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October 2013 Website Facebook YouTube This is what we have for you this month – enjoy! Botanical Art of O.M. Clark Exhibit Sunday, September 1 – Tuesday, October 31 Ora M. Clark was a teacher in Aztec during the 1940’s and 1950’s, and spent his summers studying and drawing the native plants of the Southwest. He started the plant collections and lists in several national monuments, and left a fine collection of plants and art to the University of New Mexico. Come to the Riverside Nature Center, in Animas Park off Browning Parkway so view some of his original colored botanical illustrations from the Farmington Museum collection. Info: (505) 599-1422 Friday Fun New time starting in October: - 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Come to E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center, 302 N. Orchard, each Friday, now at 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., for toddler fun. Join us for art, songs, stories, and maybe even some science. This program is designed for children 18 months to 5 years old…but all ages are welcome. Info: (505) 599-1425 Ojo de Dios (Eye of God) Adults’ Craft Workshop 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Friday, October 4 Have you ever made a basic Ojo de Dios with two popsicle sticks and some yarn? Join us at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., for a workshop on how to create a more complex Ojo de Dios weaving. This workshop is for anyone 16 years and older. Space is limited and the cost $2 per person. Registration is required and can be completed by registering online at www.fmtn.org/museums, or by calling (505) 599-1169. Harvest Party 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 4 Don’t miss the 4th annual Harvest Party at Sycamore Park Community Center. This is a free event that is a lot of fun for the whole family. Come ready to play fun fall games. Info: (505) 566-2480 Family Bingo and Pizza Night 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Friday, October 4 Bingo is back! Gather your family and friends and come to the Recreation Center for a fun evening, for all ages, of Bingo and Pizza! There will be fun prizes for the lucky winners throughout the evening! For more information call the Recreation Center at 599-1184. $5.00 per person Road Apple Rally 8:00 a.m. Saturday, October 5 Annual Mountain Bike Race and tour offers pro/experts, veterans and beginners a test of skill on a 30-mile single- and double-loop course through canyons and arroyos near San Juan College in Farmington, NM. Race registration deadline is Friday, October 4. Info: (505) 599-1140 or www.roadapplerally.com. James & Ernie featuring Tatanka Means! 7:00 p.m. October 5 Ten years ago, Ernie Tsosie and James Junes met backstage at a native comedy competition in Farmington. They’ve been entertaining ---PAGE BREAK--- audiences ever since. Grab a good seat, watch the show, and have fun. Tickets and information: [PHONE REDACTED], [PHONE REDACTED], or www.fmtn.org/civiccenter 7th Annual Kickball Tournament October 7 – Registration Deadline, October 11 & 12 - Tournament Get your team together now for Friday evening & Saturday, October 11 & 12, 2013. All players must be 18 years of age or older. Teams should consist of five men and five women on the field with a maximum of 15 players on the roster. There is a $40.00 team entry fee, which includes prizes for 1st and 2nd place. Registration deadline is Monday, October 7, 2013, 8:00 p.m. Register at the Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. The tournament will take place at the Fairgrounds Rd. Softball Fields, behind the Recreation Center. For additional information call (505) 599-1184. An Evening of Comedy with Taylor Mason 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 8 See Taylor Mason, comedian, ventriloquist, entertainer, musician, and actor perform the Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington. Tickets: $15 per person, or $25 per couple. Tickets are available at the Civic Center, KNMI Vertical Radio, KPCL Passion Radio or iTicket.com. Information: or (505) 599-1148 Friends of the Nature Center Fall Gathering 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 11 The Friends of the Nature Center support the programs, activities, and development of facilities at the Riverside Nature Center, and are kept abreast of all the new plans and developments. The fall gathering is a great time to join, or to renew your membership, as well as to enjoy food and fellowship with other members. New and renewing members get a coupon for a special discount at all Museum stores during the next week. Come find out what was accomplished during the summer, as well as future plans, and enjoy views of whatever wildlife comes in view outside our windows. Info: (505) 599-1422 Fall Art Walk 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. October 11 In Historic Downtown Farmington, coordinated by the Farmington Downtown Association, and sponsored by Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs. Come Downtown and enjoy the fall with art receptions and open houses at many Downtown locations. While you’re downtown to appreciate the art, take some time to enjoy all that Downtown Farmington has to offer. Art Walk maps will be available at any of the participating downtown locations. For more information, call (505) 599-1419. It’s Family Math Night 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 11 Come to E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center, 302 N. Orchard, Children + family + Math = a whole lot of fun. Yes, having fun with math IS statistically possible. This is a special time for families to get together and work on great activities that make math fun for everyone. Space is limited so call and register your family soon. Oh, yes…and it is FREE. Info: (505) 599-1425 First Swing Adaptive Golf Clinic! 