The post is an active military installation. Visitor passes are available to US citizens at the Main Gate with a valid driver's license, vehicle registration and proof of insurance (or rental vehicle agreement). All passengers over 18 must have photo identification. Cochise County, AZ www.explorecochise.com

17 Armed Forces Day El Paso, TX, Fort Bliss
Military equipment displays, Chili Cook-Off, live music, historic tours, health fair, and more. (915) 568.2497

18 Qualifier for Walt Nichols Memorial
Tri-County Roping
Held at SouthWest Horsemans Arena, Silver City, N.M.
Information? Contact Steve or Wacey Allen 575-546-1590

18-23 The 16th New Mexico Economic
Development Course
People from throughout the state are registered to attend the Course. They will be coming to Silver City to attend the week-long program held in the Besse-Forward Global Resource Center. Western New Mexico University and the Small Business Development Center partner with the New Mexico Economic Development Department to present the Course every May. The course will accept a maximum of 40 people. For more information contact the SBDC at 505-538-6320, or mcarthur@wnmu.edu.

18 Overland Trail Museum "Ladies Tea"
Overland Trail Museum, Fort Davis, TX 432-426-2011
Period costume welcome but not required.

19 Full Moon

19 Closing Date, June 2008 Issue,
The Glenwood Gazette
Submit community dates & event information, and advertising by this date. Call Gale (505) 388.4806 or email gale@cybermesa.com

20-22 La Fiestas De San Juan Bautista
Regina Barth Fiesta Park, St. Johns, AZ 85936
(928)337-2000

22 "Ground Level Grantwriting." Mini-Workshop
Reserve, NM
Catron County Health Council meeting room on Main Street in Reserve on Thursday, May 22, from 1-4 pm. Cost is $10. and pre-registration is required. To register, call Wally Lawder at The Wellspring Center: 575-534-0665 or email wellspring@wellnesscoalition.org

23 Opening Day Ruidoso Downs Racetrack
The Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino kick off horseracing season today, which runs through Labor Day, September 1st with the running of the world's richest Quarter Horse race, the All-American Futurity! Live racing will take place every Thursday through Sunday, beginning at 1pm, except on holiday weekends, when the horses will run Friday through Monday; Free admission in Grandstand area. For more info, call 575-378-4140 or visit www.ruidosodownsracing.com/page4.html

23-26 USSSA King of the Mountain Baseball
Tournament: 915-858-0665 or
usssabaseballnewmexico.com. Ruidoso, NM

23-26 Memorial Day Weekend Festivities

24 Elfego Baca Statue Unveiling
& All-Day Celebration Reserve, NM
Barbeque, Dance, Speakers, Vendors, and lots of fun!

24 Pre-Memorial Day Barbeque & Art Show
Presented byThe Black Range Artisans at the Mimbres Round-Up Lodge in San Lorenzo, NM (east of Silver City).
10:00 am til --?

TBA Compassionate Friends is a support group for parents who are recovering from the death of a child. For information on the time, date, and location of the May meeting of the Silver City chapter, please call 575-574-4934 or 575-313-0877

23-25 Second Annual Bluegrass Festival
promises to be a toe-tapping, hand-clapping extravaganza!
Bands, open mic, food vendors, fabulous view of the Florida Mountains: What more could you want? Tickets are available in advance or at the gate.
Rockhound State Park, Deming. For more info please contact the park office at 575-546-6182 or E-mail jmranch@vtc.net

23-25 Silver City Blues Festival
Gough Park, Silver City www.mimbresarts..org

24 Second Annual Vets Blues Bike-Run
9:00 a.m. Silver City. The Vets Blues Bike-Run will be held in conjunction with the Mimbres Arts Council Blues Festival. We will be having another Poker Run and this year it will be approximately 135 miles. We plan to go from Silver City Hwy 180 East to Highway 61 by City of Rocks‚ through San Lorenzo which is Highway 25 to Lake Roberts‚ then to Highway 15 to the Gila Cliff Dwellings. Then we turn around and come back on Highway 15 to Pinos Altos‚ down to Silver City and Gough Park‚ in time for the Blues Festival music.
contact Jose Rey 575-534-4752 or 575-313-5116; Mike Jimenez 575-388-4162 or Bill Gassert 575-590-1769

24-26 Southern New Mexico Wine Festival
The Vintner's Splash. Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds Visitors can sample wine from the many New Mexico wineries as well as enjoy live entertainment and local vendors. - www.lascrucescvb.org

24-25 Fishing Derby sponsored by Snuffy's at Quemado Lake, NM 575-773-4672

24 Art on the Lawn at Snuffy's by Quemado Lake, NM
575-773-4672

24 Walking Tour of Ft. Bayard
National Historic Landmark
9:30 am. Tour begins at the Fort Bayard Theater located near the northeast corner of the hospital. Fort Bayard Theater, east of Silver City.

24-25 Catron County Gymkhana Rodeo
The series will conclude with May 24 and 25 rodeos, with the deadline set for May 14. Participants must take place in at least 3 of the 4 rodeos to compete for prizes. Come out for some great fun!
For more information, contact Carolyn Livingston in Reserve
(575) 533-6671 after 5:00 pm.

24-26 KLAQ International BalloonFest
Anthony, TX (west of El Paso) Wet 'n Wild Waterworld. Balloon
rides, water rides, food & arts vendors, live concerts.
(915) 886.2222

24 Tour of the Historic Armendaris Ranch
8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Meet at Geronimo Springs Museum, 211 Main Street, T or C. Follow the Jornada del Muerto portion of the Camino Real to Black Mesa and around the ranch. Tour includes an overview of the Val Verde battlefield and some history on this Civil War battle in New Mexico. The tour is a fundraiser for the Geronimo Springs Museum; cost includes lunch. Space is limited; advance reservations are required. $150 per person. Contact: Geronimo Springs Museum, LaRena Miller, 575-894-6600 http://www.geronimospringsmuseum.com

24 Annual Fly Freedom's Flag Parade
10:00 am-2:00 pm, Marina del Sur, Elephant Butte State Lake Park. This event pays tribute to US troops and veterans. The boat parade begins at noon; other planned events include POW/MIA service, wreath toss, playing of Taps, and a USAF fly-by. Campers are encouraged to participate by decorating their camps with red, white and blue. Contact - Dawg Pouund Boaters / Steve Hayner: 505-269-0469 or mdsdawgs@yahoo.com

24-25 Strawbale and Earth Plaster Workshop
Kingston, NM. satomi@landerland.com

24-25 Gold Rush Days White Oaks NM
All day Sat., Sun am. An authentic 1890's gold camp with gold panning and mineral exhibits, live drama, vendors, fashion review, kids rodeo and campfire tales. Sunday morning Cowboy Church services. 575-648-5618. Near Ruidoso, NM

24-25 Ruidoso Valley Noon Lions Gun & Collectible Show
Convention Center, doors open at 9 am each day, admission is $4 for adults & kids get in free when accompanied by an adult. Hours: Saturday from 9:00 am till 6:00 pm, Sunday from 9:00 am till 3:00 pm .
Info: Mark 575-505-2589. Ruidoso, NM

