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August 2013 Website Facebook YouTube This is what we have for you this month – enjoy! Call for Entries The Totah Foundation is currently calling for entries for its annual Totah Festival. Entry forms are available at totahfestival.farmingtonnm.org. The Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington, will host the 25th Annual Totah Festival on Saturday & Sunday, August 31 & September 1, 2013. Info: (505) f99-1174 Adult Softball Leagues Register NOW through August 1 League registration for the Farmington P.R.C.A. men’s and coed fall, 2013 softball season, will be accepted NOW through August 1, 8:00 p.m. The season will include a 14 game schedule plus a double elimination post season tournament. League play will begin the week of Monday, August 19. Leagues may fill prior to the deadline, therefore, early registration is recommended. The entry fee is $350.00 per team plus $20.00 per player. For more information, please contact the Recreation Center at (505) 599-1184. The Recreation Center is located at 1101 Fairgrounds Rd., Farmington, NM 87401 Handmade Art Show Through Saturday, September 7 Come explore the artistic wealth of the Four Corners region at Handmade, the newest temporary art exhibit at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. The opening reception is free to the public and will include light refreshments and live music. Some items will be for sale. Admission to the exhibit is free. Please call (505) 599-1174 for more information. Adventure in the Arts and related programming! Through September 21 Great art is coming to the Four Corners! Jackson Pollock and Andy Warhol are just two of the many talented and famous 20th-century artists whose work will be featured this summer at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., in the visiting exhibition, An Adventure in the Arts. Admission for this special exhibition will be $5 for adults, $3 for students with ID, and $2 for children over 2 years. Info: (505) 599-1174. Family Programs are from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. each day and FREE Kids should be 8 years or older, registration is required, call (505) 599-1169 or come into the Museum, 3041 E. Main St. August 3 - PAINT LIKE JASPER JOHNS: 3D-PAINTING August 10 - PAINT LIKE ANDY WARHOL: POP-ART PAINTING Art for Kids Noon – 2:00 p.m. July 31 – August 2 Want to be an artist, but not exactly sure where to start? Come to E3 Children’s Museum & Science Center, 302 N. Orchard, and take the first step in discovering your creative side! Learn the basics of art with fun projects that will help you take that leap into becoming a better artist. Classes are free, but registration is required. Sign up for just one or all! Info: (505) 599-1425 July 31 - Connect the lines and fill them in! August 1 - Texture, space, depth, oh my! August 2 - Let’s put it all together! Growers Market 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. or when goods sellout on Tuesdays 8:00 a.m. – Noon or when goods sellout on Saturdays The Growers Market is located in the Farmington Museum Parking Lot, 3041 E. Main St. The market is underway and the market will continue on Saturdays and Tuesdays, weekly, through the fall. Enjoy early summer greens, plants, and tasty treats for Farmington consumers. Come out and support local growers. Info: (505) 599-1174 or Paula Davis at (505) 330-8657. Tuesday Twilight League 5:30 shotgun start Through September ---PAGE BREAK--- Piñon Hills Golf Course, 2101 Sunrise Parkway, will host this event (July 30, August 13, August 27, & September 10) 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 Connie Mack World Series Connie Mack Parade Friday, August 2 at 10:30 a.m. On Main St in Historic Downtown Farmington. Parade line-up will begin at the intersection of Main St and Bowman Ave at 9:30 a.m. and the parade will begin at 10:30 a.m. Team pictures will be taken at Ricketts Park immediately following the parade. Prints will be available for purchase. Connie Mack Opening Ceremonies Friday, August 2, 8:00 p.m. Dependent Opening ceremonies will happen at Ricketts Park after the 5:15 p.m. game and before the 8:00 p.m. game. The 8:00 p.m. game will most likely begin late due to opening ceremonies. All teams will be present. Connie Mack World Series Friday, August 2 through Friday, August 9, See Website for Game Schedule - http://www.cmws.org/ Since 1965, Farmington has been host to the finest amateur tournament in baseball – the Connie Mack World Series. For more information, call (505) 599-1184. Mosaic Madness 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Friday, August 2 Kids 8 years and older will enjoy this FREE class held at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. This class is dedicated to the ancient art of mosaics. Kids will learn how to make several different forms of mosaic with a variety of objects, from tiles and marbles, to seashells and glass. Space is limited. Registration is required and can be completed by calling (505) 599-1169, or by coming into the Museum. Info: (505) 599-1174 Family Art Saturday 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Most Saturdays August 3-Weaving Sunflowers Time to weave the flowers. It’s simple, plate, scissors, yarn. August 25-Egyptian Paper Beads The people of Egypt have been making beads since the time when the great pyramids were built, 5000 years ago. NOTE: New Time-Family Art Saturdays starting September 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. September 14-Tic-Tac-Toe Mat Take your Tic-Tac-Toe on the go. Come and test your sewing skills and make your very own game. No sewing experience necessary. Don’t forget your imaginations. September 28-Crafty Baskets No weaving necessary with these baskets. Come and make a super cool basket our of popsicle sticks and plenty of glue. Don’t forget your imaginations! Summer Terrace Music Series 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, through 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! Info: (505) 599-1174 August 3 – Summer Classics Ensemble August 10 – Close Enuff August 17 – Chokecherry Jam August 24 – The Entertainer August 31 – Trumpet Geezers Poetry