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May 2013 Website Facebook YouTube This is what we have for you this month – enjoy! Get Golf Ready – Adult Introductory Lessons 5:30-7:00 p.m. Tuesday – Friday: April 30 - May 3, May 21 – May 24 Come to the Piñon Hills Golf Course, 2101 Sunrise Parkway for a span of 4 classes will introduce the game of golf in a whole new way. Instruction will begin on the practice range, move to the putting green, and finish on the golf course. The student will be introduced to both Civitan and Pinon Hills Golf Courses. This program is targeted towards new players, but could be a great refresher course for anyone looking to get more out of the game of Golf. Info: pinonhillsgolf.com or (505) 326-6066 U.S.T.A. Junior Team Tennis League Registration NOW – May 29 Held at the Farmington Sports Complex, 2301 Pinon Hills Blvd., players may register online at the Northern New Mexico U.S.T.A. website, www.nnmta.usta.com, click on “tennis” and then “Junior Team Tennis”. You can also attend one of the on-site registration days at the Sports Complex from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on 3 Saturdays, April 27, May 18, May 25. Match dates start June 6 and run through July 31. The Cost is $20.00 per player. For information about eligibility, team requirements, age groups, match days, and any other information, call (321) 262-8754. San Juan County Senior Olympics Awards Picnic 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 a.m. Friday, May 3 Join us at the .Bonnie Dallas Senior Center for the final Senior Olympic event. Let the fun begin with a potato relay, balloon popping chair competition, water balloon toss, and a delicious hamburger on the grill for lunch. Lunch is a $3.00 suggested donation for anyone 60+ years of age and a $6.00 fee for anyo younger than 60. Cheer and applaud for our Olympians who placed. Info: (505) 599-1380. ne Farmington’s Own Johnny Appleseed 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 4 Do you know who began the apple-growing tradition that supported Farmington in the first half of the 20th century? Bart Wilsey, director of the Farmington Museum, will dramatize the pioneer who started it all, as we enjoy the Heritage Orchard, east of Harvest Grove Barn in Animas Park off Browning Parkway Come prepared to be outdoors, and bring a chair if you wish, for this presentation, which is designed for all ages. Info: (505) 599-1422 ---PAGE BREAK--- Dumpster Weekend 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, May 4 & 5 Brought to you by Farmington Clean & Beautiful for Farmington Residents only, proof of Farmington residency is required. Bring your excess stuff to us for this semi-annual event located in Berg Park at the intersection of San Juan Blvd and Scott Ave. Bring your yard trimmings, metal, household non-hazardous trash, yard waste, and electronic waste, including televisions. Do not bring items such as motor oil, paint, liquids of any kind, air conditioning units, tires, batteries, 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. Refrigerators will not be accepted at this time. For more information, call (505) 599-1426. History Hike – Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturday, May 11 Meet us at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., for History Hikes on the second Saturday of the month, May thru September. Enjoy a fun and informative hike that explores the cultural and natural history of the Four Corners region. In May, participants will have the opportunity to explore the national historic site of the Hubbell Trading Post in Ganado, Arizona. Registration is required and can be completed by registering online at webtrac.fmtn.org or by coming into the Farmington Museum. The cost is $10 per person and includes transportation and lunch. This is an adults-only program. Info: (505) 599-1169 Spring Migratory Bird Count 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 11 Meet at the Riverside Nature Center in Animas Park off Browning Parkway. Join an international project to learn where migratory birds are spending the spring nesting season, by observing and counting the birds in Animas and Berg Parks. Beginning and expert observers are all welcome as we walk the park trails and bridges. Info: (505) 599-1422 Mother Daughter Tea Party 10:00 a.m. – Noon Saturday, May 11 This is a special event for mothers and daughters of all ages, come to Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St., a wonderful tea party with crafts, treats and special entertainment. This is sure to be a day to cherish for years to come. Tickets are $4 per person and must be purchased in advance. They can be purchased on line at webtrac.fmtn.org. Info: (505) 566-2480 Presentation and Consults by the Lawyer Referral Group 10:00 – 11:15 a.m. Tuesday, May 14 Come to Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Main Building, 109 E. La Plata for a workshop that will cover Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorneys, Health Directives, Transfer on Death Deeds, and other topics. There will be a question and answer period at the end of the presentation. In the afternoon, free 30 minute consultations will be available with answers to questions, and offer you a referral to a local attorney who can assist you. For more information or to sign up for a free consultation, call (505) 599-1390. ---PAGE BREAK--- Tuesday Twilight League 5:30 shotgun start NOW through September Piñon Hills Golf Course, 2101 Sunrise Parkway, will host this event (May 14 & 28, June 11 & 25, July 9 & 28, August 6 & 20, September 3 & 17) Play is open to anyone—regardless of handicap! This will be a fun, quick, 9-hole, early evening event with a payout each play day. Some weeks we will play the front nine, others the back nine. The entry fee is only $10 - and the special Twilight League