24-25 Memorial Day Gourd Dance Community Center
Gymnasium in Mescalero, NM, 1-8pm. The Mescalero Gourd Society is a non-profit organization and we will be holding our 7th Annual Memorial Day Gourd Dance at the Mescalero Community Center Gymnasium from 1:00 - 8:00 p.m. Info: Clar Eyelash, 575-921-3065

24-25 Mayfair 31st annual Mayfair Juried Art Show. 55 artists from
around the country come to Cloudcroft's Zenith park to sell totally original art, pottery, jewelry and much more. Lots of food and live entertainment. Call the Chamber @ 682-2733 www.cloudcroft.net

24-25 Bisbee Gem Show Queen Mine Tour
Bisbee, Arizona. chamber@bisbeearizona.com
Gems and minerals from many regions. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM,
in Historic Bisbee. (520) 432-2071

24-26 Wyatt Earp Days
In honor of the West's most famous lawman. Activities: gunfights, chili cook-off, hangings & 1880's fashion show, street entertainment, Wyatt look-alike contest and more. Sponsored by Tombstone Lion's. For info contact Steve at (520) 457-3291 or www.wyattearpdays.com Cochise County, AZ www.explorecochise.com

24-25 Bush Valley Craft Club
Memorial Day Weekend Craft Show
featuring local and area vendors. Saturday, 9:00-3:00
Sunday, 9:00-2:00 pm. Bake sale, raffle, and lunch available. Alpine Community Center, Alpine, AZ
Info: Jo 928-339-4828 or Nancy 928-339-4042

23 Pancake Breakfast 7:00 am
Alpine Fire Station. Alpine, AZ www.alpinearizona.com

24-25 Woodcarver Carve-A-Long
(our 19th annual) Greer, AZ
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 a.m. at the Quacker Barrel, 60 Main Street, Greer, Arizona. There will be carvers from both the Tucson and Phoenix clubs, carving caricatures, birds, bears, walking sticks, etc. For more information call (928) 735-7491

24-26 Fort Davis Memorial Day
Fort Davis Historic Site, Fort Davis, TX
www.fortdavis.com

24 Fort Davis Memorial Day Weekend Dance
featuring Casey Berry & The Live Texas Mosquitoes. 9:00 pm to 1:00 am. Behind the Union building. BYOB, but no glass please! Fort Davis www.fortdavis.com

24-25 Cowboy Hall of Fame Rendezvous
and Team Roping ~ County Roping Arena, The event is free of charge and open to the public. Honorees will be inducted into the Big Bend Cowboy Hall of Fame. For more information call Curtis Evans 432-364-2231 or Bob Wright 432-729-3962. Marfa, TX www.marfacc.com

23 Cumbres & Toltec
Scenic Railroad
opens this weekend, Chama, NM
(888) 286.2737

23-25 RiverFest
Farmington, NM
The rivers are celebrated with a festival of music, fine arts, food, entertainment, a 10K and 5K run and walk, riverside trail walks and river raft rides. Located at River Reach Terrace at the corner of Scott Ave and San Juan Blvd and Animas Park off Browning Parkway in Farmington, NM. (505) 325-5273 or 1-800-448-1240. riverreachfoundation.com

23-25 20th Annual Farmington
Invitational Balloon Festival
Farmington, NM www.farmingtonnm.org
The hot air balloons launch off the banks at Farmington Lake at 6:30am, Saturday and Sunday. The famous Splash n' Dash and Hare N' Hound races occur both days. A shuttle is available to spectators to take from the parking lot down to the balloons, There they can walk through launch sites and see the balloons up close. Call (800) 448-1240 or visit www.farmingtonnm.org

26 Memorial Day

28-31 18th Annual Wild Wild West Pro Rodeo
Southwest Horseman's Arena, Silver City
"Boys 'n Bulls" ~ May 28; PRCA Rodeo ~ May 29, 30, 31
Sponsored By ~ AmBank, Classic Pro Rodeo,
and The Southwest Horsemen's Association!
Tickets: Early Sales $ 10. 00, Tickets At Gate $ 15.00, Kids 5 and under, Free.

29 "Tough Enough to Wear Pink"
18th Annual Wild Wild West Pro Rodeo
Cancer Awareness Night & Tribute to Returning Veterans
Wear pink on Thursday night and buy your ticket at the gate,
and 50 cents of each ticket goes to Cancer Fund.
www.silvercity.org 1.800.548.9378

29 Aztec Fiesta Days
Aztec, NM celebrates summer with a downtown parade, live music, dancers, entertainment, games, food, arts and crafts, the Frasier Carnival, a Classic Car show, new car show Expo, juried fine arts, special Aztec speedway races and so much more! It's family fun throughout the city. It all starts at 10:00 am in Minium Park. Call (505) 334-9551 for more information or visit www.aztecchamber.com
(Through June 1)

30-31 Willcox Rod & Classic Car Show
The 2nd annual car show will be held in the Willcox Historic District on Railroad Ave. For information contact the Willcox Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture at 520-384-2272 or the Rex Allen Museum at 520-384-4583 or info@rexallenmuseum.org.

30 Gold Rush Days
White Oaks, NM (Near Carrizozo) Through June 1
Panning for gold, shoot-outs, and more fun! www.whiteoaksnewmexico.com
(877) 277-4577

31 Datil Plant and Bake Sale
Lots of great things! Scholarship fundraiser
To donate or further info, call Fran at (575)772-5166

31 Concealed Carry Class
Sponsored by the Mogollon Mountains
Gun Club. Glenwood Community Center . Call Cathy Murphy at 539-2527
for information and reservations. Cost is $70. Glenwood, NM

31 Stars-N-Parks Astronomy Program
Program starts at 9:20 PM. The Stars-N-Parks astronomy outreach programs‚ designed to educate and orientate attendees to the night sky as seen from a dark sky site and provide telescopes for deep sky observation‚ are sponsored by the National Public Observatory and New Mexico State Parks. Specific details for this event include: City of Rocks State Park‚ Sunset 8:09 PM‚ Program Starts at 9:20 PM‚ Program Ends at 10:50 PM. Sataurn well presented‚ The Spring Sky showing well. Steve Machols presenting. For more details contact Ken Abalos @ 575-536-2800 (City of Rocks State Park) Cost: Park fee of $5 National Public Observatory. City of Rocks State Park. 575-536-2800

 

 

 

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1 Copper Creek Ranch Opens for Summer Season
Silver City, NM. Open Friday & Saturday evenings, through Sept. 1. Chuckwagon Supper and Western Show. Reservations appreciated: 888-274-1001

1-8 The 30th Annual Texas Star Party
Fort Davis, TX (800)458-6232, (432)426-3202
www.texasstarparty.org. Astronomy clubs from the Southwest Region of the Astronomical League (SWRAL) and individual volunteers help operate the annual astronomy convention. Different activities occur all week. Prude Ranch, Hwy. 118. E-mail: info@prude-ranch.com

1 "Introduction to Reptiles of the Tucson Area
with Ed Moll, Tucson Herpetological Society
Slide show, questions and answers, live critters! "Sunday in the Park" event, Colossal Cave Mountain Park, Vail, AZ. 3:00-4:00 pm. www.colossalcave.com info@colossalcave.com

1 3rd Annual Tour of Gardens
1:00-4:00 pm, Silver City. Sponsored by Evergreen Garden Club. Five Silver City owner-designed and maintained gardens. Tickets $5 available at Peters Agency after May 1.
Or call 575-313-1750

1 St. Joseph Apache Mission Parish Bazaar
Hwy 70 E, Mescalero NM, 12:00-5:00 pm. Stop in for
arts & crafts, entertainment, games & BBQ.
575-464-4473

5-6 The Beach Boys in Concert: Inn of the Mountain Gods
Resort and Casino, Mescalero NM, 8:00 pm. Kick off Summer with the legendary band that gave us hits like 'Good Vibrations', 'Surfin' USA', 'Barbara Ann' and countless other hits! Tickets on sale April 1st, $25 - $100. Info: 877-277-5677.

