2008 Events

ONGOING
FARMINGTON: 100 YEARS OF CHANGE – From early pioneer settlement to the present-day is displayed in this exhibition at the Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174. www.farmingtonmuseum.org

"FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS" – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

JANUARY 4-5
CASPER BACA BARES, BRONCS & BULLS SPECTACULAR RODEO – 7pm, McGee Park Coliseum, located between Farmington & Bloomfield on Hwy. 64. Over 200 rough stock riders compete for prizes and money. For more information call (505) 287-9534 or visit www.casperbacarodeo.com

JANUARY 11
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION – 300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

JANUARY 11-12
THEATER ENSEMBLE ARTS PRESENTS “SAME TIME NEXT YEAR” – 7:30pm, San Juan College Little Theatre. Play by Bernard Slade. Tickets: $10/adults, $8/students & seniors. (505) 327-0076 or www.tearts.com

JANUARY 11-March 19
QUILTS OF THE SAN JUAN – ANTIQUE QUILTS – Farmington Gateway Museum & Visitors Center. Come see antique quilts from the Four Corners Area. For more information visit www.farmingtonmuseum.org or call (505) 599-1174.

JANUARY 13
FOUR CORNERS WEDDING EXPO – 11am-3pm, Farmington Civic Center Exhibit Halls. Everything you need to plan your wedding, all in one place . . . all in one day. Register to win door prizes. Show admission $5 per person. For more information call Debbie at (970) 882-3049 or (877) 884-6001.

JANUARY 18-19
MONSTER TRUCK SHOW – 7pm, McGee Park Memorial Coliseum, Hwy. 64 between Farmington and Bloomfield. For more information call (505) 325-5415.

JANUARY 18-19
THEATER ENSEMBLE ARTS PRESENTS “THE BELLE OF AMHERST” – 7:30pm, San Juan College Little Theatre. Play by William Luce. Tickets: $10/adults, $8/students & seniors. (505) 327-0076 or www.tearts.com

JANUARY 25
“BEETHOVEN’S WIG” WITH THE SJC ORCHESTRA – 7:30pm, SJ College Performance Hall. Tickets: $15/adults, $12/students & seniors. Inspired and wildly imaginative, Beethoven’s Wig is one of the best introductions to classical music you could give to your children. The brainchild of lyricist and lead vocalist Richard Perlmutter, Beethoven’s Wig uses sing-alongs with zany lyrics full of fact and fancy about the world’s greatest composers and their compositions. This fun-filled creation has been nominated for three Grammy Awards and provides a delightful foundation for classical music that will last a lifetime. (505) 566-3430.

JANUARY 25
DOWNTOWN GALLERY NIGHT – A new featured artist each month. Don’t miss this opportunity to speak with our Featured Artist and enjoy unique artwork. Hors d’oeuvres’ are served. Located at the Feat of Clay Gallery, 107 S. Main Avenue in Aztec. Call (505) 334-4335 for more information.

JANUARY 28
3rd ANNUAL LADIES NIGHT OUT – A fun evening of food & entertainment for the ladies, plus one lucky lady will be crowned “Ladies Night Out” Queen. Held at Rubio’s Fine Mexican Dining located at 116 S. Main Ave. in Aztec. Call (505) 334-9551 or visit www.aztecchamber.com

JANUARY 29
FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS “GYPSY” – 7:30pm in the Farmington Civic Center Miriam M. Taylor Theater. Tickets: $17-$33. (505) 599-1148 or 1-877-599-3331.

JANUARY 30
“AILEY II” – 7:00pm, SJ College Performance Hall. Tickets: $12/adults, $10/students & seniors. Ailey II, the junior company of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, is known for performing a fast-paced, sophisticated, crowd-pleasing show. The company is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding emerging choreographers.
(505) 566-3430.

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

FEBRUARY 11-MARCH 19
QUILTS OF THE SAN JUAN – ANTIQUE QUILTS – Farmington Gateway Museum & Visitors Center. Come see antique quilts from the Four Corners Area. For more information visit www.farmingtonmuseum.org or call (505) 599-1174.

FEBRUARY 1
“SPIRIT & THE BLUES” Eric Bibb & The Campbell Brothers – 7:00pm, SJ College Performance Hall. Tickets: $12/adults, $10/students & seniors. Eric Bibb has an ability to meld traditional blues styles with more contemporary sounds. As one critic put it, “Eric’s singing and versatile guitar playing fuses a variety of genres to become a New World Blues.” …The Campbell Brothers present Sacred Steel: African-American gospel music with electric steel guitar and vocal. (505) 566-3430.

FEBRUARY 2
BLOOMFIELD ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP BANQUET – Bloomfield, NM. Come and enjoy our entertainment/speaker, silent auction, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle at 6:30pm. Help us congratulate our Citizen of the Year, Teacher of the Year and Business of the Year. For more information call the Chamber of Commerce office (505) 632-0880.