rate is only $15 – and that includes your green fee and cart! Pass-holders pay a $10 cart fee to play. All you need to do is visit or call the Pro Shop and register by 5:00 pm on the Monday prior to play day. Info: (505) 326-6066 or pinonhillsgolf.com Friday Night Math 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. May 17 E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center, 302 N. Orchard, is offering this special program for families. Children + family + math = a whole lot of fun. Yes, having fun with math is possible. Families can get together and work on great activities that will help math be more fun for everyone. Space is limited, so call and register your family soon for this free program. Info: (505) 599-1425 Dutch Oven Baking 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 18 Come to the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., for a real treat during your summer camping or backyard cooking, to try baking in a cast-iron dutch oven. If this is a new type of cooking for you, come to a demonstration, and get some hands-on experience, recipes, and tips from an expert. Donna Thatcher, Riverside Nature Center Educator, will be demonstrating several recipes from start to tasting during a two-hour outdoor session. Space is limited, so please call and pre-register. Bring a lawn chair, and dress to spend the time outdoors around the fire in sun and breezes as we revive this pioneer skill. Information and registration, call (505) 599-1422. Chaco Canyon Migratory Bird Count 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday, May 20 Join volunteers from the Four Corners Bird Club and the Nature Center in making a census of the birds at Chaco Canyon National Monument. Participants should be experienced birders and able to hike in backcountry areas. For more information, call the Riverside Nature Center, 599-1422. TGIF Music and Lunch in Orchard Park 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Fridays, May 24 – July 26 Summer is on its way – and that means TGIF in the park! Come to Historic Downtown Farmington at Main and Orchard, grab some lunch, take a break from work, listen to live music and relax. This lunchtime concert will be performed in the gazebo in Orchard Park on Fridays in the summer. Three Rivers Eatery & Brew House will sell burgers and hotdogs so come enjoy yourself! TGIF is brought to you by the Farmington Downtown Association and is sponsored by Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Affairs. For more information, call (505) 599-1419. Riverfest 10K, 5K, & 2-mile Walk Race starts at 8:00 a.m. sharp Saturday, May 25 Join us for our annual Riverfest 10K, 5K, & 2-Mile Walk on Memorial Day weekend. Both runs and walk will start and finish at the Animas Park parking lot area and run along the scenic river trails. The 10K & 5K races will use electronic chip timing! All entries receive a t-shirt and there will be age group awards, both male and female, for the 10K and 5K. Register on-line at webtrac.fmtn.org or in person at the Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. Registration ends Friday, May 24 at 1:00 p.m. There is no race day registration! . Fee is $20.00 entry for runs and $12.00 entry for walk Info: (505) 599-1184. ---PAGE BREAK--- Brookside Pool Opens Saturday, May 25 Public Swim at Brookside, 20th & Dustin, is Monday - Saturday 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., 4:30 - 7:30 p.m., and Sunday 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Cost is $1.50 for 13+ yrs. and $1.00 for 3 - 12 yrs. Lap swimming is from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The cost for lap swimming is $1.50 per swimmer. Info (505) 599-1188 or (505) 599-1167 Summer Hours Begin at the Farmington Aquatic Center May 25 Bring the heat on!! Public Swimming is Monday – Saturday, 1:00 -4:00 p.m. & 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. and Sundays, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Cost is $3.25 for children 3 -12 yrs., $4.50 for 13 – 18 yrs., and $5.00 for 19+ yrs. The Aquatic Center is located at 1151 N. Sullivan. For more information call (505) 599-1167. Piñon Hills Golf Tournament Series Don’t miss these upcoming tournaments at Piñon Hills Golf Course. Saturday, May 25 - Couples Scramble Saturday, July 7 - Independence Day Best Ball Saturday, July 27 & Sunday, July 28 - Pinon Hills Classic Saturday, August 24 - 2 - Man Scramble Saturday, November 2 - Monster Day 666 Info: (505) 326-6066 or pinonhillsgolf.com Coming of the Corn Thursday, May 30 Noon – 4:00 p.m. Aztec Ruins is partnering with Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St., to provide this educational class for 5th to 8th grade children. Please join us for this free, fun, and interactive class from Noon to 4:00 p.m. Info: (505) 566-2480 Swimming Lesson Registration 8:00 a.m. Friday, May 31 Swimming lesson registration starts at 8:00 a.m. for June classes until full. Register online at webtrac.fmtn.org or at the Farmington Aquatic Center, 1151 N. Sullivan. Classes are two weeks, four days a week. Monday -Thursday in the morning for preschool and levels. Evening classes for preschool and levels will be at Lions Pool. The cost is $35 per child. Info: (505) 599-1167. Annual Flea Market 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 1, register for a booth NOW! Get ready NOW and book your spot for the Annual Flea Market held inside Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Main Building, 109 E. La Plat & outside the Annex, 208 Wall. For 60+ years of age, rent a space for $10.00. If you are younger than 60, the cost for a space is $20.00. Over 100 vendors will tempt you with treasures, collectibles, homemade goodies, plants, art work, and much more. There will be live music and hamburgers on the grill. To rent a space or information, call (505) 599-1390.