7/2/2013 - 7/28/2013 World Tavern Poker Tuesdays & Sundays, Pine Knot Saloon, 1400 East Third Street, Truth or Consequences This free national Texas Hold 'em league is open to anyone 21 years of age or older; tournaments will be held twice weekly- Tuesdays at 6pm and 8pm, and Sundays at 1pm and 3pm. There will be prizes for individual tournament winners as well as a chance to win a $10,000 seat to the World Series of Poker. Players can also qualify to play in a Las Vegas, NV tournament- the winner gets the top prize of $20,000 of a total $50,000 in prizes. Cost: free. Contact: World Tavern Poker, Destiny Mitchell, 575-740-7542, destinydawn14@hotmail.com. http://www.worldtavernpoker.com
7/6/2013 Independence Day Fireworks show at Elephant Butte Dusk (9pm approx), Rattlesnake Island, but viewable from almost anywhere at Elephant Butte Lake Come and see the largest fireworks display in the state, reflecting off the largest lake in New Mexico! Park fees are waived after 6pm for this event. Rain date: July 1, same time/same place. Cost: free. Contact: Friends of Elephant Butte Lake, Liz or Kay, 575-744-4381 / 575-744-4060.
7/6/2013 Sierra County Farmers Market 8:30 - 11:30 am, Ralph Edwards Park, Riverside Dr between Cedar and Birch Fresh fruits & vegetables in season. Eggs, when chickens are feeling generous, baked goods, & crafts - all grown or handmade in Sierra County. EBT and WIC accepted and use by all is encouraged. Live music most Saturdays. If interested in becoming a vendor or guest musician call Colleen @ 575-894-9375 for more information. Contact: Sierra County Farmers Market, Colleen Davis, 575-894-9375, colleen@sierracountyfarmersmarket.org. http://www.sierracountyfarmersmarket.org
7/13/2013 Second Saturday Art Hop - July 6-9pm, Downtown Truth or Consequences Galleries, studios, shops and restaurants are open late on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Check the MainStreet Truth or Consequences website for info on opening exhibits and special events. Cost: free. Contact: MainStreet Truth or Consequences, promotions@torcmainstreet.org. http://www.torcmainstreet.org/
7/13/2013 American Bass Assoc. Fishing Tournament 6am-3:30pm, Marina del Sur, Elephant Butte Lake State Park Bass fishing tournament on the lake. Cost: park entrance fee. Contact: American Bass Assoc, Bobby Brewster, 575-740-7320. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info/elephantbuttelake/
7/13/2013 - 8/10/2013 In Bloom: Paintings and Illustrations by Chantal Elena Mitchell. 6pm-9pm, Rio Bravo Fine Art, 110 N. Broadway, Truth or Consequences This collection of work is a view into Chantal Elena Mitchell’s progression into womanhood and her growth as a painter as she has explored the medium over the last year. These images will inquire into the depths of female sexuality while incorporating floral imagery, psychedelic influences, and a wide spectrum of colors. The show will feature paintings as well as illustrations, it opens July 13th 6pm-9pm at Rio Bravo Fine Art. For art and more information please visit http://chantalmitchell.com Contact: Rio Bravo Fine Art, Eduardo Alicea, (575) 894-0572, riobravofa@gmail.com. http://www.riobravofineart.net/
7/13/2013 - 7/14/2013 SW Drag Boat Association Races 8:30am-1pm, Hot Springs Landing approx. 3 miles north of main entrance to Elephant Butte Lake State Park. Take S Drag boats will compete for fastest times in a 1/4 mile Cost: day use fee or annual park pass. Contact: SW Drag Boat Assoc, Rick Lindgren, 505-259-3876, swdba@hotmail.com. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info/attractions/elephant-butte-lake-map/
7/13/2013 Sierra County Farmers Market 8:30 - 11:30 am, Ralph Edwards Park, Riverside Dr between Cedar and Birch Fresh fruits & vegetables in season. Eggs, when chickens are feeling generous, baked goods, & crafts - all grown or handmade in Sierra County. EBT and WIC accepted and use by all is encouraged. Live music most Saturdays. If interested in becoming a vendor or guest musician call Colleen @ 575-894-9375 for more information. Contact: Sierra County Farmers Market, Colleen Davis, 575-894-9375, colleen@sierracountyfarmersmarket.org. http://www.sierracountyfarmersmarket.org
7/14/2013 Socorro Bass Club Fishing Tournament 6am-3pm, Marina del Sur, Elephant Butte Lake State Park One-day bass fishing tournament on the lake. Cost: park entrance fee. Contact: Socorro Bass Club, 575-835-1200. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info/elephantbuttelake/
7/20/2013 Sierra County Farmers Market 8:30 - 11:30 am, Ralph Edwards Park, Riverside Dr between Cedar and Birch Fresh fruits & vegetables in season. Eggs, when chickens are feeling generous, baked goods, & crafts - all grown or handmade in Sierra County. EBT and WIC accepted and use by all is encouraged. Live music most Saturdays. If interested in becoming a vendor or guest musician call Colleen @ 575-894-9375 for more information. Contact: Sierra County Farmers Market, Colleen Davis, 575-894-9375, colleen@sierracountyfarmersmarket.org. http://www.sierracountyfarmersmarket.org
7/26/2013 - 7/28/2013 2nd Annual Wounded Warrior Water Sports Clinic 10am-2pm, Elephant Butte Lake State Park Water sports clinic at 3 Elephant Butte Lake Sites for US disabled veterans and others with disabilities. Participants will be taking part in adaptive water sports such as water skiing, wakeboarding, sailing, kayaking, etc. Camping and food are included as part of the event. #1-Long Point Rally Site at Elephant Butte Lake #2-Three Sisters at Elephant Butte Lake #3-Hot Springs Landing Cost: park entrance fee. Contact: ASP Water Sports Clinic, Brett Maul, 505-954-1224, adaptivebrett@gmail.com. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info/elephantbuttelake/
7/27/2013 Sierra County Farmers Market 8:30 - 11:30 am, Ralph Edwards Park, Riverside Dr between Cedar and Birch Fresh fruits & vegetables in season. Eggs, when chickens are feeling generous, baked goods, & crafts - all grown or handmade in Sierra County. EBT and WIC accepted and use by all is encouraged. Live music most Saturdays. If interested in becoming a vendor or guest musician call Colleen @ 575-894-9375 for more information. Contact: Sierra County Farmers Market, Colleen Davis, 575-894-9375, colleen@sierracountyfarmersmarket.org. http://www.sierracountyfarmersmarket.org
7/31/2013 Open Meeting for all interested in T or C Community Theatre 6:00 p.m., Community Theatre Building, 311 North Foch St., Truth or Consequences If you have an interest in Community Theatre, please come to our Open Meeting held the last Wednesday of each month. We welcome your comments, submissions, questions & ideas! Contact: T or C Community Theatre, Cathy Lacey, 575 894 6689, cathywithac1013@gmail.com. http://truthorconsequencescommunitytheatre.org/