Picnics 6:30 p.m. Friday, August 9 & August 23 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. The featured theme for August 9 is Summer. Afterwards, you may enjoy strolling in the park until sunset. Program is free. Info: (505) 599-1422. Junior Golf Program – 9-Holer Club 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. ---PAGE BREAK--- Friday, August 9 Sign your child up for this class, under a relationship with The First Tee of San Juan County, NM. Meet at Civitan Golf Course, 2100 N. Dustin for this playing class, designed for PAR level and older PLAYer level kids who are able and anxious to play more golf. They will get instruction on form, pace, rules, etiquette, and more. The fee is $2 for Civitan pass holders, and may be paid at class. To register for this last kids program of the summer season, contact the Piñon Hills Golf Course Pro Shop at (505) 326-6066. Get more information at www.pinonhillsgolf.com. Friday Night Scramble 5:30 p.m. shotgun start Friday, August 9 Pinon Hills Golf Cours, 2101 Sunrise Parkway, will host this Friday family night, 9-hole scramble, and kids play FREE! Info: (505) 326- 6066 or www.pinonhillsgolf.com Twilight Swim 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Friday, August 9 Twilight Swim at Brookside Pool, 20th & Dustin, bring your own flotation devices. Info: (505) [PHONE REDACTED] or (505) 599-1188 History Hike – Butler Ranch Birding / Escalante Days 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturday, August 10 Join us at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., on the second Saturday of the month, through September, for a fun and informative hike that explores the cultural and natural history of the Four Corners region. In August, participants can explore the woodland and meadow trails of the Butler Ranch in Dolores, Colorado. Participants will also get a chance to attend the annual Escalante Days, which includes a short ride on the historic Galloping Goose train. Space is limited. Registration is required and can be completed by registering online at fmtn.org/museums, under the quick links tab on the right, or by coming into the museum. The cost is $10 per person and includes transportation and lunch. This is an adults-only program. Info: (505) 599-1169 Last Day of Summer for Brookside Pool 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. & 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Saturday, August 10 This is the last day Brookside Pool, 20th and Dustin, will be open for the 2013 summer season. Info: (505) 599-1188 Split-willow Animals 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 17 Come to the Riverside Nature Center in Animas Park off Browning Parkway, for this annual activity. Small animals made by folding and wrapping split willow wands have been found in archaeological sites thousands of years old. Try your hand at this ancient craft, using willow cuttings from Animas Park, and take home your own creation. Some patience is required at first, so this is recommended for people 10 and older. Info: (505) 599-1422 Farmington Aquatic Center Academic Hours Monday, August 19 Academic Schedule starts for Farmington Aquatic Center, 1151 N. Sullivan. The Aquatic Center will be open for public swim on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m., Saturday from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. & 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.. and Sunday from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. - limited to the leisure pool only. Lap swimming is Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. and during public swim on Saturday. Info: (505) 599-1167. NM Medicaid Workshop 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Wednesday August 21 Come to Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St., for this NM Medicaid Workshop sponsored by the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center. State staff will be presenting information on the upcoming changes to NM Medicaid which will be effective January, 1, 2014. 1 to 2 representatives from each of the four State contracted Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) will also be providing information. The four MCOs are Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Molina Healthcare, Presbyterian Health Services, and United Healthcare. Info: (505) 599-1380 or (505) 566-2480 SPCC Open House 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Friday, August 23 Come check out the Sycamore park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St., and all we have to offer in the fall at our annual open house. We will also have vendors present that we work with throughout the year. There will be games and refreshments for everyone! This is a free event. Info: (505) 566-2480 ---PAGE BREAK--- Dragonfly Walks 9:30 – 11:00 Adults 11:00 – 12:00 Families with Children Saturday, August 24 Meet at Riverside Nature Center in Animas Park off Browning Parkway, and join visiting expert April Baisan and Nature Center staff on a walk to observe and learn about dragonflies. Catch a few for up-close study, as well as watch them in their river and wetlands habitat. Binoculars are helpful, so bring them if you have them. The early walk may be a little more technical, for adults, and the later walk will be specially designed for children and their families. Info: (505) 599-1422 Swimming Lesson Registration 8:00 a.m. Friday, August 30 Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. at the Farmington Aquatic Center until classes are full. Remember – you can register online beginning at 8:00 a.m. on registration day.at fmtn.org/aquatics, under the Quicklinks tab on the right. Classes are four days a week for two weeks beginning September 3. 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. 