6-8 Greer Days, Village of Greer, Arizona
Parade, Vendors, Food, Arts & Crafts
www.springerville-eagarchamber.com 928-333-2123

7 Creating Ice Cream at Home! The Curious Kumquat,
111 E. College St., Silver City. 1:00-3:00 pm.
Sign up for this special class: (575) 534.0337

7 Mountain Blues Festival Ruidoso Event Plaza, Ruidoso,
NM. 11am - 8pm. Great food, fun & the best live blues around; doors open at 10am. This year's headliner TBA; scheduled to perform: The Bad News Blues Band, Mike Pritchard and the Vicious Rumors, The 24/7 Blues Band and Buzz and the Soul Senders. Advance tickets $15 at The Quarters or WPS on Sudderth; $20 at the door. To order tickets by phone, call: 866-207-4816 or visit Ruidoso.Net/BluesFestival

7 A Taste of Capitan Capitan NM, Smokey Bear Blvd,
10am - 4pm. All Capitan restaurants (Brewers, El Paisano, Greenhouse Café, Horsemen's Grill, Hitchin Post, Rustic Roots, Smokey's Restaurant, Tom's BBQ and more) will be participating, each offering a taste of their specialties for a dollar donation. All proceeds benefit the Capitan Public Library and Smokey Bear Park Playground. The 2nd Annual International Chips and Salsa Competition will also take place; cash prize for the Grand Champion. Info: 575-257-2327 or www.atasteofcapitan.org

Saturdays Farmer's Market
8 AM to 12 PM Bisbee, Arizona. www.discoverbisbee.com

7-8 Miner's Day Celebration White Oaks, NM
9:00 am. Come to the Deadwood of the Southwest, for events that will include a parade at 9:30 am, an Old West shoot-out at high noon, a historic trail ride with the Lincoln County Sheriff's Posse at 2pm, and live music from 5pm to dusk! Info: info@whiteoaksnewmexico.com

7 "Civilian Conservation Corps 75th Anniversary"
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park, Flagstaff, Arizona
Celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Civilian Conservation Corps, with Jane Jackson, USFS/NPS, and meet original enrollees who worked in camps in Arizona and other states. In 1933 Franklin D. Roosevelt began the CCC as a way for Depression Era young men to gain employment and help their families. They planted trees, thinned forests, built roads, fought fires, made trails and constructed many of the original structures that are still in use at national monuments and in campgrounds throughout AZ. Evening slide presentation series, 7pm, RSVP. Free! 928.779.4395

7 13th Annual Tour Las Cruces
our of Gardens Las Cruces, NM
Location: Various Locations The Las Cruces 13th Annual Tour of Gardens will be held from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, June 7. This year's tour features six gardens in the Sonoma Ranch and High Range areas. www.lascrucescvb.org

7 Hot Springs Gymkhana
4:00 pm, Sierra County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo Arena, T or C.
Sierra County youth age 2 - 18 can enter to compete in the following events, depending on their age categories: barrels, pole bending, flag race, goat tagging/tying, team roping, breakaway roping, and steer riding. Each gymkhana includes a raffle and concessions. Enter at 4pm; grand entry is at 5pm. Entry fees vary. Contact: Hot Springs Gymkhana Association, Jonna Smith, 575-743-9826 jscaballo@yahoo.com

7 25th Annual Winston Fiesta Winston , NM
9 am - all day, Winston Community Center, 38 miles northwest of T or C. Line-up for the parade starts at 9 am, the parade itself begins around 10 am; barbecue at noon, and a dance at 8 pm. There will be games and vendor booths all day. Contact: Winston Community Center, 575-743-3304 or 575-743-2736 www.sierracounty.net

7 Spring Fiesta 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, El Camino Real
International Heritage Center, exit 115 from I-25 between Socorro and T or C. Learn about the New Mexican environment and its wonderful resources through information booths and hands-on activities. Topics covered will range from minerals to animals and plants. The event will feature a slide-show presentation by Bill Dunmire, author of "Gardens of New Spain," courtesy of New Mexico Humanities Council. Museum admission. Contact: El Camino Real Heritage Center, Claudia Gallardo, 575-854-3600 http://www.elcaminoreal.org

7-8 Arizona Crawdad Festival Camp Verde
www.visitcampverde.com Don't miss this one! This New Orleans/Cajun style event will be loads of fun! 5 to 11 pm both nights, Crawdad Races, Crawdad Eating Contests, live Cajun music, Square Dancing, Kid's carnival, Root Beer Garden, contests for the whole family , full service beer garden, and much more. We will have plenty of fresh crawdads and other Cajun Foods for everyone! Win $$ for bringing in the largest crawdad (must be on ice). Both nights at the Camp Verde Community Center 395 S Main St.

7 J.T. Hubbell, Nashville Singer of Country Music/Bluegrass/Gospel. "Greer Days 2008" 7:00 pm, Fireside @ Butterfly Lodge Museum, Greer, AZ. bflylodge@aol.com. (928) 735-7514

7 National Rails-to-Trails Day Race 8.1 mile walk run race. For more information call race director Jerry Johnson at 575-434-3787 or visit http://nmrailstotrails.org www.cloudcroft.net

7 "Barnyard Critters"
Concho Farmers' Market, Concho, Arizona
Folks at the market got the chance to see our farm animals up close. Shop for farm raised eggs, fresh vegetables and local crafts. Please leave your dogs at home this day in consideration for the other animals who will be at the market. Also note that only vendors and guests who have made prior arrangements are eligible to bring animals to this event.
The market is located at the junction of Highway 61 and 180A in Concho, Arizona (northwest of Springerville) and this year will be open on Saturdays May 10th through October 25th.? Hours are 8AM to noon May through September and 9AM to noon in October. Vendor applications are available online at www.ConchoFarmers.org or can be obtained by contacting market manager Roy Ledford at (928) 245-8810.

