August 2010
Note: the following are just the events listings in the Roundup.
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Southern New Mexico
Bazaars & Fairs
Something for everyone
For a good cause
Fort Bliss
Club news
Summer Fun for Kids
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Area Attractions
Festival of Lights — The family festival is 6 to 10 p.m. Friday through Sunday, July 30-Aug. 1, at Ysleta ISD Fine Arts Complex Amphitheater, 8455 Alameda, featuring food and craft vendors, games for children, jumping balloons, rock wall, obstacle course and more. The annual performance of “Viva los Niños” is at 8 p.m. Admission is free. Information: 434-9700.
See “On Stage” for details of “Viva los Niños.”
San Ignacio’s Kermes — St. Ignatius Church, 408 S. Park, will celebrate its 105th year, July 30-Aug. 1, with historical exhibits, gorditas, carnival rides, games, music, dancing and more. Mayor John Cook’s new barbecue sauce will be sold benefiting the homeless and parish. Hours are 5 to 11 p.m. Friday, 5 to midnight Saturday and 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday. Raffle tickets available to win $500 cash and grocery store gift certificates. Admission is free. Information: 532-9534.
A mass celebrating Patron Saint Ignatius of Loyola (founder of the Society of Jesus/Jesuits) is noon Saturday, July 31.
The event also features the new exhibit “The Year of the Priest” recognizing 50 years of service by the Servites of Mary and 55 years by the Jesuits, and priests in general.
‘Nuestra Belleza El Paso’ Pageant — The inaugural Spanish-language Latina beauty pageant is 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 31, at The Plaza Theatre, with more than 55 young women from El Paso, Juárez, and Las Cruces competing for the crown. Participants competed in beauty, style and cultural appreciation events, emphasizing on the opportunity for personal development while serving the community. Part of the contestants’ judging points will be based on votes by the public. Tickets: $25, plus service charge (Ticketmaster).
Nuestra Belleza El Paso are part of the preliminaries to the national casting of Nuestra Belleza Latina. Information: BazaarModels@live.com.
Days of Remembrance Summer Fair — The 5th annual Bridal & Quinceañera summer fair 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 1, at Wyndham El Paso Airport, 2027 Airway Blvd. The event features more than 130 area experts in weddings, quinceañeras and special events. Featured are cakes, catering, dresses, flowers, halls, hotels, photography/video, tuxedos and more. Volunteer area celebrities will be featured in a fashion show for evening wear, wedding gowns, quinceañera and debutante ballgowns and tuxedos. Grand prize giveaways offered for both brides and grooms, and quinceañeras. Door prizes throughout the day. Hosted by Elegant Penguin Productions. Admission: $5 (free for children 12 and younger); all proceeds from tickets benefit Child Crisis Center. Information: 592-8897 or eptuxs.com.
Fiesta de San Lorenzo — The 95th annual celebration at San Lorenzo Catholic Church in Clint is Friday through Sunday Aug. 6-8. One of El Paso County’s oldest traditions, the event includes food, games, rides, matachines, loteria, raffle tickets and live music. The event traditionally attracts more than 10,000 people each day. Admission is free to all events. Information: 851-2255.
Tuesday, Aug. 10, is the Feast Day of San Lorenzo. The traditional procession from San Elizario Parish to the church grounds begins around 4 a.m. with the recitation of the rosary, hymns, and Matachines at the church. A Spanish Mass at dawn with matachines and other festivities throughout the day.
To get there, take the Clint exit from I-10 and follow the Mission Trail signs.
Mexican Food World Cookoff — Saturday, Aug. 7, at Wet ‘N’ Wild Waterworld in Anthony, Texas. Information: 886-2222 or wetwild.com. Sponsored by KLAQ, KROD, KISS radio stations and El Paso Restaurant Association.
Area restaurants will compete in the following categories: enchiladas, tacos, fajitas and open meat (any Mexican food dish with choice of steak, chicken, shrimp, pork, seafood, etc.). The event also features the Rock N’ Roll Mariachi competition, where area mariachi compete with their traditional sounds plus one mariachi-style rock song.
Admission (with tax): $21.60; $19.43 ages 4-12, $3.19 toddlers age 1-3 (includes swim diaper), $15.10 for picnic only and senior 65 and older. Babies 11 months and younger free. Advance tickets are $15, available at Howdy’s and area restaurants.
‘Aging to Perfection’ expo — The Rio Grande Area Agency on Aging’s 11th annual senior expo is Wednesday, Aug. 11, at the El Paso Convention Center. Admission is free. Information: 533-0998 or riocog.org.
Big Bend Ranch Rodeo — The annual WCRA rodeo is Friday and Saturday, Aug. 13-14, at the Sul Ross State University Range and Animal Science Arena, Hwy 90 E, in Alpine. Area cowboys compete for cash and prizes in various events. Performances begin at 7 p.m. both days, with the annual rodeo parade at 10 a.m. Saturday in downtown Alpine. Information: (432) 364-2696 or (432) 294-1250.
A Chuckwagon cook-off and feed is 5 p.m. Saturday.
A Big Bend Cowboy Church service is 11 a.m. Sunday in the old Wool and Mohair Building.
‘Let’s Cook, El Paso’ — KTSM, KDBC and Western Wholesale Supply will host the learning event 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at El Paso County Coliseum, featuring classes, demonstrations and wine and food tastings from local and regional chefs. Class sizes limited; age 16 and older admitted. Class packages range from $20-$105, depending on number of classes taken. Admission (no classes): $19; advance tickets at ktsm2.ticketfill.com. Information: 342-5465.
Classes:
• Weekday and Weekend Breakfast with Chef Rudy Valdes of Crave Kitchen & Bar, 10 to 11 a.m.
• Appetizer Class with Jane Steele, 11 a.m. to noon.
• Grilling & Tailgating with Frank Mello , Darrell Plemons, and Colby Griffith of Bull Grills, noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
• Italian Cuisine with Chef Diego Amigo of Coronado Country Club, noon to 1 p.m. and 3 to 4 p.m.
• Asian: Thai Fusion, with Chef/Owner Sai Pituk of Tara Thai Restaurant, 1 to 2 p.m.
• Pastry Class with Chef Charlie Chidiac of International Bakery & Deli, 4 to 5 p.m.
• Healthy & Fast (instructor to be announced), 5 to 6 p.m.
• Wine & Cheese Pairing with Mark Heins, Owner of the Greenery and 2900 Restaurants, top of every hour 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Beer-ology 101 with Adrian Perez, High End Brands Manager of L&F Distributors, top of every hour 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Table Decoration with Amy Leanse of Take Aim Special Events and Decor,10 and 11 a.m. and noon.
