4/5/2013 - 5/5/2013 Gourd Art Classes - Registration Now Open Hispanic Arts Bldg Expo NM Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque Gourd Art Classes on May 22-23. Please register early as class fill quickly. Early registration ends May 5. Learn to carve, wood burn, do a Pre Columbian pottery design, design borders, create dimension with air dried clay, make a Kachina or even a Giraffe. Take a class with D.R. Nance, Dominic Arquero or Sue Brogdon - to name a few of our well known artists. To enroll in classes or for more info visit our website. Cost: prices vary per class. Contact: New Mexico Gourd Society, Darryle Bass, 505-891-8925, nmgscog@aol.com. http://www.newmexicogourdsociety.org
5/2/2013 New Mexico Old Time Fiddler's Assocation Karaoke Contest 6-9pm, Civic Center, 400 West 4th Street, Truth or Consequences New Mexico Old Time Fiddler's Association invites you to enter the NMOTFA Fiesta Jam Karaoke Contest on Thursday, May 2, 2013. Entry fee is $10. Grand Prize Winner wins 50% of entry fees. Karaoke DJ: Carolyn Mayfield. Please contact Carolyn at 575 740-3065. The best of our local singers have already stated that they will compete. Come and have fun with us! Cost: $10 per contestant; donations appreciated from spectators. Contact: New Mexico Old Time Fiddler's Association, Zelma Iorio, 575-297-4071, nmotfa@hotmail.com. http://www.nmotfa.com
5/3/2013 - 5/5/2013 64th Annual Fiesta 10am-10pm, Truth or Consequences-at-large Held annually since 1950, Truth or Consequences comes together to celebrate with a parade, rodeo events, dances, tournaments, games and contests (like the popular junk boat race), and much more. The theme for 2013 is "How the West was Fun!" Cost: free. Contact: Fiesta Planning Committee, 575-740-7542, info@torcfiesta.com. http://www.torcfiesta.com
5/3/2013 - 5/26/2013 Spaceport America Preview Tours Guests are picked up at 1900 North Date in Truth or Consequences. Tickets are $59 for adults 18 and over, $49 for age 13-17 and $29 for age 12 and under. Reservations and a minimum of 3 guests per tour are required. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info/attractions/visit-spaceport-america/
5/3/2013 New Mexico Old Time Fiddler's Association Lunch Box/Lunch Basket Contest and Auction starts at 9am, Civic Center, 400 West 4th Street, Truth or Consequences Friday, May 3, 2013, during the New Mexico Old Time Fiddler's Association Fiesta Jam, NMOTFA is hosting an Old-Fashioned Lunch Box/Basket Contest. Ladies prepare a lunch for two in a decorated box/basket. Bring lunch to Civic Center & complete contest entry form: 9-11 A.M. Judging: 11 am. Grand prize winner wins $100.00, in door prizes. Auction: 11:30 am. Highest bidders eat lunches with the ladies: 12 pm. Proceeds to fund NMOTFA State Fiddle Championship Contest, 10-(4-6)-13. Fun! Cost: free. Contact: New Mexico Old Time Fiddler's Association, Zelma Iorio, 575-297-4071, nmotfa@hotmail.com. http://www.nmotfa.com
5/3/2013 - 5/5/2013 Michael Lewis Painting Workshop in Ruidoso, NM 9am-4pm Noted New Mexico artist Michael Lewis will be offering a 3 day workshop in Ruidoso, New Mexico on May 3rd, 4th, and 5th (Friday, Saturday, 1/2 Sunday). The workshop will focus on clouds and water. Learn how to paint a variety of cloud formations in a variety of weather patterns including fog, mist, cumulus, rain, snow, and also learn how to merge clouds with mountains. We will also be painting water features including ponds, lakes, and river settings. Visit the website for more information. Contact: Michael Lewis Workshops, Michael Lewis, 505-285-3785, grantsmission@gmail.com. http://www.michaellewisart.com