7:30 a.m. – Noon Saturday, October 12 First Swing Golf Clinic presented by the Farmington Living Life After Stroke Support Group. Piñon Hills Golf Course will facilitate the free session for disabled persons who want to golf. Professional trainers will work with them one on one. Participants need to bring golf clubs (driver and putter), comfortable clothing for golf, sunscreen, water, and a desire to play golf. If you do not have clubs, please let Gary Willmart know by October 1, so loaner clubs can be provided. Gary Willmart can be contacted at (505) 632-0440 or email, Golf Professionals, Healthcare Professionals, and NAGA instructors will work one-on-one with individuals with all types of physical disabilities to teach the following objectives: 1. How to hold the golf club 2. Overcoming challenges with the appropriate grip 3. How to assume the stance 4. Addressing the ball, set-up, and balance 5. The rules of golf and differences presented by various types of disabilities 6. Element of the swing (standing and seated) 7. Demonstrations of adaptive equipment 8. ADA implications 9. Usage of accessible golf carts 10. Safety ---PAGE BREAK--- Piñon Hills Golf Course is located at 2101 Sunrise Pkwy in Farmington, NM. For additional information, contact the Piñon Hills Golf Course Pro Shop at (505) 326-6066 or Gary Willmart, retired Air Force and stroke survivor, at (505) 632-0440 or email, Fall Navajo Song & Dance 12:00 – 6:00 p.m., Registration starts at 10:00 a.m., Grand Entry at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, October 12 Join us at the Farmington Indian Center, 100 W. Elm St., for this event. It’s a fun way for everyone to close out the local Navajo Nation fair season. Info: (505) 327-6296 Saturday Night Fun 5:30 – 10:00 p.m. Saturday, October 12 Hey kids ages 7-14!! This program is back for the fall! Come to the Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd., the 2nd Saturday of each month through December, for an evening full of fun activities! Dodgeball, basketball, wallyball, four square, music, movies, board games, good eats, and more is on the agenda! This is a great place to hang out with your friends! Event is planned and supervised by the Recreation Center staff, with entry sign-in and sign-out. The Recreation Center is closed to the public during this event. Don't miss the party! Registration is limited, so sign-up now at www.fmtn.org/recreation, under the Quick Links tab on the right. Cost is $8.00. Info: (505) 599-1184. Garden Volunteers Day 8:00 a.m. - Noon Saturday, October 12 Would you like to learn more about herbs, native plants, and xeriscape landscaping, or do you just enjoy gardening? Come to the Riverside Nature Center in Animas Park off Browning Parkway, and help prepare the Nature Center Xeriscape Demonstration Gardens for fall, as staff and volunteers groom the gardens, update the signs, and enjoy working together. There are tasks for everyone, whatever your skills or physical abilities. Info: (505) 599-1422 Dumpster Weekend 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Saturday & Sunday, October 19 & 20 This event is for Farmington residents only and is brought to you by Farmington Clean & Beautiful. Proof of Farmington residency is required. This semi-annual event is located in Berg Park at the intersection of San Juan Blvd and Scott Ave. Bring your yard trimmings, metal, household non-hazardous trash, and yard waste from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Do not bring items such as motor oil, paint, liquids of any kind, air conditioning units, tires, batteries, cement, bricks, or Russian Olive and Pyracantha trimmings (they make the mulch unusable). Please keep your yard trimmings to 5 inches or less in diameter and free of any foreign objects. Info: (505) 599- 1426. Swimming Lesson Registration 8:00 a.m. Friday, October 25 Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. at the Farmington Aquatic Center, 1151 N. Sullivan, until classes are full. Remember – you can register online beginning at 8:00 a.m. on registration day,.by going to www.fmtn.org/aquatics, under the Quick Links tab on the right. Classes run four weeks for two days a week starting on October 28. Monday/Wednesday and Tuesday/Thursday in the morning for Preschool and Tuesday/Thursday evening for Preschool and Levels. The cost is $35.00 per child. Info: (505) 599-1167. Pinkalicious, The Musical 7:00 p.m. Saturday, October 26 Don’t miss this great family show at Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington. Pinkalicious can't stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor's office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe - a dream come true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament. Tickets: $15 for adults, $10 for children. This is a perfect birthday party venue for the little Pinkalicious in your life. Info: [PHONE REDACTED], [PHONE REDACTED], or www.fmtn.org/civiccenter. Osteoarthritis Presentation 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 30 Come to the Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center, behind the Annex at 208 N. Wall, for this course that will cover joint anatomy and define the most common forms of arthritis, along with the signs and It will also provide information on how to receive a proper diagnosis and conservative treatments, such as diet and exercise and joint replacement if needed. Handouts and refreshments will be available. Presented by Todd Thomas, PT and Therese Sanchez, RN. For more information call (505) 566-2287. ---PAGE BREAK--- Halloween Dinner and Dance 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Thursday, October 31 Come to the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St., for a Dinner and Dance with live music provided by Grant Groblebe. Lunch is a $3.00 donation for anyone 60+ and a $6.00 fee for anyone younger. Wear your Halloween