FEBRUARY 3
SJ ANIMAL LEAGUE RABIES CLINIC – 12:00pm-5:00pm, Farmington Civic Center. Contact: 325-3366

FEBRUARY 4
SAN JUAN SYMPHONY PRESENTS A YOUTH CONCERT – 1:00pm, Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington. Call (505) 599-1148, 1-866-382-9753 for more details or visit www.sanjuansymphony.org

FEBRUARY 4
SAN JUAN SYMPHONY PRESENTS A FAMILY CONCERT – 6:30pm, SJ College Henderson Fine Arts Center Performance Hall. Call (505) 566-3430 or visit www.sanjuansymphony.org

FEBRUARY 8
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION – 300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

FEBRUARY 9
AZTEC MUSEUM ANNUAL MEETING & BANQUET – Aztec Museum located at 125 N. Main Ave., Aztec. Membership Business Meeting. Contact the Aztec Museum to become a participating member of the Aztec Museum Assoc. (505) 334-9829

FEBRUARY 15
SAN JUAN COLLEGE BAND CONCERT – 7:30pm, SJ College Performance Hall. Tickets: $6/adults, $4/students & seniors. (505) 566-3430.

FEBRUARY 15-17 & 22-23
THEATER ENSEMBLE ARTS PRESENTS “DEAR BRUTUS” – 7:30pm, 2:30pm on the 17th. SJ College Performance Hall. Play by J.M. Barrie. Tickets: $10/adults, $8/students & seniors. (505) 327-0076 or visit www.tearts.org

FEBRUARY 16
SAN JUAN SYMPHONY PRESENTS, RYAN ANTHONY – 7:30pm, SJ College Henderson Fine Arts Center Performance Hall. Tickets: $32-22/Adults and $12-10/Students & Seniors. The SJ Symphony welcomes back trumpeter Ryan Anthony with a program of beloved Gershwin hits and love songs. With breathtaking virtuosity and touching sentiment, his program stretches from classic Broadway to The Beatles and beyond. Don’t be caught with only one ticket! For more information call (505) 566-3430 or visit www.sanjuansymphony.org

FEBRUARY 22
DOWNTOWN GALLERY NIGHT –A new featured artist each month. Don’t miss this opportunity to speak with our Featured Artist and enjoy unique artwork. Hors d’oeuvres’ are served. Located at the Feat of Clay Gallery, 107 S. Main Avenue in Aztec. Call (505) 334-4335 for more information.

FEBRUARY 22-23
FOUR CORNERS FUR COUNCIL – 8am, McGee Park Multi-Purpose Rooms. Located between Farmington and Bloomfield on Hwy. 64. For more information call (505) 325-5415.

FEBRUARY 23
ARENACROSS – 8am, McGee Park Memorial Coliseum. Located between Farmington and Bloomfield on Hwy. 64. For tickets and information call (505) 325-5415.

FEBRUARY 23
FARMINGTON MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS DISTRICT SCIENCE FAIR – 8:00am-9:00am, Farmington Civic Center. (505) 330-9017 or (505) 599-1145.

FEBRUARY 29
ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELK FOUNDATION BANQUET & AUCTION – 5:30pm- 2:00am at the Farmington Civic Center. (505) 599-1145.

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

MARCH 2
“CAVA” – 7:00pm, SJ College Little Theater. Tickets: $12/adults, $10/students & seniors. Claudia Gonzalez’s voice communicates a strong-willed feminine energy that is simultaneously sultry and maternal. Claudia has reemerged with CAVA, a project that continues the evolution of Latin music in Los Angeles. CAVA creates a jazzy blend of traditional song, cumbia, ska and salsa with a combination of sounds unique to a Mexican-American upbringing. Featured in local L.A. Magazine, Tu Ciudad, Claudia has been tagged as the next up-and-coming artist to look for. (505) 566-3430

MARCH 6
FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS “LITTLE WOMEN” – 7:30pm at the Farmington Civic Center Miriam M. Taylor Theater. Tickets: $17-$33. (505) 599-1148 or 1-877-599-3331.

MARCH 7-9
SAN JUAN COUNTY HOME BUILDERS EXPO – McGee Park Convention Center. Come see all of the builders of San Juan County are to answer all of your questions. For more information call the Home Builders Assoc. of San Juan County at 505-327-2678.

MARCH 7-8 & 14-16
SAN JUAN COLLEGE SPRING MUSICAL “URINETOWN THE MUSICAL” – 7:30pm and at 2:30pm on the 16th. SJ College Performance Hall. Tickets: $10/adults, $8/students & seniors. (505) 566-3430

MARCH 14
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION –300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

MARCH 14-16
FOUR CORNERS HIGH SCHOOL RODEO – 9am, McGee Park Memorial Coliseum, Riding Arena and Outdoor Arena. Over 150 New Mexico High School students compete for top prizes. For more information call (505) 325-5415.