5/4/2013 - 5/5/2013 Truth or Consequences Fiesta Golf Tournament 8:30am & 1:30pm, Truth or Consequences Municipal Golf Course, 685 Marie, T or C 2-man team format, limited to 40 paid teams. Saturday: 1 Scramble No Handicap. Sunday: 2-man Best Ball, Full Handicap. All flights net, mixed teams and senior players welcome. Teams will be flighted by committee. Special favors and awards - special event on Friday at 6pm. Cost: $200 per team. Contact: Fiesta Committee, Howie Tucker, 575-894-2603, howieprodog@yahoo.com. http://www.torcfiesta.com/fiesta-golf-tournament
5/4/2013 - 5/5/2013 Sailboat Regatta 11am-4pm, Elephant Butte Lake State Park Sailboat regatta on the lake. Cost: park entrance fee. Contact: Rio Grande Yacht Club, Richard Alexander, 970-946-9118, rlalex@aol.com. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info/elephantbuttelake/
5/4/2013 - 5/5/2013 SW Drag Boat Assoc. Races 8:30am-1pm, Hot Springs Landing, approx. 3 miles north of main entrance to Elephant Butte Lake State Park Drag boats will compete for fastest times in a 1/4 mile. Cost: day use fee or annual required. Contact: SW Drag Boat Assoc, Rick Lindgren, 505-259-3876, swdba@hotmail.com. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info/attractions/elephant-butte-lake-map/
5/4/2013 - 5/5/2013 EBBA Open Bass Fishing Tournament 6am-3pm, Elephant Butte Lake State Park/ Marina del Sur Bass fishing tournament - please contact the sponsor for information. Cost: day use fee or annual park pass. Contact: Elephant Butte Bass Anglers, Mike Kmatz, 575-744-9139, mnckmatz@windstream.net. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info/attractions/elephant-butte-lake-map/
5/5/2013 - 5/28/2013 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
5/5/2013 Weekly mainstream square dance 2 pm - 4:30 pm, Moose Lodge Dining Room, 202 W. Smith Street, Truth or Consequences Weekly mainstream square dance open to the public. Come solo or as a couple. Need not be a member of the Moose to come and dance or just watch the fun. Call ahead to be sure the venue hasn't been temporarily changed. No charge to watch. There is a $3.00 per person charge to dance. We would be pleased to have you visit. Contact: Sierra Twirlers of Truth or Consequences, Carole Wheeler, 575-313-9971, randcintennessee@msn.com.
5/7/2013 Free Mother's Day Card Workshop 7-8pm, Private residence in Elephant Butte (address will be provided upon receiving RSVP) Wouldn’t that special woman in your life (mother, sister, daughter, etc.) enjoy receiving a handmade Mother’s Day card from you? Come make a FREE card! If you have ever wanted to give scrapbooking and/or stamping a try, now is your opportunity to do so. There are no strings attached. If you don’t think you’ll enjoy making a card, come try it anyway. :) Only adults at this event, please. One card per guest. Please RSVP by Monday, May 6, 2013 so preparations can be made. Cost: free event. Contact: Close To My Heart Scrapbooking, Melissa Robinson, (575) 693-7087, mlisrobinson@yahoo.com. http://www.sierracountyevents.com/flyer/MothersDayCardWorkshop.pdf