• Centerpiece Decoration with Amy Leanse, 2 and 3 p.m.
• Personalization with Amy Leanse, 4 and 5 p.m.
• Cupcake Decoration with Tona Ligorio, of Cakes and Cookies by T. Top of the hour every hour 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Home and Garden Expo — The 11th annual expo is Aug. 27-29 at El Paso Convention Center. Hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. The expo is the only established Home & Garden event in El Paso and is the largest home and lifestyle show in the region, with more than 200 area companies displaying the latest products and services for homeowners. Admission: $5; $3 military/seniors 62 and older; free for ages 18 and younger. Seniors and military admitted free Friday. Information: (361) 882-2071 or expoltd.com.
Special guest is Kelly Edwards, one of the industry’s most popular TV designers currently appearing on several cable shows including co-host and design coordinator on STYLE Network’s “Tacky House,” HGTV’s “Design on a Dime” and AOL Living.
Also features are daily grand prize giveaways, educational seminars from area experts for interior design and décor ideas, home energy saving tips, current tax incentives and more. El Paso County Master Gardeners will provide fall planting tips.
St. Nicholas Greek Festival — The 23rd annual festival of vibrant Greek culture is Aug. 27-29 at the Greek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas, 124 S. Festival. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. Information: 833-0882.
Food is always the star of the show at the Greek Festival, and baklava and a plethora of other pastries such as koulourakia and paximadia will be sold. Lamb will be roasted Greek style on a spit. The famous Greek combination dinner plate will also be available with souvlakia (beef shish kebab) or chicken oreganato, rice pilaf, tyropita (cheese-filled phyllo), spanakopita (spinach-filled phyllo), keftedes (spicy meatballs), dolmathes (stuffed grape leaves), Greek salad and pita bread.
The items can be purchased separately, along with gyros sandwiches and loukanika (Greek sausage on pita bread), kalamari, moussaka (baked eggplant) and pistichio (Greek pasta dish). Pastries include baklava, sweet breads and loukamathes (honey puffs). Greek and American coffee also are sold with other beverages. Wine, beer and sodas will be available.
The Greek Souvenirs store will have several handmade and imported items, and live Greek music and dances are also featured.
El Paso Psychic Fair — The fair is 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 28-29, at the Hawthorn Inn, 1700 Airway (at Boeing). Admission: $5 for both days (private readings not included with admission). Free admission with active duty military I.D. Information: 345-6245 or elpasopsychicfair.com.
The fair features aura photos, tealeaf readings, handmade New Age crystal and gemstone jewelry, spirit writing, Feng Shui products, aromatherapy and readings by 14 professional psychic readers and mediums from across Texas and New Mexico. Readings offered in English and Spanish.
Stateliners Car Club — Anthony Texas’s Stateliners Car Club’s 4th annual fundraising show is 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 28, at the Town of Anthony’s Municipal Park in Anthony, Texas. The show features low riders, low rider bikes, hot rods, trucks, modified classics, muscle cars, bombs and original classics 1987 or older. Proceeds benefit Anthony’s Municipal Park Improvement Project and other local charities.
Spectator admission by donation. Information: 409-7927, 920-9247, (575) 882-3474 or (575) 639-1873.
Entry fee for participants: $25 pre-registration; $30 day of show.
San Luis Rey Fiesta — San Luis Rey Church in Chamberino, N.M. will host its Gran Fiesta noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 29, featuring food and refreshments (gorditas, enchiladas, tripitas, hamburgers, sodas, aguas frescas, snow cones, beer), loteria, dart throw and a softball tournament. Live music provided by Centauro Band as well as folklorico dancers and matachines. Information: (575) 882-2045.
Fiesta is preceded by a mass at 10 a.m.
Fiesta de las Flores — The Hispanic Cultural Center presents the festival Sept. 3-5 at El Paso County Coliseum, 4100 Paisano, with food, vendors, music, dances and more. Tickets on sale Aug. 1. Information: 533-3730 or fiestadelasflores.com.
Headliners include Los Rieleros on Saturday and Los Intocables on Sunday. Military Appreciation Day is Sunday.
Minerpalooza 2010 — UTEP’s 20th annual back-to-school bash and pep rally is 6 p.m. to midnight Friday, Sept. 3, in the center of UTEP’s campus, corner of University and Hawthorne. The family-friendly event features fall sports teams, games, information booths and appearances by UTEP athletes. Live music by Sleepercar, Brown Betty, Radio La Chusma and Pan 8. Extended Kids Zone hours are 6 to 10 p.m. during the event. Admission is free; food and some activities sold separately. Miner game tickets will be sold. Information: 747-5670 or utep.edu/minerpalooza.
Taste of El Paso and KLAQ BBQ — The 25th annual El Paso Restaurant Association event is 2 to 10 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 5, at Western Playland in Sunland Park. The one-day food fest features the area’s finest restaurants in one location, offering samples from their menus for the general public. Tickets: $20 at the gate; advance tickets $15 (available at area 7-11, Fina Pic Quik stores. Age 2 and younger free. Information: 544-8864, (575) 589-3410 or klaq.com.
Concert headliners are Trapt, Since October and Jonathan Tyler and Northern Lights.
This year’s event also features El Paso Mayor John Cook cooking with and selling his Señor John’s barbecue sauce.
Other food presenters are Texas Roadhouse, Ay Cocula, Fuddruckers, Famous Dave’s, Delicious Mexican Express, Price’s Creameries and Tropical Snow.
Southern New Mexico
Zia Weekend at Ruidoso Downs — The annual arts and craft show is 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 31-Aug. 1, at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack, featuring all-New Mexico made artworks, handmade items and live entertainment. Admission is free. Information: (575) 378-4431 or ruidownsracing.com.
Sundays Under the Stars — Inn of the Mountain Gods in Mescalero, N.M. will host free concerts and movies on the lawn Sundays during the summer months. Live entertainment begins at 6 p.m. with movies at sunset. Bring lawn chair or blanket. All children must be accompanied by adult. Information: 1-800-545-9011 or innofthemountaingods.com.
Live entertainment begins at 6 p.m.:
• Aug. 8 — Jace N Lee
• Aug. 22 — The Mixx
Movies begin at sunset:
• Aug. 1 — E.T.
• Aug. 15 — Shrek
• Aug. 29 — Pirates of the Caribbean,
Lincoln County Fair — The annual fair is Aug. 2-7, at the County Fairgrounds in Capitan, N.M. (north of Ruidoso). The fair includes livestock exhibits and sales, pets shows and demonstrations. Information: (575) 648-2311.