7-8 Bisbee Lodging Tour, "Doors Wide Open"
Bisbee, Arizona. www.discoverbisbee.com
11 AM to 4 PM Tour of Bisbee's unique lodging facilities. A two-day event sponsored by the Bisbee Chamber of Commerce. For more information call (520) 432-5421 or visit www.bisbeearizona.com

7 Chicken Barbeque, Datil, NM
Country singers, door prizes, crafters and vendors welcome; Community Center; starting at 11:am For more information call Fran at (575)772-5166

7 5th Annual Western Heritage
& Wine Festival
Bowie, AZ 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Fort Bowie Vineyards & Orchard Products. Cowboy Poetry, Western Music, Dutch Oven Cook Off, Arts & Crafts Fair, Wine Tasting, Homemade Ice Cream. For more info: 520-847-2593 or
1-800-299-5951
www.fortbowievineyards.net

June - October
"U-Pick" Produce Season
The U-Pick farms near Willcox, Arizona offer nuts, fruits and vegetables, meats, honey, jellies, baked goods - everything from Apples to Zucchini. There are also Peach, Cider and Pumpkin festivals. For more information, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Produce Brochure, Willcox Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture, 1500 N Circle I Rd, Willcox, AZ

8 The 24 Club Home Tour
2:00-4:00 pm, Silver City. You won't want to miss the opportunity to take this tour. Watch this space as more info is coming. Contact Karen Dunn @ The event will be held at various sites. 575-534-0622

9 Greenlee County's Goat Extravaganza
Sponsored by Greenlee County 4-H, Duncan, Arizona. USBGA Sanctioned Show Judge: Debra Mayne
Dry Camping available Friday night, covered pens (first come basis) & vendors welcomed. For further information contact: Karla Ellis (928) 359-2032 or Karen Sabin (928) 359-1378

13-15 Festival on the Concho
San Angelo, Texas. The festival will include: Hot Air Balloon glows, Concerts Fri & Sat nights, Water events, 5K & 10K runs, talent shows, childrens area, merchant booths, food booths, & worship service on Sunday AM FMI see our website at www.sajuniorleague.com or contact the Junior League of San Angelo 325-655-9866 or info@sajuniorleague.com

13-15 Run with the Wolf Motorcycle Rally American Legion Post #30, Springerville, AZ
www.springerville-eagarchamber.com 928-333-2123

13 Art After-Hours Gallery Walk
Walk will feature between 3-5 Galleries or Artful shops open after regular business hours from 5 pm to 8 pm. This is a self-guided tour. 575-257-7272. Ruidoso, NM

13 Crownpoint Rug Auction
Sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com CrownPoint, NM

13-15 Four Corners Arts & Crafts Fiesta
Cortez, Colorado. Handmade arts and crafts in the City Park during PRCA Rodeo weekend. Lots of fun and entertainment for all of the family. On the 13th from 4pm-7pm, the 14th from 9am-6pm and on the 15th from 10am-4pm. For more information call (970) 565-1151 or visit www.cortezculturalcenter.org

13-14 Billy the Kid Championship BBQ
and Green Chili Cook-Off
Silver City, NM. Treat your Dad to mouthwatering BBQ and Championship Green Chile stew and maybe even win him one of two brand new deluxe backyard barbeques for Father's Day. Whether you are a competitive BBQer, a vendor, a local with a killer brisket or green chile stew or hot wings recipe or just want to sample and chow down with your Dad on some of the best food anywhere, the Billy the Kid Championship BBQ and Green Chile Cook-Off is the place to be. With more than $5,000 in prize money this event is going to attract some serious contenders with great recipes and fantastically delicious results. attract some serious contenders with great recipes and fantastically delicious results. www.silvercity.org

13 Asleep at the Wheel, performing at
Memorial Civic Center, Lubbock, Texas.
www.asleepatthewheel.com

14 Apache County Patchers Quilt Guild
meets the 2nd Saturday of every month. Other dates are July 12, August 9, September 13, and Oct. 11. This group includes gals from all over Apache County, plus some from Reserve, Apache Creek and Luna, N.M. They are a great group and do some great things for others. Alpine, Arizona

14 Elephant Butte Chile Challenge Cook-Off
Elephant Butte, NM

14 10th Annual Pinos Altos Art Fair
1:00 pm. Pinos Altos was formed as an early mining town in Grant County‚ and still retains its historic feel and original architecture. To find it and the Art Fair‚ take New Mexico Highway 15 just 7 miles from its intersection with Highway 180 in Silver City. Love fine art? Then don't miss this event. The fair features more than 40 talented artists and fine crafters. Special "Artist in Action" booths are set up with local artisans demonstrating pottery making and looming. The fair is sponsored by the local businesses of Pinos Altos in coordination with the Grant County Art Guild. Pinos Altos‚ NM

14 Spring Fling Classic Car Show
Mountain Annie's Parking Lot, Midtown Ruidoso, 10am - 4pm. Hosted by the Pine Top Rod and Custom Car Club, open to all Classic, Sprot and CollectIble Cars and Trucks. Food, music , door prizes and fun for the whole family; free admission, awards will be presented at 3:30pm!
Info: 575-336-2403, 575-257-6586

14-15 Ruidoso Wine Festival
Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Noon - 6:00 pm. The NM Wine Grower's Association presents the first-ever Ruidoso Wine Festival; join us on the 'Greens' for live music, art and crafts, and of course - Ruidoso's cool mountain air! A full range of award-winning wines will be available for free tasting or for sale by the glass, bottle or case. Admission: $20 per adult includes a souvenir wine glass. You must have picture ID to enter. Info: New Mexico Wine Growers Association, 866-4nmwine (66-9463) or nmwine.com

14-15 High Rolls Cherry Festival High Rolls, NM
Community Center (3/4 mile off Hwy 82). Join us for the 45th Annual Cherry Festival, sponsored by the High Rolls/ Mountain Park Lion's Club. Arts & crafts, cherry cider, pies & much more! Hours: Sat 9am - 5pm, Sun 9am - 4pm; free admission and parking. Info: www.highrollsfestivals.org

14 June Art Hop Downtown TorC
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Downtown Truth or Consequences.
Many of downtown's galleries, studios, stores and restaurants are open for the evening on the second Saturday of every month from 6-9, rain or shine. Come out to see new shows, hear music, people-watch, and mingle. Information and walking maps are on the website. Free. Downtown Gallery District Association, torcgalleries@gmail.com

14 18th Annual Elephant Butte Chile
Challenge Cook Off
11:00 am, Desert Cove Campground, Elephant Butte Lake State Park.
The first 20 cooks to register (deadline: May 16) will compete to win prizes for best red and best green. Entry fees are $20 in either category or $30 to enter in both categories. Spectators pay park admission fee plus $2 to taste/vote in the People's Choice award. Judging begins at 11. Proceeds go toward Sierra Santas and Elephant Butte Lions' Club. The Lions Club will have a hamburger stand; cool off with ice cream for only $1. Varies.
Contact: Brigitte Sutherland, 575-894-3264 or 575-744-5292

14 Trip to the Armendaris Ranch Bat Caves
1:00 pm, Meet at the Geronimo Springs Museum, 211 Main Street, T or C. Travel to the Armendaris Ranch for a tour, and at dusk, see thousands of bats take flight. This event is a fundraiser for the Geronimo Springs Museum; cost includes a meal. Space is limited; advance reservations are required. $150 per person . Geronimo Springs Museum, 575-894-6600
www.geronimospringsmuseum.com

14 Run To The Music Biker Rally / Poker Run
8:30 am to 4:00 pm, Anderson Homes, 402 Hwy 195, Elephant Butte. There'll be bikes, leather, drawings, prizes, games and a bike rodeo at this event, with music provided by Nashville recording artist Scooter Jones. Co-sponsored by Hot Springs High School Music Boosters, American Legion Riders, and Christian Motorcycle Assocation, the rally/run will raise money for travel expenses needed in order for the HSHS Band & Choir to enter a competition at Disneyland next year. Donation.
chiefp@zianet.com www.sierracounty.net

14 Book Sale The Silver City Friends of the Library will hold
ongoing one-day book sales at their bookstore located in the City Yard at 1510 Market Street in Silver City on the "Second Saturday" of every month.