MARCH 22
BLOOMFIELD SPRING EGG-CITEMENT ANNUAL EGG HUNT – Bloomfield, NM. The hunt will be at Salmon Park at 11:30am and is for kids ages 3 years to 5th grade. Bags will be provided for all participants to fill with eggs. For more information call (505) 632-0880.

MARCH 28-30
AZTEC UFO SYMPOSIUM – The mission for the UFO Symposium is to initiate discussions on the UFO – Alien phenomenon and the alleged UFO crash that occurred 12 miles outside of Aztec, NM in Hart Canyon sometime around March 25, 1948 and other UFO and Alien stories that invite investigation. For more information call (505) 334-7658 or visit www.aztecufo.com or www.azteclibrary.com

MARCH 28
DOWNTOWN GALLERY NIGHT –A new featured artist each month. Don’t miss this opportunity to speak with our Featured Artist and enjoy unique artwork. Hors d’oeuvres’ are served. Located at the Feat of Clay Gallery, 107 S. Main Avenue in Aztec. Call (505) 334-4335 for more information.

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

APRIL 4
FOUR CORNERS JAZZ FESTIVAL – 7:00pm, SJ College Performance Hall. Tickets: $12/adults, $10/students & seniors. (505) 566-3430

APRIL 11
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION –300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

APRIL 11-12
TY WAYBOURN MEMORIAL RODEO – 7:00pm, McGee Park Memorial Coliseum. Ty Waybourn was an active high school rodeo participant that was tragically killed by a drunk driver. The memorial rodeo is to remember his life and love for rodeo. For more information call (505) 334-8911 or (505) 325-5415.

APRIL 11-13 & 18-19
THEATER ENSEMBLE ARTS PRESENTS “LOVE, SEX & THE IRS” – 7:30pm, 2:30pm on the 13th. SJ College Little Theater. Play by William VanZandt and Jane Filmore. Tickets: $10/adults, $8/students & seniors. (505) 327-0076 or www.tearts.com

APRIL 12
“SHIDARA” – 7:00pm, SJ College Performance Hall. Tickets: $15/adults, $12/students & seniors. Deep from within the mountains of Japan comes Shidara, a troupe of brilliant young men and women, presenting the art of Taiko drumming like it’s never before been seen! Shidara’s stage resonates in the minds and hearts of the audience long after the last beat is played. (505) 566-3430

APRIL 13
“SHIDARA FAMILY MATINEE” – 2:00pm, SJ College Performance Hall. Tickets: $8/adults, $5/students & seniors. (505) 566-3430

APRIL 16
NM DEPT OF WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS JOB FAIR – 10:00am - 6:00pm, Farmington Civic Center. Contact: Jeannie Melandro at 327-6126.

APRIL 18- JUNE 29
LIVE HORSE RACING AT SUNRAY PARK & CASINO – Located off Hwy. 64, between Farmington & Bloomfield. Race Days are Thursdays – Sundays. Simulcast Horse Racing Year Round. Visit www.sunraygaming.com or call (505) 566-1200.

APRIL 19
5th ANNUAL AFTER TAX SPRING FLING – Wine, DeBest BBQ, and great country and western music. 12-4pm “Double Eagle”, 4-8pm “Midnight Backhand” No cover charge. Wines of the San Juan, located in Blanco off Hwy. 511. Call (505) 632-0879 or visit www.winesofthesanjuan.com

APRIL 19
29th ANNUAL APPLE BLOSSOM CONTEST POW WOW – Sponsored by the United Tribes Club of SJ College. At McGee Park, on Hwy. 64 between Farmington and Bloomfield, NM. (505) 566-3321, (505) 566-3572 or 1-800-448-1240.

APRIL 20
SAN JUAN SYMPHONY PRESENTS INBAL SEGEV – 7:30pm, SJ College Henderson Fine Arts Center Performance Hall. Tickets: $32-22/Adults & $12-10/Students & Seniors. Israeli cellist Inbal Segev comes to the Four Corners with a brimming energy of Haydn and the poignant Yiddish melodies of Schindler’s List. The whole orchestra pulls out all the stops to finish the season with exhilarating Czech and Russian showpieces. For more information call (505) 566-3430 or visit www.sanjuansymphony.org

APRIL 25
FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS “I LOVE A PIANO” by Irving Berlin – 7:30pm, Farmington Civic Center Miriam M. Taylor Theater. Tickets: $17-$33. (505) 599-1148 or 1-877-599-3331.