National Night Out — The City of Las Cruces will take part in the nationwide event 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, at the Las Cruces Downtown Mall (south end), featuring several activities for the entire family including games, entertainment, giveaways and informational booths. Admission is free. Call for times: (575) 541-2200 or aparker@las-cruces.org.
Old Lincoln Days — The annual celebration of Lincoln’s Wild West heritage is Aug. 6-8 in Lincoln, N.M., a restored Western town famous for the bloody Lincoln County Wars of 1878 and the escape of Billy the Kid after he was sentenced to die by hanging. The town, maintained by the Lincoln State Monument and Lincoln County Heritage Trust, is on U.S. 380 about 30 minutes from Ruidoso. The event features a parade, vendors, foot, a Mountain Man camp, cavalry reenactors and the “Last Escape of Billy the Kid” pageant. Information: (575) 653-4025 or billythekidpageant.org.
The Pageant is presented at 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday.
Pony Express Trail Ride — Lincoln County Sheriff’s Posse hosts its annual commemorative trail ride in conjunction with Old Lincoln Days Aug. 6-8. The ride keeps the Pony Express tradition alive by carrying the U.S. mail on horseback from White Oaks to Lincoln in three days. To participate in the ride or purchase a letter via Pony Express, call (575) 354-8007.
Alto Artists Studio Tour — The artists of the Alto, N.M., area open their studios for the 7th annual free public tour 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 7-8. The self-guided tour features several artists in a variety of media in studios and galleries in Alto, Ruidoso and throughout Lincoln County. Information: Ruidoso Chamber of Commerce, (575) 336-2356 or altoartists.com.
Alto is 5 miles north of Ruidoso on Highway 48. The tour route takes visitors through pine forests onto a mesa with views of Sierra Blanca and the Capitans. A brochure with artists’ names and a map of the studio locations is available at Ruidoso Chamber of Commerce, participating studios and all sponsor locations.
Kids Kindness Day — Souls’ Ministries 8th annual event is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, at Young Park, 1905 E. Nevada, Las Cruces, featuring food, games, live entertainment and more. Admission is free. Information: (575) 496-1359.
Souls Ministries’ outreach and charitable efforts include those living in Juarez’s red light district, as well as prison ministries and other areas in need.
Otero County Fair — The annual fair and rodeo is Aug. 11-14 at the fairgrounds in Alamogordo, N.M. The fairgrounds are off U.S. 54 on the north side of town, across from White Sands Mall. Information: (575) 434-0788.
The Frontier Village offers food booths, carnival rides, games and other entertainment each day.
Music in the Parks — The City of Carrizozo, N.M. presents a potluck and concert featuring soft jazz music by guitar duo Fred Kinnan and Tim Rice 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 15, at McDonald Park, as part of its summer outdoor music events. Soda and chips for sale benefiting Carrizozo Woman’s Club “raise the roof” charity. Admission is free. Information: (575) 648-2757 or carrizozomusic.org.
Run to the Copper Country Car Show – The 19th annual car show is 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at Gough Park in Silver City, N.M. (weather permitting), with vendors, refreshments, raffles, oldies music and a trophy winner parade. Sponsored by The Copper Country Cruizers. Admission is free; registration is $35 per car. Information/registration: (575) 388-3468, (575) 536-2898, dandk@signalpeak.net, jpyoung@wildblue.net or coppercountrycruizers.com.
Registration is 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 20, at Holiday Inn Express, 1103 Superior, with a hot dog burn at 5:30 p.m. and Oldies dance 6 to 8 p.m.
The Cruizers are a family-oriented auto club, and booths and other activities will be available during the show, which is limited to vehicles from 1973 and earlier.
Great American Duck Race — The annual running of the ducks is Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 26-29, in Deming, N.M. Admission is free for spectators, and anyone can be a duck racer for just $5. This year’s theme is “Pirates.” The ducks are provided; don’t bring one. Call for entry forms. Information: (888) 345-1125, (575) 544-0469 or demingduckrace.com.
The Tournament of Ducks Parade is at 10 a.m. Saturday in downtown Deming.
Opening ceremonies and invocation are at noon Saturday at the Deming Elks Lodge, 2799 Chaplin.
Live Duck Races and Water Races are noon to 4 p.m. and 5:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday and noon Sunday at McKinley Duck Downs. Duck Race eliminations and finals are 3 p.m. Sunday.
Other events:
• Duck Royalty Pageants are at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the DPS Auditorium.
• Duck Mart vendors begin at 6 p.m. Thursday at Courthouse Park and run all day Friday through Sunday, with carnival events beginning 4 p.m. Friday and running all day Saturday and Sunday. Live entertainment from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.
• Duck Race Dance is 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, at Hat Creek Saloon. Admission: $5 (free with sponsor t-shirt).
• The Kickoff Breakfast hosted by Elks Lodge 2799 is 7 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Courthouse Park.
• Hot Air Balloon Mass Ascension is 7 a.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Deming Soccer Field.
• Barbecue hosted by First United Methodist Church is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
• Slow Pitch Tournament runs all day Saturday and Sunday at the Hooten Complex.
• The Great American Tortilla Toss is 2 p.m. Saturday, and the Great American Outhouse Race is 5:30 p.m. on Silver Street.
MainStreet SalsaFest — The 2nd annual salsa competition is 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 29, on Main Street, between Las Cruces and Griggs streets in Las Cruces. Businesses, restaurants and home salsa makers, compete for cash prizes and other awards. Tasters may vote for their favorite. Entertainment and dancing provided by Sobradosis del Sabor band with salsa lesson throughout the day and a dance competition at 3 p.m. Also featured are children’s activities, food and drink and vendor booths. Admission is free; tasting wristband for voting is $3. Information: (575) 525-1955 or downtownlascrucespartnership.org.
Downtown Ramble — The City of Las Cruces hosts an evening of music and art 5 to 7 p.m. the first Friday of the month at the Las Cruces Downtown Mall. Information: (575) 523-2950.
Bazaars and fairs
Eastern Star Yard Sale — Las Cruces Chapter #20, Order of the Eastern Star’s annual yard sale is 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, at the Masonic Lodge, 180 E. Boutz in Las Cruces. Proceeds used to sponsor local charities. Information: (575) 521-7936.
Mission Trail Art Market — More than 80 area artisans and craftpersons display their fine arts and crafts during the monthly open-air market 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 15, in the historic Veteran’s Memorial Plaza at the San Elizario Chapel, 1500 Main in San Elizario. Items include pottery, jewelry, painting, sculpture, photography, gourmet treats, seasonal decorations, home accents. Food and drink concessions, entertainment and guided tours of historic San Elizario offered. Admission is free. Information: 594-8424 or missiontrailartmarket.com.