14 Frontier Day at Fort Concho San Angelo, TX
Fort Concho, www.fortconcho.com, (325) 481.2646

15 Father's Day

15 Third Annual Father's Day Craft Show and Yard Sale
10:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. At Jackson Park,Pie Town ,
N.M. on Hwy 60 1-575-772-2525

18 Full Moon

18 Membership Appreciation Day
Silver City Food Co-op For more info. call 575-388-2343.

Sundays Mariachi Sundays in the Summer
6-8 p.m. Old MesillaPlaza
www.oldmesilla.org

18 Full Moon Nights at White Sands National Monument Dates: June 18, 2008, Wednesday
Location: White Sands National Monument Special programs presented by park rangers or guest speakers. Experience the beauty of the full moon on the white sands. Park entrance closes at 10 pm. Exit by 11 pm. www.lascrucescvb.org

19 First Day of Summer

20-21 Chrome in the Dome Classic Car Show
RV Dome, Eagar, AZ www.springerville-eagarchamber.com
928-333-2123

20-21 Stonewall, TX Peach Jamboree & Rodeo!
Celebrates the annual peach crop including peach judging,
crowning of The Peach Queen, parade, food, music and rodeo. E-mail: stonewall@fgb.net Stonewall, TX west of Austin in the Texas Hill Country. 830/644-2735 www.stonewalltexas.com

20-22 Tombstone Gem & Mineral Show
Tombstone, AZ Gems, jewelry, mineral specimens and fossils. Door prizes, free admission and parking at the Holiday Inn Express. Area vendors welcome. www.tombstonegemshow.info

20-22 Aztec Balloon Festival and Indian Market
Aztec, NM. Up to 20 hot air balloons fill the sky above Aztec. Mass ascension from Minium Park on Friday, Saturday & Sunday mornings between 6:30am-7:30am. On Saturday evening enjoy the balloon nightglow, good food and live music in the park. The Downtown sidewalks and courtyard will be filled with Native American jewelry, arts & crafts, food & entertainment. For more information call (505) 334-9551 or visit
www.aztecchamber.com

20-21 Art in the Pines: Free self guided tour of Ruidoso and
Ruidoso Downs Artist's studios 10 am to 5 pm.. Info: PO Box 1001,
Ruidoso NM 88355 or 575-258-3820 or 257-8720. Ruidoso, NM

20-22 20th Annual Tortugas Turtlefest Dates: June 20, 2008 - June 22, 2008, Friday, Saturday, Sunday www.lascrucescvb.org
Location: Tortugas New Mexico June 20: Tortugas Open Golf Tournament June 21: San Juan Fiesta Tardeada June 22: 20th Annual Tortugas Turtle Races. www.lascrucescvb.org

20-22 Western Heritage Days: Western Heritage Days are great time for the family. Friday night enjoy BBQ startin at 5pm with live entertainment and then the world famous Pie Auction at 6pm. Saturday enjoy demonstrations from Black Smiths, Wheelrights and Chuckwagons all at the Historic Sacramento Mountain Museum for more information call the Cloudcroft Chamber of Commerce at 575-682-2932. www.cloudcroft.net

20-21 Fiesta del Sol
Downtown Alpine, TX comes alive in the evening during this Summer Solstice celebration.
(432) 837.3360. www.alpinetexas.com

21 Meredith Neal and his Boot Heel Boys'
Music Reunion
The White Signal Community Center at 2:00 pm 'til (?)
The families of the Meredith Neal and the Bootheel Boys Western Swing Band invite you, Friends, Family, Musicians who played in his band - as well as folks who danced to their music ( or would have liked to) . Pot Luck ~ Bring your favorite dish. Musicians ~ bring your instruments to pick and sing a little, if you'd like. Please RSVP to BJ Neal ~ (575) 388.3076. or Kim Neal Allen (575) 546.6341

21 Millie and Billy Ball Celebrate in the spirit of the Old West
at this dinner & dance. More info to come. (575) 538-2505

21 Save our School Arts & Crafts Fair
Old Springerville School, Springerville, AZ
www.springerville-eagarchamber.com 928-333-2123

21 7th Annual Museum Barbeque & Raffle
5:00 pm. Tickets: $30 per person, RSVP (928) 735-7514
Butterfly Lodge Museum, Greer, AZ. bflylodge@aol.com. (928) 735-7514

21 Solitario Tour
Presidio, Texas (432)229-3416
The Solitario is a nine-mile-wide volcanic caldera and the oldest volcano in the park. Travel in a 4x4 vehicle and hike through the eroded passes. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reservations required. Deadline is 48 hours in advance of the tour. Big Bend Ranch State Park.
www.texasmountaintrail.com (Also on July 19, August 16)

21 Deming Music in the Park @ Rockhound State Park
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

27-28 End of Trail Rummage Sale
Nutrioso, AZ Community Center (old schoolhouse)

28 Alpine Community Center Melodrama
7:00 pm Alpine, AZ www.alpinearizona.com
(928) 339.4443

28 Az Game & Fish Presentations, 2 pm, Butterfly Lodge Museum, Greer, AZ. bflylodge@aol.com. (928) 735-7514

28 Ha:San Bak ~ Saguaro Harvest Celebration
Celebrate the Saguaro at this annual festival!
Colossal Cave Mountain Park, Vail, AZ. 3:00-4:00 pm. www.colossalcave.com
info@colossalcave.com

28-29 Earth Plaster, Lime Plaster, Earthen Floor and Natural Clay Paint
(Aliz)
Kingston, NM. satomi@landerland.com

28 Asleep at the Wheel, performing at Louisiana Peach Festival, Ruston, Louisiana. www.asleepatthewheel.com

 

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1 Mixed Media Show. Sponsored by the Magdalena Arts Gallery.
info@magdalena-nm.com

2-3 52nd Smokey Bear Stampede: In Capitan, NM. Parade at 10
am. BBQ, fireworks & dancing at fairgrounds! Info: 575-354-2273 or
354-3232. www.villageofcapitan.com. Ruidoso, NM

2-5 78th Annual Texas Cowboy Reunion
Stamford, Texas (Panhandle Plains)
Includes World's Largest Amateur Rodeo, nightly dances, trade show, cook-off, chuck-wagon cook-off, old-timers events, fiddlers contest, Western art show and sale, and much more. Hwy. 277, about 35 miles north of Abilene. 325/773-3138. www.tcrrodeo.com

3 Through Oct 20, Old Timers, Exhibit of Southwestern & Cowboy Art. Reception TBA. Sponsored by the Magdalena Arts Gallery. info@magdalena-nm.com

3 Fourth of July Celebration
Tubac, AZ http://www.tubacaz.com/

2-5 Smokey Bear Stampede & Rodeo: Capitan NM, celebrates Independance Day in a big way every year! Smokey Bear Stampede & Rodeo, Ranch Rodeo, Youth Rodeo, Fireworks Display, Dance, 10k and 2 mile Fun Run. Entries now being accepted for the 4th of July Smokey Bear Parade. Info: Capitan Chamber, 575-354-2273 or www.villageofcapitan.com

2 Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza: Inn of the Mountain Gods
Resort and Casino. Fireworks at approximately 9 pm. Info:
800-545-9011 or www.innofthe mountaingods.com. Ruidoso, NM

3-4 Fourth of July
Fort Stockton, TX.
Phone: (432)336-2264
Enjoy a Thursday dance at Rooney Park. On Friday, features karaoke, contest, food, fireworks, games and entertainment. Rooney Park. E-mail: visitor@fortstockton.org

2-5 Mescalero Apache Ceremonial & Rodeo: Mescalero NM fairgrounds. Events include a traditional Pow-Wow, 'Dance of the Maidens', daily rodeo and a parade on July 4th at 11am! Info: Mescalero Tribal Office, 575-464-4494.

