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June 2013 Website Facebook YouTube This is what we have for you this month – enjoy! Annual Flea Market 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 1 Don’t miss the Annual Flea Market held inside and outside the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Main Building, 109 E. La Plata & inside and outside the Annex, 208 Wall. 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 and Frito pies for sale. Info: (505) 599-1390. Get Your Tickets for “Grease” 8:00 a.m. Starting Saturday, June 1 Sandstone Productions has opened ticket sales for the 2013 Summer Outdoor Summer Stock Theater Season online at webtrac.fmtn.org. Sandstone Productions continues to strive for outstanding summer stock productions by offering another theater favorite – “Grease”. All productions are presented in the Lions Wilderness Park Amphitheater. Tickets may be purchased at the Civic Center Ticket Office, 200 W. Arrington, or you may call 599-1148 or toll free at 1-[PHONE REDACTED]. The Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., has tickets for sale for those that walk in. All ticket sales cease at 4:30 p.m. each day and resume at the gate at 6:30 p.m. The show begins at 8:00 p.m. each evening during show dates. Shows dates are every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening from Thursday, June 20 until Saturday, August 3, 2013. For ticket prices or additional information on Sandstone Productions ticket sales, contact the Civic Center Ticket Office at (505) 599-1148. Summer Terrace Music Series 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, June – August Join the Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. each Saturday evening during the summer months for some live, local entertainment at our 10th Annual Summer Terrace Music Series. Admission to this program is FREE. Don’t forget your folding chair and dancing shoes! Call (505) 599-1174 for a full list of performers. Piñon Hills Junior Golf Program Monday, June 3 – Friday, June 7 Class is conducted under a relationship with The First Tee of San Juan County, NM. This program is takes place at Piñon Hills Golf Course and Civitan Golf Course (depending on the date) for one week with times based on age groups. Ages 11 – 12 from 8:00 – 9:15 a.m.; ages 9 – 10 from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m.; ages 7-8 from 11:00 a.m. to 12: 15 p.m. The program will focus on developing new students based on The First Tee Code of Conduct and expose them to the Nine Core Values of the program. This program is a wonderful opportunity to learn the game of golf or build upon existing skills. The cost is only $45. For more information, or to register, visit www.PinonHillsGolf.com or call (505) 326-6066. ---PAGE BREAK--- Tuesday Twilight League 5:30 shotgun start NOW through September Piñon Hills Golf Course, 2101 Sunrise Parkway, will host this event (June 4 & 18, July 2, 16 & 30, August 13) 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 Kitten Summer Spectacular! Starting Wednesday, June 5 On Wednesdays, all through the month of June, the Farmington Animal Shelter, 1395 S. Lake, will have kittens for adoption at only $25, which is less than half the normal adoption fee. Celebrate summer with this spectacular offer. Stop by the Animal Shelter to visit all the furry friends waiting for their loving, forever home. As always, at the Farmington Animal Shelter, each cat and dog up for adoption, will be spayed or neutered, vaccinated, de-wormed, and treated with a flea and tick preventative. Celebrate summer by adopting a pet and change a life! For more information call (505) 599-1098. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 3:00 p.m. Penny Party 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 6 What can a penny buy you these days? A whole lot of fun, that’s what. Join us at E3 Children’s Musuem & Science Center for Pitching Pennies, Polka Dot Penny Pitch, Penny Spoon Races, Coin Drop Race and MuCh, MuCH MoRE. The cost for the Penny Party is 150 pennies (that is three rolls of pennies or $1.50), make sure you bring pennies!!! We will not have pennies available to make change. Info: (505) 599-1425 Mosaic Madness 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Fridays, June 7, July 5, & August 2 Kids 8 years and older will enjoy this FREE class held at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Classes are dedicated to the ancient art of mosaics, held the first Friday of each month, June through August. Kids