Trash to Treasures Yard Sale — First Christian Church, 1211 Hull Road in Ruidoso, will host a fundraising sale 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21. Admission is free. Information: (575) 258-4250 or ccfrankie@valomet.com.
Lions Club Antique Show — Ruidoso Noon Lions Club hosts its fundraising show Aug. 27-29, at Ruidoso Convention Center, 111 Sierra Blanca Drive in Ruidoso. Hours are 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission: $3 in advance; $4 at the gate. Information: (575) 257-0363 or (575) 973-0732.
Valley Growers’ Association Farmers Market — The association hosts its markets featuring home grown goods and artisan items 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in several locations throughout the city:
• Wednesdays — Corner of Seventh Street and Florence (near Armijo Park)
• Thursdays — Tigua Center parking lot, 500-D Carolina
• Saturdays — Sunrise Center parking lot, 8500 Dyer
• Sundays — Long John Silver’s parking lot, 1104 Yarbrough.
Farmer’s Market at Ardovino’s Desert Crossing — The 8th annual market is 7:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays through mid-October. This “producers only” market features quality farmers, backyard gardeners and artisans such as Cactus Mary’s soap and crafts, Mysterious Horizons Farm herbs and Villa Simplicity handmade spa products. No re-selling permitted. The CoffeeStream will serve breakfast and coffee on the patio until 11 a.m. Information: Luis, (575) 589-0653, ext. 6.
Ardovino’s Desert Crossing is at One Ardovino Drive in Sunland Park, N.M.; from El Paso, take Race Track Drive across the Rio Grande and across McNutt Road (NM 273), continue past the post office and turn left on Ardovino.
Silver City Farmers Market — The market runs 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays in the New Main Street Plaza (intersection of 6th and Bullard). Market continues through the first frost in October. Information: (575) 536-9681 or silvercity.org/dest_farmers_market.shtml.
‘The Garden’ at The Maze — The Maze at La Union, 1101 Hwy 28, in La Union (next to Zin Valle) hosts a farmer’s market featuring five acres of chilies, vegetables, and watermelons through Sept. 22, before the fall opening of The Maze. Five varieties of hot and medium chile featured, as well as tomatoes, sweet corn, squash and more. Twenty percent discount on “U-pick” vegetables. Hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays. Information: 549-1323 or launiomaze.com.
La Union Farmers Market — The market featuring locally-grown produce, arts and craft vendors is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays through October, at the La Union (N.M.) Town Park on Telles. Food and drink concessions also available. La Union is west of NM Hwy 28 about 2 miles north of Canutillo. Information: (915) 412-8005.
Las Cruces Farmers & Crafts Market — Arts, crafts, produce, baked goods and other food items are offered at the market in Las Cruces’ Downtown Mall, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays, featuring approximately 200 area vendors. Information: (575) 541-2288 or lascrucesfarmersmarket.org.
Woodworkers’ Second Saturday — The Woodworkers Club of El Paso hosts a public open house featuring woodworking demonstrations and the sale of handmade wooden items 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at, 3228 Sacramento Ave. Admission is free. Information: 760-6536 or 760-6536.
Something for everyone
B.Y.O.C. (Bring Your Own Cheese) Happening — A night of spoken word, musical and video entertainment is 8 p.m. Friday, July 30, at Forum Arts and Culture, 1500 Texas Ave, with videos by Leon de la Rosa, discussion by Dr. Deb Hoag, poetry by Lawrence Welsh, Donna Snyder, Ray Ramos and Jen Shugert, videoremixing by Rene Lopez and Tipo with DJ Kidmonks. Wine served, “bring-your-own-cheese.” Cost: $5 suggested donation. Information: Jonathan, 613-5237.
Cultural Senior Games 2010 — The Senior Centers District of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department presents its new program for all seniors age 50 and older Friday and Saturday, July 30-31. Senior athletes and artists can compete in several dance genres, solo and choir singing, Poetry and Literature, Arts and Crafts, Music and Spelling Bee. Registration: $5 per event; $40 group fee (8 or more members). Deadline is July 16. Information: 544-0753.
Forms available online at elpasotexas.gov/parks/ or at any Recreation and Senior Citizens Center.
Singles Game Night — Peggy Kligman, inventor of “The Goat Game” will host an evening for singles at 6:30 p.m. Friday, July 30, at Fuddrucker’s Restaurant, 5030 N. Desert. Bar service and dinner menus available. Seating is limited. Cost: $10 (cash only). Information: 239-4224 or goatgame.com.
100th Anniversary of Cub Scouting Lock In - Boy Scouts of America Yucca Council will host the overnight event for families beginning at 8 p.m. Saturday, July 31, at Adventure Zone, Redd Road. The event features exclusive use of Adventure Zone with unlimited non-redemption game play, golf, boats and go-carts until 3 a.m. Participants may bring tents. No admission after 11 p.m. Cost: $19 per person; pre-registration by July 28. No walk-ins accepted. Information: 772-2292 or yuccabsa.org.
‘Calling All Seniors’ Program — The City of El Paso’s Retired and Senior Volunteer is seeking senior volunteers to help other seniors during extreme summer weather conditions. Seniors age 55 and older may receive regular friendly phone calls from other seniors to see how they are doing during the extreme heat of the summer months. Service is free for seniors desiring a class. Those wishing to volunteer or who know a senior in need of this service may call 541-4025 or RSVP@elpasotexas.gov.
Seniors who need a check up call and the volunteer seniors that make the calls are matched based on common interests and background.
Document shredding — Better Business Bureau will host an identity theft and fraud protection event 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 31, at JR Produce, 5111 Fairbanks. Bring up to five bags of paper documents containing personal identifiers to be shredded for free on the spot. Tips and resources for protecting identity both on and offline will be available. Donations welcome. Information: 577-0191.
HEMPformation Session — UTEP Students for Sensible Drug Policy will host an informational session about the chemical properties of cannabis and its uses 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, July 31, at Natural Gas Conference Center (across from the UTEP Library). Admission is free. Information: ssdp.org.
La Buena Vida Tours — La Buena Vida Alpacas Ranch, 1090 Hwy 28 in La Union, hosts free tours 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays and Sundays in July. Visitors may see the animals, the workings of and alpaca ranch, and visit The Studio to see items made of wool. Information: (575) 589-4323 or labuenavidaalpacas.com.
Introduction to lace knitting classes are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and socks knitting class is 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays, Aug. 14-28. Pre-registration required; space is limited. Cost: $40 per class, plus materials.