gear to get a special treat. Call 599-1390 for more information. Boo-palooza 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 31 The Downtown Association is partnering with the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department…The Recreation Center, Sycamore Park Community Center, The Aquatic Center, and the Civic Center staffs will join us on Main Street from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., for Carnival Games, a Monster Mash Dance in Orchard Park, a Costume Contest for Children and even those decked out Pets, and lots more! - Trick or Treat on Main Street from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. - Carnival of Candy from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Monster Mash Dance in Orchard Park with a Live DJ from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. - Costume Contest and Pet Parade on the Main Stage on North Orchard starting at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call (505) 599-1419. MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Annual Christmas Craft Fairs at Two Locations 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 2 Book your space NOW for a spot at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata Street – (505) 599-1390, or at the Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Road – (505) 599-1184. This huge Craft Fairs will have over 100 vendors and will show Arts and Crafts of all types. Info: www.fmtn.org/prca Piñon Hills Golf Tournament – Monster Day 666 Saturday, November 2 Info: (505) 326-6066 or www.pinonhillsgolf.com Medicare Part D Benefits Counseling 8:30 – 11:00a.m. Monday, November 4 – Monday, December 2 Come to the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. for 2014 Medicare Part D Benefits Counseling. Make an appointment to sit down with a counselor who can assist you in choosing a new Medicare Part D Plan, change an existing plan or just look over what your benefits will be for 2014. Bring your medications or an exact list, plus your red, white, and blue Medicare card which we use to enter you into the www.medicare.gov website to look over the possibilities. Call (505) 566-2256 to schedule an appointment. One Great Day of Shopping 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturday, November 9 The Farmington Museum and the Farmington Museum Foundation will host this annual event as part of its membership appreciation day at the Farmington Museum at Gateway Park. There will be a wide variety of items on sale, entertainment, book-signings, and more. During the event, Farmington Museum Foundation new and renewing 2014 members may enjoy a 30% discount on purchases from Currents. Current 2013 members may enjoy a 20% discount on purchases from Currents. These discounts are off the regular non-member price and good only for the day. Discounts will not apply to consignment and sale merchandise. For additional information please call Kandy at (505) 599-1421 or email [EMAIL REDACTED]. Annual Thanksgiving Potluck & 5th Birthday Party 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Saturday, November 9 Join us at Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St., for the annual Thanksgiving Potluck from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. The turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy will be provided, please bring a side. From 2:30 – 4:00 p.m., enjoy a fun afternoon and birthday celebration at the Community Center. There will be lots of surprises! Info: (505) 566-2480 ---PAGE BREAK--- Saturday Night Fun 5:30 – 10:00 p.m. Saturday, November 9 Hey kids ages 7-14!! This program is back for the fall! Come to the Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd., the 2nd Saturday of each month through December, for an evening full of fun activities! Dodgeball, basketball, wallyball, four square, music, movies, board games, good eats, and more is on the agenda! This is a great place to hang out with your friends! Event is planned and supervised by the Recreation Center staff, with entry sign-in and sign-out. The Recreation Center is closed to the public during this event. Don't miss the party! Registration is limited, so sign-up now at www.fmtn.org/recreation, under the Quick Links tab on the right. Cost is $8.00. Info: (505) 599-1184. Veterans’ Day Special All Day November 11 All veteran's or current serving military personnel get in for free for public swim with a current active ID at the Farmington Aquatic Center, 1151 N. Sullivan. Public swim is from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Please call the Farmington Aquatic Center for more information at (505) 599-1167. Thanksgiving Dinner 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 15 Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. Lunch is a $3.00 donation for anyone 60+ and a $6.00 fee for anyone younger. Family Bingo and Pizza Night 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Friday, November 15 Bingo is back! Gather your family and friends and come to the Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd., for a fun evening, for all ages, of Bingo and Pizza! There will be fun prizes for the lucky winners throughout the evening! For more information call the Recreation Center at 599-1184. $5.00 per person Learn to Sketch Outdoors 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Saturday, November 16 Meet at the Riverside Nature Center, in Animas Park off Browning Parkway. to join artist Marilyn Taylor for a walk to a location in Berg Park and learn how to make your own charcoal sketch of the scene. We provide paper and charcoal, or you may bring your own. This activity is for children and adults, and is designed for those who have never sketched anything before, though experienced artists are welcome. Info: (505) 599-1422 Space Flight Explorers Family Fun 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 16 Join us at