will learn how to make several different forms of mosaic with a variety of objects, from tiles and marbles, to seashells and glass. Attend one or all! Space is limited. Registration is required and can completed by calling (505) 599-1169, or by coming into the Museum. Info: (505) 599-1174 be TGIF Music and Lunch in Orchard Park 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Fridays, NOW – July 26 Summer is on its way – and that means TGIF in the park! Come Downtown, 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 each Friday afternoon from May 24 to July 26. Three Rivers Eatery & Brew House will sell burgers and hotdogs so come enjoy yourself! TGIF is brought to you by the Farmington Downtown Association an is sponsored by Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Affairs. For more information, call (505) 599-1419 d . ---PAGE BREAK--- History Hike – San Juan Basin Geology 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saturday, June 8 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 June, with the assistance of a Conoco geologist, participants will have the opportunity to learn about Cretaceous period geology and its relationship to oil and gas in the San Juan Basin. Space is limited. Registration is required and can be completed by registering online at webtrac.fmtn.org or by coming into the museum. The cost is $10 per person and includes transportation and lunch. This is an adults-only program. Please call (505) 599-1169 for more information. Car Show and Craft Fair 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saturday, June 8 Come support the Park Shelter Project and enjoy a car show, craft fair, and day full of activities for the entire family at Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. There will be food vendors, games for kids, music, a burn out contest, and much, much more. Car classes include Low Riders, Hot Rods, Rat Rods, Muscle Cars, 4x4, Trucks, Low Rider Bikes, Original, and Construction. Craft fair booths available. Info: (505) 566-2480 Rocket Workshop 10:30 a.m. – Noon Tuesday, June 11 - Thursday, June 13 It’s not rocket science….well, maybe it is! Ages 7 and up, come to E3 Children’s Museum & Science Center, 302 N. Orchard, and join us for some rocket fun - develop and blast off our very own rocket creations. Start with simple film canister rockets, and work your way up to Egganautics. Register early, space is limited, cost is $5.00 per person plus two 2-liter bottles. Info: (505) 599-1425. Dogs for Dads Starting Friday, June 14 – Sunday, June 16 The Farmington Animal Shelter is having a very special adoption event. Fathers should be pampered on Father’s Day, so bring Dad to the Farmington Animal Shelter, 1395 S. Lake, to adopt a dog or puppy for $49.00, which is almost half of the normal adoption fee. Stop by and visit all the furry friends waiting for their loving, forever home. As always, at the Farmington Animal Shelter, each dog (and cat) up for adoption will be spayed or neutered, vaccinated, de-wormed, and treated with a flea and tick preventative. Adopt a pet, change a life, and honor fatherhood!. For more information call (505) 599-1098. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 3:00 p.m. Poetry Picnics 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 14 Meet at the Riverside Nature Center, in Animas Park off Browning Parkway, and bring your picnic dinner. We'll stroll out to the Herb and Xeriscape Garden and eat in the newly built seating circle for a short program of poetry readings by more than one reader. Feel free to bring your favorite poem with the featured theme for June 14, America, in honor of Flag Day. Afterwards, you may enjoy strolling in the park until sunset. Programs are free and will continue the 2nd and 4th Fridays in June, July, and August. Info: (505) 599-1422. ---PAGE BREAK--- Summer Art Walk 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Friday, June 14 Enjoy Historic Downtown Farmington during this great annual community event. Come downtown and celebrate the season of beauty with art receptions and open houses at many downtown locations. While you’re downtown to appreciate the art, take some time to enjoy all 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. Miss Indian Farmington Competition n Farmington 2012-2013 competition will be held at the Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. 