‘The Great Dinosaur Deception-Exposed’ – Sun Valley Baptist Church, 9901 McCombs, hosts an evening with guest Dr. Thomas Kindell, founder and president of Reason For Faith Ministries 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 1. The non-profit ministry is dedicated to equipping Christian believers to “give every man an answer” for their Biblical faith. Information: 755-7232.
Rio Grande Adelante Inc. — The organization dedicated to serving all gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and supportive people in the tri-state, binational border area, hosts several events each month. Participation is free, unless listed otherwise. Information: 929-9282 or rgadelante.org.
• A Queer Bowling League is forming with five to six five-member teams. League play begins in August. Call for information/league fee.
• The “City of Night” Book Club meets the first Monday of each month (Aug. 2). Call for location.
• A Turkey Creek Canyon Backpacking Trip is Aug. 28-29, co-hosted by El Paso Ridgewalkers. Trip includes a nine-mile moderate hike in the Gila National Forest. Call to RSVP.
• A workshop “10 Smart Things Gay Men Can Do To Improve Their Lives” is 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, through Sept. 23, at MCC of El Paso, 216 S. Ochoa. This intimate workshop is for gay men to take positive steps in identifying and overcoming self-defeating behaviors and is based on a popular book by Joe Kort. Call to register.
The organization hosts “Queer Cinema” the 7 to 9 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at Fellini Film Cafe, 220 Cincinnati. Screening is free with $7 food purchase.
Dynamic Women2Women networking luncheons — The Women’s Business Border Center of the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts an informational series to provide small business owners with a forum to network, discuss business challenges, and celebrate successes at 11:30 a.m. the first Thursday of each month. Everyone is invited. Admission: $25; includes lunch and materials. Information/RSVP: 566-4066, Ext. 31, or hispanicwomenscenter.com.
The Aug. 5 luncheon is at Maria Chuchena, 5860 N. Mesa, Suite 133-135, with Latinitas board member and Grace Advertising owner Gracie Cain.
Back-to-School Style Show — Community Solutions of El Paso will host a style show and brunch 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, at Woman’s Club of El Paso, 1401 N. Mesa. The style show will feature models from among the many children of prisoners served by Community Solutions. Brunch will be served and attendees will have the opportunity to view newest fashions for back-to-school wear, provided by Macy’s. Also featured is live entertainment and a drawing. All proceeds benefit Community Solutions’ Connections Programs for at-risk children and youth. Tickets: $25. Tickets/information: 861-7733.
Bassett Place — 6101 Gateway West. Information: 772-7479 or bassettplacemall.com.
• The Salvation Army of El Paso County’s Back To School Drive is Aug. 7-10. Donations of school supplies as well as monetary donations welcome. The items are shared with other agencies such as Boys and Girls Club.
• The mall’s summer arts and crafts show is Friday through Sunday, Aug. 13-15.
• El Paso Scale Model Society’s annual summer model show is Saturday, Aug. 14, in the Kohl’s corridor.
• Texas’s Tax Free weekend is Aug. 20-22, with extended mall hours 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.
• KSII-FM’s “Stuff The Bus” back to school collection campaign is 7 to 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 21.
• The Airplane Remote Control Model Society will have their large scale model planes in front of Bassett’s Café Plaza 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21.
• A Musical Casting Call with Wise Latina Entertainment is 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 22, benefiting CISD. Chosen performers will open for Little Joe y La Familia and other top Latino bands. Stage set-up and make-ready room available; musicians must provide their own instruments.
Mexican Revolution Centennial — The City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs department, along with several other area groups is hosting several free events throughout 2010 in honor of the 100th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, including lectures, exhibits, educational and artistic events and more. Information: 541-4481 elpasoartsandculture.com.
“Up Against The Wall: Posters of Social Protest” exhibit runs through Aug. 7 at the Stanlee and Gerald Rubin Center for the Visual Arts at UTEP. The invitational exhibition features a group of international graphic designers who use posters to engage important contemporary and social issues. Also featured is “Solidarity and Struggle: The Politics of Graphic Design in Mexico during and after the Revolution” in the center’s Project Space. Information: 747-6151 or rubincenter.utep.edu.
Neighborhood Summit — Neighborhood Coalition of El Paso and City of El Paso Community and Human Development Neighborhood Services Division will host the 6th annual citywide neighborhood conference 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, at Ysleta Independent School District’s Administration and Cultural Arts Center, 9600 Sims, with educational workshops, network building among neighborhood associations and more. More than 25 city and community information vendors will be present. Admission is free. Information: 541-4377 or 541-4721.
Smeltertown-Buenavista Reunion — The historic neighborhoods will host their 26th reunion 8 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Aug. 7, at El Maida Shrine Temple, 6331 Alabama, featuring dinner and dancing to Little Mike and The Blue Kings. Tickets: $17 in advance; $20 at the door. Information: 760-6414 or smeltertown—buenavista@yahoo.com. Web: smeltertown-buenavistareunion.com.
The annual four-man scramble golf tournament begins with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Friday, Aug. 6, at Ascarate Golf Course, 6900 Delta. Prizes given to 1st through 6th places. Open to the public. Cost: $50 per player, plus cart and green fees.
The annual kermess is Sunday, Aug. 8; call for details.
Latinitas — The non-profit group for the empowerment of Latina youth offers regular media-related workshops, exhibits, camps and more. Information: 239.5051, or latinitasmagazine.org.
• An Alliance of Latinitas orientation is 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 9, at Latinitas Headquarters, 1359 Lomaland, Suite 502. Pre-registration required: call 239.5051 or latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com.
• Saturday Camp for grades 4-8 — 1 to 3 p.m. the second Saturday of each month (Aug. 14) at Judge Marquez Public Library, 610 N. Yarbrough.
• Teen girls interested in writing for TeenLatinitas.com meet 3 to 4 p.m. Saturday the second Saturday of each month (Aug. 14) at Judge Marquez Library.
Hispanic chamber of commerce workshops — El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 2401 E. Missouri, host several informational sessions and workshops each month. All sessions at the chamber offices unless listed otherwise. Information: 566-4066 or ephcc.org.
• Let’s Talk About Money — 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 11, for small business and expanding business owners. Onsite prequalifying provided. Admission is free.
• Women in the Battle: Women in the Federal Contracting Arena — The workshop geared towards women in the forefront of the business world is 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25, with guest speaker Colleen Burns of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Admission is free.
• Let’s Start a Business — A workshop on starting a business is 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 31 (in English) and Aug. 27 (in Spanish). Cost: $10.
The chamber’s “Business Xpress” free informational event is 7:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 20, at University Medical Center, 4815 Alameda.