5/11/2013 Second Saturday Art Hop - May 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/events/art-hop
5/11/2013 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/
5/11/2013 The Cosmic Talent Expo N Concerto of TorC 2pm-8pm, Lee Belle Johnson Senior Rec Center, 301 S. Foch, Truth or Consequences Art Hop Day! Support Talent in Sierra County! The Cosmic Talent Expo N Challenges is a day packed of talent. The Expo features exhibit, vendor and community tables from 2pm until 8pm. In addition, we have local artist,Steve Haynes who will be offering Caricature drawings for $5 each and an artist from Las Cruces, who will be selling her pottery. Check out the photo-op area to get a free photo. The stage will be set for Open-Mic from 2pm until 5pm. The Talent Challenge will start at 5pm. Cost: free. Contact: Cosmic Talent World, Cindy Bellelli, 5757402016, cindy@cosmictalent.com. http://www.cosmictalent.com/USA_Launch_Pads.html#Truth_or_Consequences_LPs
5/11/2013 NMOTFA Saturday Playhouse Dance 7-9pm, NMOTFA Playhouse, 710 Elm, Truth or Consequences Live music provided by NMOTFA musicians and friends. Family friendly. No alcohol or cigarettes in building. Handicap-accessible. Refreshments served. Door prize. Please invite a friend or family member to join in on the toe-tapping fun! Donations greatly appreciated. Contact: New Mexico Old Time Fiddler's Association, Zelma Iorio, 575 297-4071, nmofta@hotmail.com. http://wwww.nmotfa.com
5/11/2013 - 5/12/2013 Mothers Day Brunch and Art Show Elephant Butte Inn & Spa, 401 HWY 195, Elephant Butte We have a wonderful weekend planned for the community this weekend. We have an outdoor art show today, Saturday, until dusk and again Sunday, 9-3. We have a wonderful Mother's Day Brunch Sunday from 9am - 1pm...have a great meal and then enjoy some beautiful art on the lawn!! Contact: Elephant Butte Inn & Spa, Liz Foster, 575-744-5431, liz@elephantbutteinn.com. http://www.elephantbutteinn.com
5/12/2013 2nd Sunday Poetry Reading 1pm, Black Cat Books and Coffee, 128 Broadway, T or C Read or listen on the 2nd Sunday of every month. Cost: free. Contact: Black Cat Books and Coffee, Rhonda Brittan, 575-894-7070.
5/12/2013 Weekly mainstream square dance 2 pm - 4:30 pm, Moose Lodge Dining Room, 202 W. Smith Street, Truth or Consequences Weekly mainstream square dance open to the public. Come solo or as a couple. Need not be a member of the Moose to come and dance or just watch the fun. Call ahead to be sure the venue hasn't been temporarily changed. No charge to watch. There is a $3.00 per person charge to dance. We would be pleased to have you visit. Contact: Sierra Twirlers of Truth or Consequences, Carole Wheeler, 575-313-9971, randcintennessee@msn.com.
5/12/2013 The Hard Road Trio Concert 3-5pm, Hillsboro Community Center, Elenora Street, Hillsboro Come hear the Original Southwestern acoustic blend of Americana and Bluegrass music from the wide-open spaces of New Mexico. It's said their "perfect harmonies" are delivered with a sense of connection and joy, both in the music and in the sharing of it. They were honored with an official showcase at Folk Alliance Region West in October 2012. Their latest release Monticello peaked at #2 in the Cashbox Roots Music Chart, reaching #4 Top Album on the Folk DJ Chart and #9 Top Artist. Cost: $5 donation at the door. Contact: Hillsboro Community Center, Laurie McKray, 575-895-5686, lmckray@me.com.