3-6 UFO Festival in Roswell: Roswell NM, Convention Center on Main St., Roswell Museum & Art Center on West St. Celebrate the 1947 incident that started it all… via guest lectures & researchers, a light parade, costume contest, live entertainment, 4th of July fireworks display and much more! Events will be held throughout town, varying hours. Info: 888-ROS-FEST or visit www.roswellufofestival.com

4-6 Sunrise 3-D ShootOut
July 4, 5 & 6
Sunrise Park Resort
Highway 273
Greer, Arizona
800-772-7669
www.sunriseskipark.com

4 4th of July in Bisbee
The big day begins with our world famous Coaster Races down Tombstone Canyon starting at 9AM. Between heats of the coaster race the Bisbee Iron Man Mile footrace starts at the Iron Man statue. A parade is held in the Warren section of Bisbee at 11AM. In the afternoon the contest of the traditional mining activities of Mucking (2PM) and Hard-Rock-Drilling (4PM) takes place in Brewery Gulch. Fireworks at dark at Vista Park in Warren. Call (520) 432-6016 for more information.

4 Independence Day Celebration
Independence Day Celebration
Parade,Games,Vendors,Fireworks,
&Historical Military Exhibition
Alpine, AZ www.alpinearizona.com (928) 339.4330

4-6 Annual Coolest Fourth of July Celebration
Fort Davis, Texas
Phone: (432)426-3015
www.fortdavis.com
Includes vendors, pet contest, great parade, barbecue, "The First Great Bank Robbery," Peruvian Passo Horse Demonstration, "The Second Great Bank Robbery," dance and fireworks. Courthouse. E-mail: info@fortdavis.com

4 Annual Coolest 4th of July Celebration - 8:00am Vendors open @ Courthouse.
8:00pm to Midnight: Dance behind the Union. Admission $10.00 per person. For more info and or Tickets: 432-426-3015 or 800-524-3015.
Fort Davis www.fortdavis.com

5 Fort Davis First Saturday Flea Markets
Call (432) 426-2742 for more information.
Fort Davis www.fortdavis.com

5 Annual Coolest 4th of July Celebration
8:00am Vendors open @ Courthouse.
8:30am Pet Contest Registration in front of Kimball Miller Real Estate.
9:00am Pet Contest "Everyone Wins".
10:00am "The Great Parade" (line up @ 9:00am St Joseph Church anyone can enter)
Free to enter- Prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd.
11:00am "The Great Barbeque" - Until it's Gone! @ the Courthouse.
12:00pm "The First Great Bank Robbery" Memorial square.
1:00pm Peruvian Passo Horse Demonstration- Memorial Square.
2:00pm "The Second Great Bank Robbery"- Memorial Square.
9:00pm Dance behind the Union with Walt Wilkins.
For more info and or Tickets: 432-426-3015 or 800-524-3015.
Fort Davis www.fortdavis.com

5 Annual Coolest 4th of July Celebration
Booths open @ Courthouse @ 9am
Dark-"The Great Fireworks Display" out at Jeff Davis County Park
For more information call the Fort Davis Chamber of Commerce- 800-524-3015 or 432-426-3015
Fort Davis www.fortdavis.com

4 Carrizozo Fireworks Display: Carrizozo Golf Course, off Hwy 380. Bring the whole family down to Carrizozo tonight for a terrific fireworks display over Carrizozo City Lake, courtesy of the Carrizozo Fire Department, and food court courtesy of local businesses. Hours: 4 to 8pm, fireworks at dusk. Due to safety issues, outside fireworks are no longer allowed at this event. Info: Carrizozo Chamber, 575-648-2732, E-mail zozoccc@tularosa.net or visit www.townofcarrizozo.org/attractions.php

4 Independence Day Celebration in Quemado. Parade 11 a.m.,
BBQ noon. Vendors, town-wide flea market. Fireworks after
dark. More info: www.catroncounty.net/quemado/ or call 575 773-4775
(J&Y Auto), email july4@catroncounty.net

TBA Hotter Than Hell Drag Races, Presidio, TX (in Big Bend area, West Texas)

4 Fourth of July Celebration'
Alpine, TX. Parade 5:00 pm, with games, drinks, food & fireworks after sunset. (432) 837.5539. www.alpinetexas.com

5 3rd Annual Animas River Blues Festival
Blues - Brews & Bar-b-Que!
July 5, 2008
www.animasriverblues.com
info@animasriverblues.com
Where: Riverside Park in Aztec, New Mexico
Why: Because it's the Blues!
Price: $15.00 in advance o $20.00 at the door
Door Prizes: o Guitars o Art o Gift Certificates and more!

5 "Cowboy Jubilee" A Celebration of National Day of the Cowboy Week and Day of the Cowboy New Mexico - 8:00 to Noon - Family & Children Activities - 1:00 to 3:00 - Cowboy Poetry & Music
The Hubbard Museum of the American West, Ruidoso Downs, NM
www.hubbardmuseum.org

5 7:00 pm Campfire Sing-a-long
Fireside @ Butterfly Lodge Museum, Greer, AZ. bflylodge@aol.com. (928) 735-7514
Every Saturday 2 pm Free Childrens' Activities - Tipi Time
Butterfly Lodge Museum, Greer, AZ. bflylodge@aol.com. (928) 735-7514

5 Animas River Blues Festival
Farmington, NM www.farmingtonnm.org
Fabulous local and national talent comes together to provide you with great live blues music. Bring a blanket or outdoor chair and enjoy the music under the trees bordering the Animas River. Great atmosphere, music, food & brew and craft vendors will keep you entertained all day. Gates open at noon, live music from 2:00pm - 10:00pm at Riverside Park in Aztec. Visit www.animasriverblues.com or call (505) 334-9551 for more information.