Junior Leadership El Paso – Participants are sought through Aug. 13 for the program for area high school juniors, based on The Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce’s successful adult program. Leadership El Paso, Class XXV has tailored Junior Leadership El Paso for high school juniors who receive a hands-on education about El Paso’s issues, history, challenges and opportunities. Participants tour the region and meet face-to-face with some of the area’s top movers and shakers in business, government, the arts, health care, education, the military and economic development. Participation is free. Information: 534-0526 or elpaso.org.
Two students from each high school in the El Paso County will be selected through a competitive process. The program has expanded to include private and parochial school students.
Community Solutions mentor orientation — Community Solutions of El Paso will hold mentor orientation and training 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, for those interested in volunteering to serve as an individual or team mentor. Lunch provided. Call for location. Information: 861-7733 or solutionsforelpaso.org.
Community Solutions provides services to children having parents who are incarcerated. Through individual and team mentoring, counseling and casework assistance these children are provided the support and encouragement needed to help them reach their highest potential.
‘Back to School Makeover’ Essay Contest — TeenLatinitas.com digital magazine by and for Latinas is taking essay submissions from high school-aged girls through Aug. 16 for its Back to School essay contest. Essays should be 450-750 words in length. Submissions may be send to latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, posted online at MyLatinitas.com. Information: 239-5051 or latinitasmagazine.org.
Girls describe why they are proud of their Latina culture; winning essayist will win a free professional hairstyle, make-up consultation and photo shoot. The top winners will be featured in Latinitas Magazine.
Sales Tax Holiday — Most clothes and shoes prices under $100 can be purchased tax-free Friday through Sunday, Aug. 20-22, during Texas’ annual Sales Tax Holiday. Most clothing and footwear priced under $100 are exempt from sales taxes. Customers may purchase as many tax-exempt items as they wish. Information: 1-800-252-5555.
Back to School Expo — The annual tax-free weekend expo is Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 21-22, Cielo Vista Mall, featuring several vendors catering to students of all ages. Admission is free. Information: 544-9550 or klaq.com.
‘Neighborhood Watch: A Projection Walk’ — El Paso Neighborhood Watch Collective’s 4th annual one-night event is 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at Munday Park, 1299 Yandell (at Upson). Participants will be able to follow the path of artwork marked by Neighborhood Watch guides and meet the artists who make up El Paso’s Neighborhood Watch Collective. Admission is free. Information: 407-8038 or nhwproject.info.
Neighborhood Watch was initiated by Chelsea Goodwin in Tampa, Fla. and was inspired by the “Lights on Tampa” exhibition in Florida. A group of art students from the University of Florida came together and began discussing the possibility of mixing classic American drive-in theatre, some grass roots organization, and the kind spirit that is naturally shared as neighbors. In 2008, Jaime Carrejo recruited students and professional artists to join in the effort. The project was coordinated between El Paso and Florida, with the ultimate goal of the project was that every time an artist relocated they could initiate the project in the city where they were based. The project was to spread to multiple cities across the United States and internationally.
Cities participating in this year’s Projection walk include El Paso, Austin, Seattle and Tampa in the United States, Thimphu, Bhutan, Melbourne, Australia and Oslo, Norway.
Economic Empowerment Summit — El Paso Branch NAACP hosts its annual community event 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 28, at the Workforce Solutions Reemployment Center in Bassett Mall (between Kohl’s and Costco). Speakers include representatives from Fort Bliss, FirstLight Federal Credit Union, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and more who will provide participants with job tools, online federal resumes, and business start-up and growth strategies. Admission is free. Information: 751-6490 or naacpelpaso.org.
‘Keep On Dancing’ cancer seminar — Rio Grande Cancer Foundation hosts the education seminar for cancer survivors, patients and caregivers Saturday, Aug. 28, at El Paso Marriot, 1600 Airway. Cancer survivors can connect with other survivors and take part in presentations and panel discussions. Guest speaker is singer-songwriter Karen Taylor Good. Information/registration: 562-7660 or rgcf.org/KOD.
Wu Style Tai Chi — Center For Internal Arts, Energy Arts host 10 two-hour sessions for the Tai Chi Short Form 9 to 11 a.m. beginning Saturday, Aug. 28, at Hyashi’s Martial Arts Academy, 4780 Doniphan. Learn the 16-movement form, including authentic Tai Chi body mechanics and internal energy work. Cost: $220. Information: 584-4730 or centerforinternalarts.com.
Back-to-school immunizations — The City of El Paso Department of Public Health offers back-to-school immunizations for school-age children, including the vaccines students must have under new state requirements to take effect Aug. 1. Cost: $10 for one vaccine; $20 total if two or more vaccines are provided during the same visit. Information/appointments: 771-5822.
Vaccines are provided by appointment or on a walk-in basis at the program’s five health centers: Henderson, 721 S. Mesa; Northeast, 5587 Transmountain; Tigua, 7862 San Jose; Ysleta, 110 Candelaria; and Westside, 5195 Mace. Hours are 7 to 11:15 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Tuesdays through Friday with alternating Saturdays.
The new requirements affect students entering kindergarten and seventh grade. A full list of school immunization requirements is available at dshs.state.tx.us/immunize/docs/school/6-14eng.pdf.
Mecca Lounge Monthly Wine Social — Ardovino’s Desert Crossing in Sunland Park hosts the social at 7 p.m. the last Wednesday of each month (July 28, Aug. 25). Sample a selection of fine wines and light hors d’oeuvres. Cost is $15. Information, reservations: (575) 589-0653 ext 3.
STARS Volunteer Advocate Training — The Rape Crisis Center seeks volunteers age 18 and older for its next training session 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays, Sept.4-25, at the STARS Office, 710 N. Campbell, for anyone wishing to become a victim’s advocate. Registration is free. Applications available at the STARS office. Information: 533-7700 or stars-elpaso.org.
The comprehensive 40-hour training course, certified by the Texas Attorney General’s Office, teaches volunteers to assist STARS (Sexual Trauma & Assault Response Services) staff in providing hospital outreach crisis intervention services to victims of sexual assault.
Rolling Thunder POW/MIA Awareness Motorcycle Ride - The 3rd annual ride from Alamogordo to Cloudcroft and Tularosa and back is Saturday, Sept. 11. Departure sites are 10 a.m. at Barnett Harley Davidson in El Paso and Alamogordo Cycle Center in Alamogordo and 11 a.m. at Barnett Harley Davidson in Las Cruces. Registration begins one hour prior to departure time at each site. Ride ends for all three sites at the Elks Lodge in Las Cruces. Cost is $10 single/$15 double. Information: Dusty, (915) 590-2161, Gary (915) 799-7691 or rollingthundernm1.org.