E3 Children’s Museum & Science Center, 302 N. Orchard. for some space fun with activities straight from NASA. Suitable for ages 7 and up. See you there, and don't forget your imaginations!!!!! Info: (505) 599-1425 Sunrise Comet Walk 6:00 – 7:30 a.m. Saturday, November 23 Meet at the Riverside Nature Center, in Animas Park off Browning Parkway. A recently-discovered comet, Comet ISON, should be visible just before sunrise this morning. Astronomers think Comet ISON may be the comet which was last visible in 1608, when it was noted by Spanish explorers in the Southwest and other viewers around the world. Hope for clear weather, and come for the Nature Center’s first-ever Sunrise Walk to see it. Of course, in any weather, we will also see the animals which are active at sunrise, and perhaps even an owl. Come at 6:00 a.m. for coffee or hot chocolate before we start our walk of about 2 miles. Info: (505) 599-1422 Turkey Trot & Gobble Wobble 9:00 a.m. Saturday, November 23 The event will feature a 5K Turkey Trot and a 2 Mile Gobble Wobble walk in Downtown Farmington. This family friendly event will include activities such as children's carnival games, face painting, a kids gobble contest, music, and more. Participate in a Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble costume contest! Enter individually or as a group- - - so bring that gaggle down and do the Gobble Wobble! This is an all weather event so please plan to participate rain or shine! Cost is $20. For information and call (505) 599-1184 ---PAGE BREAK--- Thanksgiving Holiday Hours for Farmington Aquatics Monday, November 25 – Wednesday, November 27 The Farmington Aquatic Center will have two public swim sessions. Public swim will be from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. & 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Thursday, November 28 The Farmington Aquatic Center and Lions Pool will be closed all day. Friday, November 29 The Farmington Aquatic Center will be closed in the morning and open for public and lap swim from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. & 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Lions Pool will be closed all day. Saturday, November 30 Lions Pool will be closed all day Info: www.fmtn.org/aquatics or call the Farmington Aquatic Center at (505) 599-1167 or Lions Pool at (505) 599-1187 Holiday Family Craft Workshop 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Saturday, December 7 The Holidays are coming! Bring yourself or your whole family to the Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd., and spend the morning creating fun and simple Christmas holiday cards, decorations, and gifts! Refreshments will be served and special door prizes will be given. Register no later than Thursday, December 5th. Cost is $5.00. For more information call the Recreation Center at (505) 599- 1184. The Great Russian Nutcracker 7:30 p.m. December 10 Treat your family to this seasonal family favorite from the Moscow Ballet. Tickets are available NOW! Tickets and information: (505) 599-1148, (877) 599-3331, or www.fmtn.org/civiccenter Christmas Dinner 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 13 Come to the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. for a Christmas Dinner with all the trimmings. Lunch is a $3.00 donation for anyone 60+ and a $6.00 fee for anyone younger. Merry Christmas to you from the Staff at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center. Call 599-1380 for more information. Saturday Night Fun 5:30 – 10:00 p.m. Saturday, December 14 Hey kids ages 7-14!! This program is back for the fall! Come to the Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd., the 2nd Saturday of each month through December, for an evening full of fun activities! Dodgeball, basketball, wallyball, four square, music, movies, board games, good eats, and more is on the agenda! This is a great place to hang out with your friends! Event is planned and supervised by the Recreation Center staff, with entry sign-in and sign-out. The Recreation Center is closed to the public during this event. Don't miss the party! Registration is limited, so sign-up now at www.fmtn.org/recreation, under the Quick Links tab on the right. Cost is $8.00. Info: (505) 599-1184. Reindeer Romp 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Saturday, December 21 Join the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department and the Downtown Association for a little holiday cheer and participate in the Reindeer Romp or the North Pole Stroll!. Held at Orchard Plaza in Historic Downtown Farmington from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m., this event will feature a 5K Reindeer Romp (chip timed) and a 2 Mile North Pole Stroll. Registration is $15.00 which includes a shirt. The 5k will start at 4:00 p.m., walkers will follow. This is a family friendly event with activities such as: children's winter carnival games, live holiday music, hot chocolate, hot apple cider, holiday cookies, and a chance to see Santa! Register by Thursday, December 19. Late registrations will be accepted on Friday, December 20, until 2:00 p.m., with a $10.00 additional fee. For more information call the Recreation Center at (505) 599-1184. Clint Black Saturday, February 8 Tickets are on sale NOW for Clint Black! See him at the Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington. Prolific singer-songwriter Clint Black has long been heralded as one of Country music’s brightest stars. He has transcended genres to become one of the most successful artists in all the music industry. To date, Black has written, recorded, and released more than 100 songs. While it’s well-known that Black is an accomplished singer and guitarist, people will be surprised to learn that he’s also proficient on drums and harmonica. Tickets and information: [PHONE REDACTED], [PHONE REDACTED], or www.fmtn.org/civiccenter