APRIL 25
SAN JUAN COLLEGE CHOIR CONCERT – 7:30pm, SJ College Performance Hall. Tickets: $6/adults, $4/students & seniors. Call (505) 566-3430

APRIL 25-27
FOUR CORNERS CLASSIC USTRC TEAM ROPING – McGee Park, Hwy. 64, between Farmington and Bloomfield. Over 1,000 team ropers compete in three rounds for horse trailers, saddles and money. For more information call (505) 863-6701 or visit www.ustrc.com

APRIL 26
14th ANNUAL PUEBLO TO PUEBLO RUN – Cortez, CO. 9am, Run from the Heritage Center in Dolores to the Cultural Center in Cortez for the 11 mile and from Four Season Nursery to the Center for the 10K and the Center back for the 2 mile run/walk. Call (970) 565-1151 or visit www.cortezculturalcenter.org

APRIL 26
WALK MS 2008 TARGET WALK – Join the movement with hundreds of thousands of people across the country to create a world free of Multiple Sclerosis and to make a difference by raising essential funds for research and services for people with MS. We walk together to make a powerful statement, and to keep moving toward a cure. You'll move. You'll be moved. Join Walk MS in Farmington. The Walk will take place at River Reach Terrace in Berg Park. Check-in at 8:00 a.m., Walk begins at 9:00 a.m.To register, visit www.nationalmssociety.org/nmx or call 1-800-344-4867, option 2.

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

MAY 1-2
COLORADO CHILDREN’S CHORALE PERFORMANCE – Thursday 4pm-5pm & Friday 9am-10am. Farmington Civic Center located at 200 W. Arrington. For tickets and more information call (505) 599-1148.

MAY 2
SAN JUAN COLLEGE ORCHESTRA CONCERT – 7:30pm, SJ College Little Theatre. Tickets: $6/adults, $4/students & seniors. For more information call (505) 566-3430.

MAY 3
25th ANNUAL SHIPROCK MARATHON & RELAYS – The only Marathon event on the Navajo Nation. The Marathon course is certified through USA Track and Field. Online registration is available online at www.shiprockmarathon.com. 1-800-448-1240

MAY 7-8
FOUR CORNERS OIL & GAS CONFERENCE – McGee Park located on Hwy. 64 between Farmington and Bloomfield. For more information call the Farmington Chamber of Commerce at (505) 325-0279 or 1-888-325-0279.

MAY 8-11
UTE MOUNTAIN MESA VERDE BIRDING FESTIVAL – 6:30am. Tours, lectures, overnights, keynote speakers & dinner, kid tours & vendors. 4 days of birding in the 4 corners area. Condor tour, new this year. Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market, Cortez, CO. (970) 565-1151 or visit www.utemountainmesaverdebirdingfestival.com

MAY 9
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION –300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

MAY 9
SAN JUAN COLLEGE JAZZ CONCERT – 7:30pm, SJ College Performance Hall. Tickets: $6/adults, $4/students & seniors. For more information call (505) 566-3430

MAY 9 – JULY 26
“GATEWAY TO IMAGINATION” – A National Juried Art Competition. The Farmington Museum presents the 11th Annual National Juried Art Show to be held at the Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main. For more information call (505) 599-1174 or visit www.farmingtonmuseum.org

MAY 10
WINE AND ROSES – Bring mom and celebrate Mother’s Day. Food, Wine, Music and Roses, Roses, Roses! 11am - 4pm at San Juan Nurseries. (505) 632-0879.

MAY 11
MOTHER’S DAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST – Sponsored by the Farmington Lion’s Club, located in the Civic Center Exhibit Halls, 7am-11:30am. Treat mom like a queen for the day. Start by treating her to the best pancakes in town. For more information call Pat Montoya at (505) 330-4810.

MAY 16-17
BLOOMFIELD DAYS – Bloomfield, NM. Come and enjoy live entertainment, food, art & crafts vendors, parade, games and more. The duck race will again take place and you can purchase the winning rubber duck for $5.00 and win $500.00. If you or your organization would like to participate, please call (505) 632-0880 for more information.

MAY 16-18
NM STATE SQUARE DANCING CONFERENCE – McGee Park

MAY 23-24
FARMINGTON PBR ENTERPRISE RENT A CAR TOUR – Landon Laubhan Productions, LLC, is proud to bring the PBR (Professional Bull Riders, Inc). Enterprise Rent A Car Tour to FARMINGTON. The "Toughest Sport on Dirt" will ROCK the McGee Park Coliseum by showcasing some of the most promising stars of the PBR. This is the only stop that the Professional Bull Riders will make in Farmington in 2008 and LLPRO is gearing up to provide businesses and fans with 100% action packed family entertainment! Event will start at 8 p.m. in the McGee Park Coliseum both evenings. Tickets go on sale in April. For information contact Holly Leiferman at 580-327-3370 or visit www.llpro.com.