Honor Flight of Southern NM volunteers – The group will take their third group of World War II Veterans to Washington, D.C. to see the World War II Memorial Oct. 7-8. None of these American heroes, many of whom are at or near 90, have ever had the opportunity to see “their” memorial before.
Volunteers needed to accompany and assist the veterans on the upcoming trip, and must cover their own travel and accommodation expenses of $850 or be sponsored to travel as guardians. Volunteers with medical expertise are especially needed. Information: Dolores Archuleta, (575) 642-0140 or Pamela Creek, (202) 368-1080.
Applications/donation forms available online at honorflightnm.com.
Mind Body Studio — 910 E. Redd Road (at Westwind). Hot Yoga, Power and Vinyasa Yoga and Pilates classes offered seven days a week. Information: 585-6362 or mindbodystudio.com.
Zumba classes are 9 a.m. Mondays and Saturdays, 7:40 p.m. Wednesdays, 5:15 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. and 7:40 p.m. Thursdays. Zumba is a dance fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance movements,
Prenatal Yoga Classes taught by a certified instructor now are offered at 5 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. Register by phone.
New Iron Yoga sculpting classes are 10 a.m. Fridays.For a good cause
‘Battle of the Badges’ Blood Drive — The 2nd annual community blood drive is Friday through Sunday, July 30-Aug. 1, at Cielo Vista Mall. Local firemen and policemen will be there helping to recruit blood donors and donating themselves, and competing for votes. Donors also get a chance to win a 2010 Hyundai Accent. Information: 544-5422.
Volunteer blood donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health.
Autism Society bowling event — Autism Society of El Paso will host a fundraising bowling event 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 31, at Bowl El Paso, 11144 Pellicano. RSVP by July 29; no walk-ins accepted. Cost: $1 per person; includes one game, adult shoe rental, two slices of pizza and drink. All bowlers must wear tennis shoes or bowling shoes. Information/RSVP: 772-9100 or swasa@sbcglobal.net.
Fan Drive for the Elderly — El Pasoans are urged to donate new fans for use by the elderly or disabled through the summer months for the annual Extreme Weather Summer Fan Drive. Fans may be dropped off at any El Paso fire station, police regional command center or Sheriff’s Office substation. Aged or disable people in need of a fan may call 546-2239 or 533-0998.
Dial 211 for the El Paso Extreme Weather Task Force emergency line.
Fashion Palooza — Boys and Girls Clubs of El Paso will host the gala fundraiser 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 1, at The Garden Restaurant and Bar, 511 Western, in Union Plaza, featuring a runway “back-to-school” fashion show, cash bar, hors d’oeuvres and live music by Chicago blues band Morry and the Sochat Special 20s. Tickets: $50 in advance; $65 at the door; available online at BGCEPOnlinePurchase. Information: Crystal Mireles, 532-7410.
The show features models from the Boys and Girls Club of El Paso and other local youth organization kids modeling the latest fashions from JCPenneys.
El Minya Fashion Show and Luncheon — El Minya Court #46’s 3rd annual fundraiser fashion show and luncheon is 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at Shrine Auditorium 6331 Alabama. Fashions featured from Macy’s and Dress Barn as well as designs by Sara Macias. Silent auction and prize drawings also featured. Admission: $30. Information: 204-9965 or elminyacourt.com.
El Paso NAACP Awards Banquet — The El Paso Branch of the NAACP hosts its annual Freedom Fund banquet 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at Wyndham El Paso Airport, 2027 Airway. The association will present awards to noteworthy El Pasoans. Tickets: $50. Information: 751-6490 or naacpelpaso.org.
The El Paso Branch is the oldest NAACP branch in Texas.
Lobsterfest — Spencer Theater for Performing Arts, Airport Hwy 220 in Alto, N.M. (about 12 miles north of downtown Ruidoso), will host an all-you-can-eat lobster bake fundraiser at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, featuring fresh New England lobsters, potatoes and corn-on-the-cob and continuous music. Dress is casual Tickets: $100. Information: (575) 336-4800,(888) 818-7872 or spencertheater.com.
EPSO Anniversary Gala — The Grammy-nominated Eroica Trio performs for the El Paso Symphony Orchestra’s 80th anniversary celebration Saturday, Aug. 28, at the El Paso Museum of Art. Cocktails are 6:30 p.m. with dinner at 7:30 p.m. and the Eroica Trio at 8:30 p.m. Formal attire. RSVP by Aug. 21. Tickets: $125 ($250 couples; $1,250 table for 10). Information: 532-3776.
The Eroica Trio has won the prestigious Naumburg Award, resulting in a highly successful Lincoln Center debut and has since toured the United States, Europe, and Asia. The trio also has released eight critically lauded recordings with multiple nominations.
Summer Blood Drive — United Blood Services will host a blood donor campaign through Aug. 28. All participating donors giving blood through this date at mobile drives and UBS sites in El Paso and Las Cruces will be automatically entered into a drawing for a 2010 Hyundai Accent from Hyundai of El Paso. Information: LuAnn Wieland, 544-5422, ext. 164 or unitedbloodservices.org.
Eight finalists will be drawn Wednesday, Sept. 1. at the UBS offices, 424 S. Mesa Hills, to receive a key. Finalists will be at Hyundai of El Paso on Saturday, Sept. 4. to try their key to win the car.
Western Gala — The dinner-dance benefit for the 81st annual El Paso Ford Dealers Southwestern International PRCA Rodeo is 6:30 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Aug. 28, at Sunland Park Race Track and Casino’s Signature Ballroom. Cocktails served at 6:30 with prime rib dinner at 7:30 p.m. and dancing to Clay Mac Band 8 p.m. to midnight. Silent auction and giveaways also featured Tickets: $75 ($600 table for 8). Information: 525-8464 or elprodeo.com.
The rodeo runs Sept. 23-26 at Cohen Stadium.
Salvation Army volunteers — The Salvation Army’s Homeless Family Shelter, 4300 E. Paisano (east of County Coliseum), is seeking help for the more than 120 individuals now seeking shelter at facility. Items needed include diapers (all sizes), shampoo, tooth paste, pre-packaged food, bath towels, soap, tooth brushes, hair brushes/combs, sheets and linens, deodorant, feminine products, toilet paper. Monetary donations also welcome. Information: 544-9811.
School Supply Drive — Latinitas Magazine is taking school supply donations to benefit low-income girls enrolled in their after-school programs. Backpacks, binders, paper, notebooks, scissors, markers, pens, gluesticks and other basic school supplies are being collected at the Latinitas headquarters, 1359 Lomaland, Suite 502. Latinitas is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Latina youth to build confidence through creative expression. Information: 239-5051 or latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. Web: LatinitasMagazine.org.