25th Annual Totah Festival The Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington, will host the 25th Annual Totah Festival on Saturday & Sunday, August 31 & September 1, 2013. The Totah Festival began in 1988 with the idea of creating a marketplace for Native American artists to share their skills and craftsmanship with the community, visitors, and each other. The Festival has grown to more than 100 artist booths, a Contest Pow Wow, and renowned Navajo Rug Auction Saturday Show Open – 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Contest Pow Wow – 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Navajo Rug Auction – 1:00 p.m. in the Civic Center Theater Sunday Show Open – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Contest Pow Wow – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For additional information on the Totah Festival, contact the Farmington Museum at (505) 599-1174 or get online at totahfestival.farmingtonnm.org. GET READY NOW! Community Yard Sale and Craft Fair 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 7 Join us for the Sycamore Park Community Yard Sale and Craft Fair at 1051 Sycamore St. This will be an outdoor event, bring the family and enjoy a fun day in the park! Booths are $10 per table for both the yard sale and craft fair. To register for a booth, go to fmtn.org/spcc, under the quick links tab on the right. Info: (505) 566-2480 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Tunes for Tots (Formerly Musical Mondays) 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Mondays AND Wednesdays starting in September Musical Mondays is NOW Tunes for Tots! This music, story-telling, and crafts program will remain the same, but will now be offered twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays, starting in September at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Come early and be prepared to get musical and messy! The recommended age for Tunes for Tots is Pre-K thru 1st grade. Admission is free. For more information please call (505) 599-1169. Historic Downtown Farmington Walking Tour 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. September 6 Meet at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., for a walking tour of downtown Farmington’s fascinating early history. Learn a little about the devastating Main St. fires, early architecture, pioneer community builders, and more! This program is FREE and available to all ages. Transportation will be provided. Info: (505) 599-1169 History Hike – Mesa Verde National Park 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday, September 14 Meet us at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., on the second Saturday of the month, through September, for a fun and informative hike that explores the cultural and natural history of the Four Corners region. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the cultural heritage of the Ancestral Puebloans with a day trip to Mesa Verde National Park. A tour of Cliff Palace will be included, so please be prepared for ladder climbing! Space is limited. Registration is required and can be completed by registering ---PAGE BREAK--- online at fmtn.org/museums, under the quick links tab on the right, or by coming into the museum. The cost is $15 per person and includes transportation, lunch, and a tour ticket. This is an adults-only program. Info: (505) 599-1169 Saturday Night Fun 5:30 – 10:00 p.m. September 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 November, 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 Quicklinks tab on the right. Cost is $8.00. Info: (505) 599-1184. Bisti Badlands Full Moon Hike 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Thursday, September 19 Every wondered what hoodoos looked like in the moonlight? Join the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., for a hike in the Bisti Badlands during the Full Harvest Moon and find out! Space is limited. Registration is required and can be completed by registering online at fmtn.org/museums, under the quick links tab on the right, or by coming into the museum. The cost is $5 per person and includes transportation. This is an adults-only program. Info: (505) 599-1169 Family Campout Starts 5:00 p.m. September 20 – 21 Families – bring your kids, your tent, and get ready for a special night around the campfire creating memories that will last a lifetime at the Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Activities start at 5:00 pm. Tickets are $4 per person and must be purchased in advance. Ticket price includes a weenie roast, continental breakfast, a picture and evening games and activities. Register at fmtn.org/spcc, under the quick links tab on the right. Info: (505) 566-2480. NM Medicaid Workshop 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Monday, September 23 Join us at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex Conference Room at 208 Wall, for this NM Medicaid Workshop. State staff will be presenting information on the upcoming changes to NM Medicaid which will be effective January, 1, 2014. 1 to 2 representatives from each of the four State contracted Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) will also be providing information. The four MCOs are Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Molina Healthcare, Presbyterian Health Services, and United Healthcare. Info: (505) 599-1380 or (505) 566- 2480 Four Corners Antique Power & Tractor Show Times TBD Friday, September 27 – Saturday, September 28 Come to the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., and experience a bit of agricultural past. Enjoy antique tractors, engines, and vehicles at this annual event. A highlight of the show is a tractor pull on Saturday. Info: Sue Cordell at 334-1339 or Farmington Museum at (505) 599-1174 Swimming Lesson Registration 8:00 a.m. Friday, September 27 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 Quicklinks tab on the right. Classes run four weeks for two days a week starting on September 30. 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. REAL Night at the Museum 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Saturday, September 28 It’s that time of year for the Farmington Museum’s annual history extravaganza, REAL Night at the Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Join us for traditional favorite hands-on activities and crafts that bring the past alive. Apple pressing, butter churning, candle making, log cabin building, leather stamping, and biscuit making over an open fire will all be a part of this exciting event. Admission is free. Info: (505) 599-1169