MAY 23-25
RIVERFEST – The rivers are celebrated with a festival of music, fine arts, food, entertainment, a 10K and 5K run and walk, riverside trail walks and river raft rides. Located at River Reach Terrace at the corner of Scott Ave and San Juan Blvd and Animas Park off Browning Parkway in Farmington, NM. (505) 325-5273 or 1-800-448-1240. www.riverreachfoundation.com

MAY 23-25
20th ANNUAL FARMINGTON INVITATIONAL BALLOON FESTIVAL – The hot air balloons launch off the banks at Farmington Lake at 6:30am, Saturday and Sunday. The famous Splash n’ Dash and Hare N’ Hound races occur both days. A shuttle is available to spectators to take from the parking lot down to the balloons, There they can walk through launch sites and see the balloons up close. Call (800) 448-1240 or visit www.farmingtonnm.org

MAY 29 - JUNE 1
AZTEC FIESTA DAYS – Aztec, NM celebrates summer with a downtown parade, live music, dancers, entertainment, games, food, arts and crafts, the Frasier Carnival, a Classic Car show, new car show Expo, juried fine arts, special Aztec speedway races and so much more! It’s family fun throughout the city. It all starts at 10:00am in Minium Park. Call (505) 334-9551 for more information or visit www.aztecchamber.com

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

JUNE 7
XTERRA FOUR CORNERS - Farmington will host New Mexico's first XTERRA America Tour Off Road Triathlon. XTERRA has been recognized as the consummate individual challenge for outdoor adventure athletes, attracting competitors from triathlon, mountain biking trail running and adventure racing. For information and details on registration please visit www.xterraplanet.com, xterrafourcorners.farmingtonnm.org or call 800-448-1240.

JUNE 7
FARMINGTON MUSEUM BENEFIT NAVAJO RUG AUCTION – 4:00pm. Gateway Park & Visitors Center. For more information call (505) 599-1174.

JUNE 7-28
6th ANNUAL SUMMER TERRACE SERIES – Farmington Museum at Gateway Park. Every Saturday until Labor Day the sights and sounds of Farmington culture will be presented on the Terrace along the Animas River. Refreshments available for purchase. So bring the family, a blanket, a picnic dinner and enjoy! For more information and a full schedule, visit www.farmingtonmuseum.org or call (505) 599-1174.

JUNE 13
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION –300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

JUNE 13-15
FOUR CORNERS ARTS & CRAFTS FIESTA – Cortez, CO. Handmade arts and crafts in the City Park during PRCA Rodeo weekend. Lots of fun and entertainment for all of the family. On the 13th from 4pm-7pm, the 14th from 9am-6pm and on the 15th from 10am-4pm. For more information call (970) 565-1151 or visit www.cortezculturalcenter.org

JUNE 16-21
SHEEP IS LIFE CELEBRATION – Tuba City, AZ. The Sheep is Life Celebration honors the central role of sheep in Navajo culture and their daily lives. It brings together people from many cultures who love sheep, wool and weaving. For more information please visit www.navajolifeway.org or call (928) 606-5755 or Ferlin Begay at (928) 729-2037.

JUNE 20 - AUGUST 2
OUTDOOR SUMMER THEATER – Experience local theater at the beautiful natural sandstone amphitheater at Lions Wilderness Park. An optional southwest dinner is served at 6:30pm, prior to each performance. Performances are Thursday – Sunday. This year features a Stephen Sondheim musical “Into the Woods” and a Neil Simon comedy “The Good Doctor.” For tickets and information call 877-599-3331 or visit www.fmtn.org/sandstone

JUNE 20-22
3rd ANNUAL AZTEC BALLOON FESTIVAL & INDIAN MARKET – Up to 20 hot air balloons fill the sky above Aztec. Mass ascension from Minium Park on Friday, Saturday & Sunday mornings between 6:30am-7:30am. On Saturday evening enjoy the balloon nightglow, good food and live music in the park. The Downtown sidewalks and courtyard will be filled with Native American jewelry, arts & crafts, food & entertainment. For more information call (505) 334-9551 or visit www.aztecchamber.com

JUNE 26
DOWNTOWN GALLERY NIGHT –A new featured artist each month. Don’t miss this opportunity to speak with our Featured Artist and enjoy unique artwork. Hors d’oeuvres’ are served. Located at the Feat of Clay Gallery, 107 S. Main Avenue in Aztec. Call (505) 334-4335 for more information.

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

JULY 2-6
22nd ANNUAL FREEDOM DAYS CELEBRATION – The Fourth of July is celebrated with a variety of special events including spectacular fireworks, auction, parade , triathlon and much more. 1-800-448-1240 or visit www.farmingtonnm.org

JULY 5
ANIMAS RIVER BLUES FESTIVAL – Fabulous local and national talent comes together to provide you with great live blues music. Bring a blanket or outdoor chair and enjoy the music under the trees bordering the Animas River. Great atmosphere, music, food & brew and craft vendors will keep you entertained all day. Gates open at noon, live music from 2:00pm – 10:00pm at Riverside Park in Aztec. Visit www.animasriverblues.com or call (505) 334-9551 for more information.

JULY 5-26
6th ANNUAL SUMMER TERRACE SERIES – Farmington Museum at Gateway Park. Every Saturday until Labor Day the sights and sounds of Farmington culture will be presented on the Terrace along the Animas River. Refreshments available for purchase. So bring the family, a blanket, a picnic dinner and enjoy! For more information and a full schedule, visit www.farmingtonmuseum.org or call (505) 599-1174.

JULY 11
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION –300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

JULY 13
SJ ANIMAL LEAGUE RABIES CLINIC – 12:00pm-5:00pm. Farmington Civic Center. Call 325-3366 for more information.