5/12/2013 Mother's Day Brunch 9am-1pm, Turtleback Mountain Resort's Club Restaurant, 101 Clubhouse Rd, Elephant Butte A lovely way to honor the special ladies in your lives. Special Brunch menu available 9am-1pm and daily menu 1pm-7pm. Contact: The Club Restaurant at Turtleback Mountain Resort, 575-744-7100, info@turtlebackmountain.com. http://www.turtlebackmountainresort.com
5/14/2013 Health Fair with Free Health Screenings 10am, Sierra Vista Hospital Coffee Shop, 800 East Ninth Avenue, Truth or Consequences NM Sierra Vista Hospital is celebrating Hospital Week by offering free health screenings on Tuesday May 14th from 10am - 2pm. Screenings include: Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Glucose, Height/Weight, Body Mass Index Cost: free and open to the public. Contact: Sierra Vista Hospital, Sharon Finarelli, 575-743-1272, sharon.finarelli@svhnm.org. http://www.svhnm.org/currentevents
5/14/2013 SCRTAB Monthly Meeting 9am, Pelican Spa Meeting Room, Main @ Date, Truth or Consequences The Sierra County Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board meets on the second Tuesday of every month. Cost: free. Contact: Sierra County Recreation and Tourism Advisory Board, Kim Skinner, 575-740-1777. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info
5/18/2013 Sailboat Regatta 11am-4pm, Elephant Butte Lake State Park Sailboat regatta on the lake! Cost: park entrance fee. Contact: Rio Grande Yacht Club, Richard Alexander, 970-946-9118, rlalex@aol.com. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info/elephantbuttelake/
5/18/2013 - 5/19/2013 Duke City Bass Bums Tournament 6am-1pm, Marina del Sur, Elephant Butte Lake State Park Bass fishing tournament on the lake. Cost: park entrance fee. Contact: Duke City Bass Bums, Gary Thomas, 505-353-1610, not2busy2fish@gmail.com. http://www.sierracountynewmexico.info/elephantbuttelake/
5/18/2013 - 5/19/2013 Catch & Release Bass Tournament 6am-3pm, Elephant Butte Lake State Park/ Marina del Sur Bass fishing tournament/ Catch and release. Weigh-ins at 3pm on Saturday and 1pm on Sunday on the south side boat ramp. Cost: day use fee or annual required. Contact: Duke City Bass Bums, Gary Thomas, 505-353-1610, not2busy2fish@gmail.com.
5/18/2013 A Dream Realized for the Benefit of All Sentient Beings 10am - 12pm, Monticello, New Mexico, at the San Ignacio Church We are so blessed to have this rare opportunity to introduce Tibetan Yogi - Tulku Orgyen Zangpo Rinpoche’s teaching on the Dharma in Monticello, New Mexico. You are invited to bring your own lunch and visit afterward in the historic Monticello Plaza. Contact: Compassion Fellowship, Kristi Moya, 5757430264, kristimoya@gmail.com. http://https://workspaces.acrobat.com/app.html#d=xxuqNRI1pxnMft31ozfgyA
5/18/2013 New Mexico Old Time FIddler's Association Saturday Night Playhouse Dance 7-9pm, 710 Elm Street, Truth or Consequences NMOTFA invites you to attend the Saturday Night Playhouse Dance. Live music provided by Berry Cox, Fiddle, and Snooky Keller, Piano. Family friendly environment. No smoking or alcohol in the building. Door Prize. Refreshments. Handicap access. Donations assist in paying for the NMOTFA State Fiddle Championship Contest the first weekend in October, 2013. Contact: New Mexico Old Time FIddler's Association, Zelma Iorio, 575 297-4071, nmofta@hotmail.com. http://www.nmotfa.com
5/19/2013 Weekly mainstream square dance 2 pm - 4:30 pm, Moose Lodge Dining Room, 202 W. Smith Street, Truth or Consequences Weekly mainstream square dance open to the public. Come solo or as a couple. Need not be a member of the Moose to come and dance or just watch the fun. Call ahead to be sure the venue hasn't been temporarily changed. No charge to watch. There is a $3.00 per person charge to dance. We would be pleased to have you visit. Contact: Sierra Twirlers of Truth or Consequences, Carole Wheeler, 575-313-9971, randcintennessee@msn.com.