5 4th of July Festival 9:00 am
A wonderful celebration with food‚ music, arts & crafts and booths of all kinds. We are even planning some neat fun and games. Watch here for more info. Usual fireworks display at the end of the day.
Gough Park‚ Silver City
575-538-3785

4 FAMILY STYLE FOURTH OF JULY
Medigovich Field Softball tournament, Round Robin and food booth. Sponsored by Tombstone Knights of Columbus. Contact Mark (520) 457-3994. City Firework display at dusk. Tombstone, AZ

3-4 4th of July Festivities
Activities start at 6 pm July 3 with a youth talent show at Veterans' Memorial Park, 3105 E. Fry Blvd. Sierra Vista, followed by a street dance with the popular band "Train Wreck." July 4th starts with the Pets & People Parade, followed by entertainment, food, and displays all day at Veterans' Memorial Park. A noon ceremony features an address by the Commander, US Army Intelligence Center and Ft. Huachuca; an F-16 flyover; and a 50 gun salute. Major bands play at both Veterans' Memorial Park and Stone Field starting at 6 pm. Southeast Arizona's most spectacular fireworks show starts at dusk at the Paiz/Stone Complex, on Tacoma Street, followed by another band. Free. (520) 266-2304. Sierra Vista, AZ

4 Patagonia's Annual 4th of July Celebration: 11am Parade with hanging of Grand Marshall at noon at Town Gazebo. Music, Food and Vendors in the Park all day. 8pm Fireworks at Patagonia High School. www.patagoniaaz.com

4-5 Mescalero Apache Ceremonial & Rodeo: Pow-wow, Dance of the
Maidens, rodeo (1:30 pm daily), traditional Apache dances & parade July
5th at 10 am. Info: Tribal Office, 575-464-4494 Ruidoso, NM

4-5 2 Day Fourth of July Celebration
see days for specific info for the day.
Gough Park, Silver City

4 1:00 am
4th of July Parade and Festival
A wonderful parade made up of floats from area organizations‚ schools‚ etc. After the parade everyone shows up in Gough Park. It's a time to celebrate with food‚ arts & crafts and booths of all kinds. More info to come.
Gough Park‚ Silver City
575-538-3785

4 Celebration on Burro Avenue: Cloudcroft NM, 10-5. Join us for all-day, small-town fun for the whole family, right in the heart of midtown! Info: Cloudcroft Chamber, 575-682-2733

4 Springerville-Eagar Fourth of July Parade, Rodeo, and Celebration
This annual event includes a parade, rodeo, and fireworks at the Lyman Lake and Sunrise Resort. The parade starts in the late morning, beginning in Eagar, and finishing in Springerville. All residents and neighboring communities are open to participate, and the result is a colorful display of floats, bands, and horseback riders showcasing the best of northeastern Arizona. The sanctioned rodeo lasts for 2 days, and is sponsored by the Apache County Sheriff's Posse. www.springerville-eagarchamber.com

4 96th Annual Rodeo and 4th of July Celebration
Springerville-Eagar, AZ
www.springerville-eagarchamber.com
928-333-2123

4 4th of July Fireworks!
Lyman Lake State Park, Springerville, Arizona --- OR NEAR SAFFORD ????
Come enjoy the fireworks by the lake! The park will also be hosting Duck Races during the day. Check it out! 928.337.4441 (FF)

TBA: Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino Fireworks Display: 287 Carrizo Canyon Rd, Mescalero NM. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and prepare yourself to be dazzled by an awesome night sky display (weather and fire restrictions permitting)! To avoid traffic congestion, the resort is encouraging visitors to use Hwy 70 and enter the Inn on Route 4 as much as possible. Parking will be available at the West Conference Center, the Carrizo Community Center and the Casino Apache Travel Center. Info: 800-545-9011

4 Lordsburg July 4th Activities and 5K Run, Fireworks, Lordsburg
4th July 4th Activities; parade, BBQ, dance in Rodeo, NM
5-6 Shakespeare Ghost Town open for visitors

4 Fireworks Display! Deming, NM

4 Las Cruces 4th of July Electric Light Parade Dates: July 3, 2008, Thursday
Location: Apodaca Park Las Cruces celebrates with a parade of floats decorated with electric lights. Parade route begins at Apodaca Park and will head south on Solano Drive to Hadley and will then turn left on Hadley. www.lascrucescvb.org

4 Socorro 4th of July Celebration
11:00 am Outdoor concert featuring New Mexico bands, family fun, and Tech's famous fireworks display!
www.nmtpas.org/

July 4 July 4th in Bisbee
Coaster Races, Parade
Bisbee, Arizona. chamber@bisbeearizona.com

5 Campfire Sing-Along
Fireside at Butterfly Lodge Museum, Greer, Arizona
(928) 735.7514, bflylodge@aol.com

5 Independence Day Celebration
Elephant Butte Lake State Park.
Come and see the biggest fireworks show in the state! Show begins at dusk.
Contact: Friends of Elephant Butte Lake. www.sierracounty.net

4 96th Annual Rodeo and 4th of July Celebration
Springerville-Eagar, AZ
www.springerville-eagarchamber.com
928-333-2123

4 Alamogordo 4th of July
Independence Day Parade and Fireworks Extravaganza: What would Independence Day be without a parade? Parade begins at the corner of Oregon and 10th Street, runs west to New York Avenue, south on New York and ends at the corner of 9th Street. Alamogordo's NM Museum of Space History puts on a terrific fireworks display (weather-permitting) at dusk, parking for fireworks display along Scenic Drive or Indian Wells. Gather the family and don't forget your folding chairs! Fireworks info: Space Museum, 877-333-6589; Parade info: 575-439-4250.

6 Alpine Community Center Melodrama
7:00 pm Alpine, AZ www.alpinearizona.com
(928) 339.4443

TBA
Pioneer Days (July)
Sports tournaments, rodeo, a dance for the youth, 5k "fun run", food and other festivities fill the Town of Springerville in this annual celebration. Originally established as a tribute to the pioneer families of northeastern Arizona, Pioneer Days also serves as a "homecoming" to the many extended families whose roots can be traced back to this part of the state. www.springerville-eagarchamber.com

8 Sulphur Springs Valley Historical Society Regular Meeting
12:00 noon Willcox, AZ www.willcoxchamber.com 12:00 noon

8-9 Sul Ross State University Alumni Rodeo Reunion Roping
Alpine, TX. Silent & Live Auctions and Dance. (432) 837.8201. www.alpinetexas.com

9 Sul Ross - Alumni Rodeo Reunion Roping For more information call Rose (432) 837-8201 Alpine, TX

9 Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce Luncheon 12:00 pm
Cost $10-lunch at 12 Noon and is a great networking opportunity. Are you New to Grant County? Looking for local Networking Opportunities? Curious about becoming a Chamber member? Take the opportunity to meet members of the board‚ Chamber staff and other Chamber members by joining us at The Red Barn‚ Hwy 180 East‚ 708 Silver Heights Blvd‚ Silver City.
The Red Barn, Hwy 180 East, 708 Silver Heights Blvd, Silver City
(575) 538-3785

11 Lincoln County Art Loop
Art loop, the premiere self-guided studio tour of southeastern New Mexico is in its 13th year. The tour features 26 Lincoln County artists whose private studios are open to the public July 11th-13th, from 10am to 5pm.
This year featured art includes painting, mixed-media, ceramics, sculpture, fiber arts, wearables, jewelry, wood turning, glass & metal, gourd art & basket weaving. For information on the tour or to receive a brochure call 575.378.8273 or 575.354.5039.