JULY 16-SEPTEMBER 13
HIGH SCHOOL RODEO EXHIBIT at Gateway Museum & Visitors Center. Exhibits from an amazing cowboy museum. For more information call (505) 599-1174.

JULY 17-27
NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL FINALS RODEO – Over 1500 participants from the United States, Canada and Australia will compete for top honors at the ‘Worlds
Largest Rodeo’ held at McGee Park off Hwy. 64, between Farmington and Bloomfield. For more information call (505) 325-5415 or visit www.nhsra.com

JULY 25-27
DESERT SAGE BOWHUNTERS EXPO – Friday 12:00pm-8:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-6:00pm & Sunday 9:00am-3:00pm. Farmington Civic Center. (505) 599-1145.

JULY 25
DOWNTOWN GALLERY NIGHT –A new featured artist each month. Don’t miss this opportunity to speak with our Featured Artist and enjoy unique artwork. Hors d’oeuvres’ are served. Located at the Feat of Clay Gallery, 107 S. Main Avenue in Aztec. Call (505) 334-4335 for more information.

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

AUGUST 1-2
OUTDOOR SUMMER THEATER – Experience local theater at the beautiful natural sandstone amphitheater at Lions Wilderness Park. An optional southwest dinner is served at 6:30pm, prior to each performance. Performances are Thursday – Sunday. This year features a Stephen Sondheim musical “Into the Woods” and a Neil Simon comedy “The Good Doctor.” For tickets and information call 877-599-3331 or visit www.fmtn.org/sandstone

JULY 16-SEPTEMBER 13
HIGH SCHOOL RODEO EXHIBIT at Gateway Museum & Visitors Center. Exhibits from an amazing cowboy museum. For more information call (505) 599-1174.

AUGUST 1-8
CONNIE MACK WORLD SERIES – Some of the best amateur baseball in the country is featured each summer at Rickett’s Park in Farmington. Teams from the U.S.A and Puerto Rico play in front of pro-scouts and college officials. (505) 327-9673 for ticket information. 1-800-448-1240 www.fmtn.org

AUGUST 2-3
15th ANNUAL SAN JUAN BI-FLY TOURNAMENT ON THE SJ RIVER – All proceeds from the tournament are used for the care and nurture of children at Four Corners Home for Children (FCHC), a division of Navajo Ministries. The tournament is strictly catch and release. Professional guides score all catches and release all fish. The guides are volunteers that have a vast working knowledge of the San Juan River. Two flyers per day (Mulligan Fly available). Prizes are awarded. For more information call Navajo Ministries at (505) 325-0255.

AUGUST 2-30
6th ANNUAL SUMMER TERRACE SERIES – Farmington Museum at Gateway Park. Every Saturday until Labor Day, the sights and sounds of Farmington culture will be presented on the Terrace along the Animas River. Refreshments available for purchase. So bring the family, a blanket, and a picnic dinner and enjoy! For more information and a full schedule, visit www.farmingtonmuseum.org or call (505) 599-1174.

AUGUST 11-16
SAN JUAN COUNTY FAIR – The largest county fair in New Mexico, features livestock shows, exhibits, fiddlers contest, a parade, arts & crafts booths and more. The Parade is on the 8th down Main Street. The fair is at McGee Park, on Hwy. 64 between Farmington and Bloomfield. (505) 325-5415 or 1-800-448-1240.

AUGUST 15
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION –300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

AUGUST 22
DOWNTOWN GALLERY NIGHT – A new featured artist each month. Don’t miss this opportunity to speak with our Featured Artist and enjoy unique artwork. Hors d’oeuvres’ are served. Located at the Feat of Clay Gallery, 107 S. Main Avenue in Aztec. Call (505) 334-4335 for more information.

AUGUST 24-25
5th ANNUAL MESA VERDE COUNTRY WINE & ART FESTIVAL – Cortez, CO. Enjoy a wine dinner at Mesa Verde National Park and the wine tasting/sales, food, entertainment & artist exhibition in the Park. Food from area restaurants, music by local musicians & artists, exhibitions and sales. (800) 530-2998 or visit www.mesaverdecountry.com

AUGUST 30-31
TOTAH FESTIVAL INDIAN MARKET & POW WOW – Handmade Native American Arts & Crafts, located in the Civic Center Exhibit Halls, 10am-7pm Saturday and 11am-5pm Sunday. Contest Pow Wow both days starting at 10am. Authentic Navajo Rug Auction on Saturday beginning at 2pm in the Miram M. Taylor Theatre. Free admission for all events. Located at 200 W. Arrington, Farmington. For more information call 1-800-448-1240.

AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 2
SUGAR PINE RANCH RALLY & BIKER MUSIC FESTIVAL – Cortez, CO. visit www.sugarpineranchrally.com

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

JULY 16-SEPTEMBER 13
HIGH SCHOOL RODEO EXHIBIT at Gateway Museum & Visitors Center. Exhibits from an amazing cowboy museum. For more information call (505) 599-1174

AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 2
SUGAR PINE RANCH RALLY & BIKER MUSIC FESTIVAL – Cortez, CO. visit www.sugarpineranchrally.com

SEPTEMBER 6
MOVIE UNDER THE STARS – 7:30pm. Bring your blankets, chairs and enjoy one of Farmington’s cool summer nights with a free movie played under a canopy of stars and city lights at Rickett’s Park, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. Come early for the best seating and bring a picnic basket. For more information call (505) 599-1197.

SEPTEMBER 12
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION –300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

SEPTEMBER 12-14
SJ GUN & KNIFE SHOW – Friday 2pm - 8pm, Saturday 8am - 5pm & Sunday 8am - 2pm. Farmington Civic Center. Call Billy Stalcup at 860-4903 for more information.

SEPTEMBER 12-14
ANTIQUE TRUCK & EQUIPMENT SHOW –This popular event begins Friday at Riverside Park in Aztec. Friday and Saturday hours will be from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday. There will be food, craft vendors and live entertainment! Events on Saturday will run in conjunction with Founders Day events like the parade Downtown Aztec at 10 a.m. and the Founders Day Fishing Derby. Contact Harold Pepin at (505) 333-2599 or sjmntsaths@msn.com for more information. Aztec Chamber of Commerce (505) 334-9551 or visit www.aztecchamber.com.

SEPTEMBER 13
ROTARY AIR SHOW PLUS – The Air Show held at the Four Corners Airport will include displays as well as performances throughout the day. Call Bill Sharer at (505) 325-5055 or visit www.farmingtonairshow.org

SEPTEMBER 13
AZTEC FOUNDERS DAY – Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village located at 125 N. Main Ave, Aztec. Parade and events of the day celebrate the founding pioneers of Aztec. One pioneer family is chosen to be honored on this day. Crafts, home life, and life during the pioneer days is relived in costume and demonstrations. The “High Noon Shoot-Out” is dramatized by the High Noon Drama Club. For more information call (505) 334-9829 or visit www.aztecmuseum.org

SEPTEMBER 19-20
FOUR CORNERS ANTIQUE TRACTOR SHOW – Farmington Gateway Museum & Visitors Center, 3041 E. Main St. Saturday from 8am-7pm and Sunday from 8am-2pm. For more information visit www.farmingtonmuseum.org or call (505) 599-1174.

SEPTEMBER 26
DOWNTOWN GALLERY NIGHT –A new featured artist each month. Don’t miss this opportunity to speak with our Featured Artist and enjoy unique artwork. Hors d’oeuvres’ are served. Located at the Feat of Clay Gallery, 107 S. Main Avenue in Aztec. Call (505) 334-4335 for more information.

SEPTEMBER 27
THE REAL NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM – 7:00pm-9:00pm, Gateway Museum & Visitors Center. For more information call (505) 599-1174 or visit www.farmingtonmuseum.org

SEPTEMBER 27-28
6th ANNUAL WINES OF THE SAN JUAN HARVEST FESTIVAL – Two very fun filled days of live music, art, food, children’s activities and of course your favorite wine from Wines of the San Juan. Fun for the whole family. A celebration of the mighty GRAPE … The Juice of LOVE. $5 cover charge. Located off Hwy. 511 in Blanco, NM. (505) 632-0879 or visit www.winesofthesanjuan.com

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

OCTOBER 2-5
97th ANNUAL NORTHERN NAVAJO NATION SHIPROCK FAIR – Celebration includes a parade, fair, rodeo, arts and crafts, pow wow and traditional song and dance at the Fairgrounds in Shiprock, NM. Call (505) 368-3727, 1-800-448-1240 or visit www.snf-inconline.com

OCTOBER 4
ROAD APPLE RALLY – 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. The ROAD APPLE RALLY JUNIOR also gets kids and new riders in on the excitement. Call (505) 599-1140, 1-800-448-1240 or visit www.roadapplerally.com

OCTOBER 4
“SIEGE THE DAY” TREBUCHET CONTEST – 1-4pm. Gateway Museum, Trebuchets are a type of medieval catapult designed to hurl heavy objects. Find complete rules and an entry form at www.farmingtonmuseum.org For more information call Dave Meyers at (505) 599-1169.

OCTOBER 4
OKTOBERFEST – This fun fall event kicks off with the Southwest’s largest Volkswagen parade. Then it’s on to a day of entertainment, dancing, food, vendors, sidewalk sales and more. There’s even a Bier Garten and it’s all in historic downtown Aztec. Call (505) 334-9551 for more information.

OCTOBER 4
CHILE IN OCTOBER – 11:00am at McGee Park. Local Chile Cook Off and entertainment. For information call the Farmington Chamber of Commerce at 505-325-0279 or 1-888-325-0279.