5:30 – 9:00 p.m. Friday, June 14 Miss India Arrington. Sponsored by the Farmington Indian Center, come out to cheer on the competitors showcasing their many talents. Info: (505) 327-6296. Friday Night Scramble 5:30 p.m. shotgun start Fridays: June 14, June 28, July 12, July 26, & August 9 n Hills Golf Course Piño , 2101 Sunrise Parkway, will host this Friday family night, 9-hole scramble, and kids y FREE! Info: (505) 326-6066 or www.pinonhillsgolf.com pla Handmade Art Show 5 – Saturday, September 7 eption e explore the artistic wealth of the Four Corners region at Handmade, the newest temporary art exhibit at the Farmington Museum, Saturday, June 1 Opening Rec 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Saturday, June 15 Com 3041 E. Main St. The opening reception is free to the public and will include hments and live music. Some items will be for sale. Admission to the exhibit is free. Please call light refres (505) 599-1174 for more information. Around the World in 8 Days 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 18 – Friday, June 21, & Tuesday, June 25 – Friday, June 28 en’s Museum & Science Center, 302 N. Orchard, for Around the World in 8 Days - reate a different craft from a different culture each day. Pack your imagination, we are rld! Drop in for this free family fun. Info: (505) 599-1425 oiled Pots n Art ainting June 26 – Iran, No-Ruz Centerpiece June 27 – Germany, Bees x Modeling June 28 – Antarctica, Swe Come to E3 Childr Passport to Fun. C off to see the wo June 18 – USA, Native American C June 19 – Mexico, Huichol Indian Yar June 20 - Ivory Coast, West Africa, Mud P June 21 – Russia, Jeweled Eggs June 25 – Zambia, Colorful Baskets wa et Snow Sculpture ---PAGE BREAK--- “Grease” OPENS! Performance at 8:00 p.m., gates open at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20 Sandstone Productions is pleased to present “Grease”. All productions are presented in the Lions Wilderness Park Amphitheater. Tickets may be purchased online at webtrac.fmtn.org, and at the Civic Center Ticket Office, call 599-1148 or toll free at 1-[PHONE REDACTED]. Show dates are every Thursday, Friday, day evening until Saturday, August 3, 2013. For additional information call (505) 599-1150. and Satur Father Son Campout 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 21 – Saturday, June 22 At Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St., beginning at 5:00 p.m. Bring your boys, your tent, and get ready for a special night around the campfire creating memories that will last a lifetime. Tickets are $4 per person and must be purchased in advance, online at webtrac.fmtn.org or at the Community Center. Ticket price includes a weenie roast, continental breakfast, a picture, and an evening of games and activities. For more information, call (505) 566-2480. Summer Youth Recreation July Program n Registration 8:00 a.m. Starts Tuesday, June 25 Brought to you by Farmington Recreation, programs and classes will include soccer, basketball, volleyball, crafts, cooking, tennis, t-ball, Heather McGaughy Children’s Theater, and much more! Online registratio for all July activities will begin Tuesday, June 25, 8:00 a.m., at webtrac.fmtn.org. Walk-in registration will begin on Wednesday, June 26 at 6:00 p.m. at the Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. July Session dates are July 1 – July 26. For more information call (505) 599-1184. Heather McGaughy Children’s Summer Theater Production ness Park, gton, NM. The performance, Willie Wonka Kids, is a culmination of the June summer theater workshop for hildren. This project is funded in part by the Connie Gotsch Arts Foundation. Tickets and information: (877) 599-3331 or ww.fmtn.org/sandstone. 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 26 Experience live theater performed by local children in the beautiful, natural sandstone, outdoor amphitheater at Lions Wilder 5800 College Blvd., Farmin c w Wildlife Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. – Noon REGISTER NOW for July 10, 17, 24, & August 7 Need a special summer activity for kids ages 7 -12? Wildlife Wednesdays is a five-week series of outdoor activities and hikes at the Riverside Nature Center, in Animas Park off Browning Parkway, on Wednesday mornings. Each week’s session is different, as we learn about bugs, birds, trails, the water creatures in the Animas River, plants, and more. Sessions start at 9:00 a.m. and end at 12:00 noon, with a snack included. Pre-registration is required by July 3 at the Nature Center or the Farmington Museum. Fee is $20.00. Info: 599-1422 Coming to the Farmington Museum on July 20: Adventure in the Arts and related programming! Info: (505) 599-1174