11-13 Ysleta Mission Festival/Kermé Date/Time: 7/11/2008 to 7/13/2008 Location: Ysleta Mission
131 S. Zaragosa Road
El Paso, Texas 79907
Phone: 915-859-9848
www.ysletamission.org
Three nights of Food! Music! Entertainment! Folklórico! Mariachi! Games! Fun for young and old. THE family event of the summer in Ysleta -- in the heart of the Mission Valley of El Paso County.

11-12 Music from Greer Village of Greer
www.springerville-eagarchamber.com
928-333-2123

11-12 Music from Greer Village of Greer
www.springerville-eagarchamber.com
928-333-2123

11-13 Old Timers Reunion, Rodeo, Pancake Breakfast, Arts & Crafts, BBQ, Music and much more. Sponsored by Magdalena Old Timers' Association.
info@magdalena-nm.com

11-13 Legends of the Lost Frontier. Humor, adventure, romance & nostalgia, from three writers of the Old West: Mark Twain, Bret Harte, Owen Wister. Sponsored by the London Frontier Theatre Company. info@magdalena-nm.com

11 CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION -300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com CrownPoint, NM

12 The Silver City Friends of the Library will hold ongoing one-day book sales at their bookstore located in the City Yard at 1510 Market Street in Silver City on the "Second Saturday" of every month for the remainder of 2008. Sales are open to members at 9am and are then opened to the general public at 10 am. Memberships may be purchased at the gate, and the sales will continue each Saturday until 3 pm.

12-13 July Jamboree:
31st annual July Jamboree arts & crafts show. Come and enjoy over 60 artist from around the country that come to Cloudcroft's Zenith park to sell totally original art, pottery, jewelry and many more handmade crafts. Lots of food and live entertainment. Call the Chamber at 575-682-2733. www.cloudcroft.net

5-6 Cloudcroft July Jamboree: Cloudcroft, NM. Come and enjoy our 31st Annual event; 60 artist from around the country willcome to Cloudcroft's Zenith park to sell totally original art, pottery, jewelry and many more handmade crafts. Lots of food and live entertainment. Info: Call the Chamber, 575-682-2733

12 Street Dance:
Come have fun at the Street Dance. Enjoy live music and lots of dancing. For more information please call the Cloudcroft Chamber of Commerce at 575-682-2733. www.cloudcroft.net

12-13 21st Annual Native American Art Festival
Saturdeay, 9-5
Sunday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Import this event into your Outlook calendar
Mountain Meadow Recreation Complex.
Pinetop-Lakeside http://www.pinetop-lakeside.com/

12 July Art Hop
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Downtown Truth or Consequences.
Many of downtown's galleries, studios, stores and restaurants are open for the evening on the second Saturday of every month from 6-9, rain or shine. Come out to see new shows, hear music, people-watch, and mingle. Information and walking maps are on the website. Free.
Contact: Downtown Gallery District Association, torcgalleries@gmail.com http://www.torcart.com. www.sierracounty.net

12 Tour of the Historic Armendaris Ranch in the Fra Cristobal Mountains
8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Meet at the Geronimo Springs Museum, 211 Main Street, T or C.
See wildlife in their natural habitat and geologic formations on this tour of the Armendaris Ranch. The tour is a fundraiser for the Geronimo Springs Museum; cost includes lunch. Space is limited; advance reservations are required. $150 per person
Contact: Geronimo Springs Museum, LaRena Miller, 575-894-6600 http://www.geronimospringsmuseum.com. www.sierracounty.net

12 Team Roping
9:00 am, City Rodeo Arena, south of Sierra Feed & Mercantile, T or C.
This event, open to all ropers, is held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month through approximately October 2008. Registration begins at 9am; roping is at 10. Free for spectators. Free.
Contact: Ed Ragsdale, 575-894-1943 eragsdale@torcnm.org. www.sierracounty.net

12 Colossal Catfish Classic
7:00 pm - 7:00 am, Elephant Butte Lake State Park.
Sponsored by Sportsman's Warehouse, this competition for non-boaters and boaters offers many prizes and the proceeds go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Mexico.
Contact: Sportsman's Warehouse, Jeremiah (505)556-8400. www.sierracounty.net

12 The Apache County Patchers Quilt Guild meets the 2nd Saturday of every month. This group includes gals from all over Apache County, plus some from Reserve, Apache Creek and Luna, N.M. They are a great group and do some great things for others.
Alpine, Arizona

17-27 NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL FINALS RODEO
Farmington, NM www.farmingtonnm.org
Over 1500 participants from the United States, Canada and Australia will compete for top honors at the 'Worlds
Largest Rodeo' held at McGee Park off Hwy. 64, between Farmington and Bloomfield. For more information call (505) 325-5415 or visit www.nhsra.co

17-19 Water Carnival
(FORT STOCKTON)
Phone: (432)336-2264, ( ) - , ( ) -
With more than 300 participants, this water carnival features synchronized swimmers and several dance acts that follow a theatrical plot. Comanche Springs Swimming Pool. E-mail: visitor@fortstockton.org

18 Full Moon Nights at White Sands National Monument Dates: July 18, 2008, Friday
Location: White Sands National Monument Special programs presented by park rangers or guest speakers. Experience the beauty of the full moon on the white sands. Park entrance closes at 10 pm. Exit by 11 pm. www.lascrucescvb.org

18-20 Willcox Western Heritage Days
Come experience the Old West, in historic Willcox, Arizona! At one time Willcox was the Capital of the World in the shipping of range cattle, which makes the cowboy very significant in our history. Many a cowboy has been a part of our history. One of them was Warren Earp, the youngest brother of Wyatt Earp. Warren Earp is the only Earp to be killed and buried in Arizona. Gunned down at the Headquarters Saloon on Railroad Avenue on July 6th, 1900. Warren lies in the Willcox Historical Cemetery. For details, visit the Warren Earp Western Heritage Days website http://www.warrenearpwesternheritagedays.com .

18-19 Music from Greer
www.springerville-eagarchamber.com
928-333-2123

18-20 Old Bisbee Ghost Tour
Bisbee, Arizona
First annual Paranormal Weekend, including an investigation of the Bisbee Inn and Bird Cage Theatre in nearby Tombstone. To book reservations, call (520) 432.3308
www.OldBisbeeGhostTour.com

18-20 4th SASS New Mexico State Championship Shootout
The Gila Rangers will be hosting their 4th SASS (Single Action Shooting Society) New Mexico State Championship Shootout‚ "Southwest Border Dispute" at their permanent range in the Mimbres Valley‚ about 35 miles NE of Silver City. Exact location is Mile Marker 10 on Rte 35‚ off Rte 152. We expect around 200 shooters plus families from not only NM but from around the country‚ plus we'll have many vendor booths offering a variety of "old west" products---period clothing‚ leather‚ jewelry‚ arts‚ etc. In addition to the NM State Champion awards‚ a competition between AZ & NM shooters will determine if the winner gets to move the state boundary line 50 miles further out-----(loser gets Lordsburg!).
Mile marker 10 on Rte 35 off Rte 152.

19 Music in the Park on the third Saturday, 6-8 PM, June, July, August, and September. Bring your lawn chairs.
Rockhound State Park, Deming. For more info please contact the park office at 575-546-6182 or E-mail