OCTOBER 10-11
FOUR CORNERS STORYTELLING FESTIVAL – Held at Berg Park and Lions Wilderness Amphitheater. The festival will feature stories of all varieties – scary ghost stories, family stories, folklore and myths. (505) 599-1273 or 1-800-448-1240 or visit www.infoway.org

OCTOBER 10
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION –300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

OCTOBER 10-11
SJ QUILT SHOW EXHIBIT FAIR – Friday 10:00am-7:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm, Farmington Civic Center. Contact: Lori Cosby at 325-4490.

OCTOBER 10-23
FMCA’s ROCKY MOUNTAIN RAMBLE RV RALLY – McGee Park

OCTOBER 18-19
9th ANNUAL FARMINGTON RENAISSANCE FAIRE – Animas Park, 10am-6pm Saturday and 11am-5pm on Sunday. This event, sponsored by the Farmington Museum, is full of artisans, food, magicians, and processionals of nobility. Feast your eyes on intricate juggling, equestrians, and belly dancing as the sweet sound of the dulcimer fills your ears. Sword fighters battle in front of Lords and Ladies while bagpipes play in the background. Admission is FREE! For more information, call (505) 599-1174 or visit www.farmingtonmuseum.org

OCTOBER 24
DOWNTOWN GALLERY NIGHT – Aztec, NM (see January 25). Call (505) 334-4335.

OCTOBER 25
SJ COLLEGE HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL – 1:00pm-6:00pm, Farmington Civic Center. (505) 599-1145.

OCTOBER 31- NOVEMBER 2
FOUR CORNERS POULTRY SHOW – McGee Park

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

OCTOBER 31 - NOVEMBER 2
FOUR CORNERS POULTRY SHOW – McGee Park

NOVEMBER 8
8th ANNUAL FARMINGTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HEALTH FAIR – 9:00am at the Farmington Civic Center. For information call 505-325-0279 or 1-888-325-0279.

NOVEMBER 14
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION –300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

NOVEMBER 28 - DECEMBER 31
9th ANNUAL FANTASY OF LIGHTS HOLIDAY SHOW – Lighted sculptures featuring a winter wonderland of gingerbread children, holiday ice skaters and the Grinch hauling away your gifts. Riverside Park in Aztec, NM, opens at 6:00pm nightly, (505) 334-1111, (505) 334-9551 or 1-888-838-9551. www.aztecfantasyoflights.com

“FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS” – The Oil & Gas Experience in San Juan Basin is in Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. (505) 599-1174.

DECEMBER 3-6
“Festival of Trees” – on display in the exhibit halls with several happenings throughout the event. Raffle tickets will be sold 2 for $1. Through-out the festival there will be a variety of talented musicians performing for your listening pleasure. For more info call (505) 599-1148.

DECEMBER 4
BP AMERICA FARMINGTON CHRISTMAS PARADE – 5:45pm Downtown Main Street. For more information call 505-325-0279 or 1-888-325-0279.

DECEMBER 4-6
IMAGINE THE ENCHANTMENT FESTIVAL/PIONEER CHRISTMAS – The holiday spirit begins on Thursday with a community tree lighting in Minium Park. On Friday, Aztec celebrates a traditional Christmas with a parade, farolitos and of course Santa in the Park. Saturday caps off the fun with a Christmas arts & crafts festival perfect for gift shopping. Call (505) 334-9551 for more information or visit www.aztecchamber.com

DECEMBER 6
SAN JUAN COLLEGE LUMINARIAS – The display illuminates the campus with 50,000 candelit bags called luminarias. This is the largest luminaria display of a non-profit entity in New Mexico. At San Juan College, 4601 College Blvd., (505) 566-3403 or 1-800-448-1240.

DECEMBER 6
SALMON RUINS HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR – Salmon Ruins brings together artisans from throughout the Four Corners to display and sell their wares at McGee Park off Hwy. 64, between Farmington and Bloomfield, NM. (505) 632-2013 or 1-800-448-1240.

DECEMBER 12
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION –300-400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month; sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing begins at 4:00pm and runs until 6:00pm. Auction begins at 7:00pm, Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371, (505) 786-5302, (505) 786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com

DECEMBER 13
RIVERGLO – Berg Park, 6pm-8pm. Luminarias light up the river and the evening sky. Celebrate the holiday season with a stroll along the river’s edge with carolers and bell choirs as well as hot chocolate and food. (505) 326-7602 or 1-800-448-1240.

DECEMBER 20
SANTA IN THE PARK – 4pm-7pm, Salmon Park located at 301 N. 5th St. in Bloomfield, NM. Come visit Santa Clause and tell him what you want for Christmas. Free pictures with Santa and hot cocoa. For more information call (505) 632-0880 or (800) 461-1245.

DECEMBER 23
NAVAJO NATIVITY – From 6pm-8pm. Annual living nativity with native Navajo costumes and live animals. Presented by children at Four Corners Home for Children, 2102 W. Main, Farmington, NM. (505) 325-0255 or 1-800-448-1240.