5/22/2013 - 5/25/2013 Celebration of Gourds Festival and Gourd Art Classes 9:30am & 4pm, Hispanic Arts Bldg., Expo NM Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque Join us for the NM Gourd Society's Celebration of Gourds Festival and Art Classes. Take a class - meet our artists! Learn new techniques from our artists like: D.R. Nance, Dominic Arquero, and Sue Brogdon. We have vendors, beads, inks, jewelry findings, dried gourds, an art competition, raffles, plus a scavenger hunt for the kids. Admission is free. To enroll in classes or more info visit our web site. Contact: New Mexico Gourd Society, 505-891-8925, nmgscog@aol.com. http://www.newmexicogourdsociety.org
5/24/2013 Free Glucose Checks 1 p.m., Community Room at Casa del Rio Housing Complex, 3000 East 3rd Avenue, Truth or Consequences Sierra Vista Hospital will provide free Glucose checks for anyone in the community who shows up at Casa del Rio Housing Complex at 1p.m on the 24th. May 24th is the regular meeting time of the Casa del Rio Diabetes Support Group. However, you don't have to be a member to have your Glucose level tested. Cost: free and open to the public. Contact: Sierra Vista Hospital, Sharon Finarelli, 575-743-1272, sharon.finarelli@svhnm.org. http://www.svhnm.org
5/25/2013 Fly Freedom's Flag Boat Parade 10am, Dam Site Marina, Marina del Sur, Elephant Butte Lake State Park The event begins at 10am with a POW/MIA service at Dam Site Restaurant Patio. Decorated boats meet at Dam Site to start the boat parade at noon. At 12:30 the boats pass by the main boat ramp for wreath toss and playing of taps. All are invited to decorate their boats, rvs or campsites and join the parade honoring those who've served in the military. Cost: free. Contact: Lago Rico, Inc., Kandace Dalrymple, 575-744-5567, kandace@lagorico.com. http://www.thedamsite.com
5/25/2013 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
5/25/2013 Sierra County Farmers Market Opening Weekend 8:30-11am, Ralph Edwards Park, Cedar @ Riverside, Truth or Consequences Sierra County's official start of summer! Fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, and crafts are all available, complete with live music accompaniment! All products sold are locally grown and/or made in Sierra County. EBT and Debit cards are accepted and there's plenty of free parking. See the Farmers' Market website for more information and late-breaking news. Cost: free admission. Contact: Sierra County Farmers Market, Colleen Davis Davis, 575-894-9375, colleen@sierracountyfarmersmarket.org. http://www.sierracountyfarmersmarket.org
5/25/2013 Memorial Weekend Gathering 10am, Veterans Memorial Park, 996 South Broadway Street, Truth Or Consequences Memorial Day Weekend begins at 10am on Saturday, May 25 at Veterans Memorial Park. A short program will be conducted by the talented Sam Parker of the VFW post in Williamsburg. The ROTC Color Guard will be students of Hot Springs High School. Afterward, visitors can tour the famous Hamilton Military Museum and a replica of the Veterans Wall + a stroll along the Walk of Education. Have a tailgate picnic to share. Bring friends. Contact: Sierra Saints USA, Richard J. Fields, 575-740-6681, VeteransHeadquarters@gmail.com. http://torcveteransmemorial.com/
5/26/2013 Weekly mainstream square dance 2 pm - 4:30 pm, Moose Lodge Dining Room, 202 W. Smith Street, Truth or Consequences Weekly mainstream square dance open to the public. Come solo or as a couple. Need not be a member of the Moose to come and dance or just watch the fun. Call ahead to be sure the venue hasn't been temporarily changed. No charge to watch. There is a $3.00 per person charge to dance. We would be pleased to have you visit. Contact: Sierra Twirlers of Truth or Consequences, Carole Wheeler, 575-313-9971, randcintennessee@msn.com.
5/29/2013 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/
5/31/2013 - 6/2/2013 Jeannie's Weekend Retreat 6:30 PM Fri. to 3 PM Sun, La Paloma Hot Springs and Spa, 311 Marr Street, Truth or Consequences Weekend Retreat. Soak, Raindrop & More! Jeannie Nichols Certified CARE (Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education) Instructor offers Raindrop technique(Retreat special $90). We will make smoothies, have an organic gardening talk and a nature walk is offered. A get-acquainted Pot Luck supper Friday, May 31 @ 6:30 PM. We will view The Living Matrix. La Paloma offers round the clock soaking. Book early for best choice of rooms. Book for this event and receive discount for 2 or more nites. Cost: love offering for our organic gardening speaker. Contact: Jeannie's La Paloma Weekend Retreat, Jeannie Nichols, 575 937 1420, jeanniesvoice@yahoo.com. http://www.lapalomasprings.com
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