El Paso Humane Society — Regular adoption hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, at 4991 Fred Wilson. All pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped, licensed and vaccinated. Adoption fees: $100 (additional $10 for pets four months age or older for city rabies certificate). Information: 532-6971 or hselpaso.org.
Kiwanis American flag campaign — Kiwanis Clubs of El Paso is working with other area non-profits to fly American flags in front of any business or home in the El Paso during Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day and other national holidays. A 3’ x 5’ flag will be placed on a ten-foot pole in front of homes or businesses for annual donation to the cause of $25-$100. Corporate sponsorships available beginning at $1,000 (25 flags). Information: 833-2269.
The Kiwanis’ goal is to make El Paso the nation’s “most patriotic city” by having flags in front of all area businesses and residences during patriotic holidays.
Klothes Lime — The nonprofit resale store at 1805 Montana seeks men’s and women’s clothes items for sale or trade. Proceeds from merchandise sales support local bands, nonprofit organizations, artists and artisans. Information/store hours: Angela Sustaita, 256-5942 or klotheslime@gmail.com.
Fort Bliss
Anyone entering Fort Bliss must obtain a gate pass. Driver’s license, car insurance and registration required.
Gate hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for Jeb Stuart entrance and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekends for Sheridan Gate. Cassidy Gate permanently closed.
Dinner on a Dime — Financial Readiness Program at Army Community Service hosts the monthly class that helps families make pasta, sauces, appetizers, desserts and more on a shoestring budget 10 a.m. to noon the first Tuesday of he month (Aug. 3), at ACS, Bldg. 2494 on Ricker Road. The class is free, but pre-registration is required. Information/registration: 569-5365, 568-1132 or aisha.ruhland@us.army.mil.
Free child care will be provided for children registered with Child, Youth and School Services. Information: 568-1132.
Survivor Outreach Services — The support group for survivors of fallen soldiers meets 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17, at Building 2494 Ricker Road on post (Army Community Service Building). Information: 568-1132 or blissmwr.com.sos.
For Bliss Community Garden — Fort Bliss MWR provides the Fort Bliss community with space for a community garden. Fifty raised beds and planting medium are available at the Old Fort Bliss Museum for interested gardeners. Garden guidelines and agreements will soon be available online at blissmwr.com/oldfortbliss or stop by the Old Fort Bliss Museum to sign up now. Participants may work on their garden at any time, and equipment is available for borrowing at Old Fort Bliss Replica Museum during normal hours of operation. Information: Wanda Kienzle, 588-8482 or Elizabeth Maline 568-6078.
Free museum access for military — El Paso Museum of Art, One Art Festival Plaza, offers free Museum access, including ticketed exhibitions, for all active military personnel and their families through Sept. 6, as part of the National Endowment for the Arts “Blue Star Museums” pilot program. Current Military ID is required. The museum of Art is one of 330 museums from 45 states nationwide that made this commitment. Current Military ID is required. Active military personnel and their families should visit the Museum Store to receive their free pass stickers to ticketed exhibitions. No tickets are required to view the Museum’s permanent collections. Information: 532-1707 or elpasoartmuseum.org.
Soldier sponsor training — Those interested in becoming a mentor for inbound soldiers and their families may attend monthly training sessions at 6 a.m. the last Thursday of the month at the Army Community Service ballroom on Fort Bliss. Mentor are needed to show new soldiers around help them get acquainted with the post. Additional trainings can be requested by individual units. Information: Joe Hess, 568-1132 or joseph.hess1@us.army.mil.
‘Attire for Hire’ business suit drive — The Employment Readiness Program, in collaboration with Workforce Solutions Upper Rio Grande, seeks nearly-new business suits to help military family members gain employment. Being taken are pant and skirt suits for women and business coats and suits for men or other professional business attire. Shirts and ties for men also accepted. Items can be dropped off at Army Community Service (Employment Readiness Program), Bldg. 2494, Ricker Road on Fort Bliss. Information: Ted Rivera, 569-5873.
Blissful Stitchers — The group of quilters who also enjoy knitting, crotcheting, cross stitching and other needle arts meets 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Thursday at 218 Sheridan Road on Fort Bliss. Information: 219-8825.
Fort Bliss Rod & Gun Club — Rifle and pistol shooting competitions are held almost every weekend at the Fort Bliss Rod & Gun Club — visitors can watch for free, food available at the clubhouse snack bar. To get there: Take Railroad Drive to Deer; turn right. Information: 568-2983.
Old Fort Bliss — Building 5051, corner of Pershing and Pleasanton Roads, Fort Bliss. The Old West days of the “Soldiers of the Pass” are relived through replicas of the original adobe fort buildings and military artifacts, Magoffinsville Post 1854 to 1868. Admission: free. Hours: Daily 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Information: 568-3137.
Club news
El Paso Scale Model Society — The society will host its monthly meeting at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 1, in the St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 7000 Edgemere. Formed in 1969, it is a chartered chapter of the International Plastic Model Society, U.S. Branch. Information: 598-6957.
The Society will host a show at Bassett Place Mall, Saturday, Aug. 14.
Singles in the Son - The group develops friendships between Christian singles from 25 to 45 years old. All denominations are welcome and there are no costs for membership. Bible study starting soon. Information: Andy, 471-1997 or SinglesInTheSon@yahoo.com.
• Sunday, Aug. 1 — Music Under the Stars
• Friday, Aug. 6 – Plaza Classic Film Festival
• Saturday, Aug. 14 – Dinner and pool
• Saturday, Aug. 21 – Dinner and Diablos
• Saturday, Aug. 28 – St. Nicholas Greek Festival.
Germania Club — The Germania Club of El Paso’s monthly luncheon meeting is 11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 6, at the German Community Center (Soldatenstube), Robert E. Lee Road, Building 5095, Fort Bliss. Newcomers welcome. Information: 595-1108 or 755-5471.
Macintosh Users Group — The El Paso Macintosh Users Group is open to anyone interested in Apple Macintosh computers. The group’s monthly meeting and demonstration is 9:30 a.m. to noon the first Saturday of the month at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church basement, 1000 Montana (enter in alley). The Aug. 7 meeting program is “How to Set Up a Simple Web Site” with Rocky Melendez. Admission is free for visitors. Information: 566-2201, 564-5906 or epmug.org.
Project Linus — The charitable group which has donated thousands blankets and quilts to seriously ill and/or traumatized children of the El Paso area meets 9:30 to 11 a.m. the first Saturday of each month (Aug. 7), at University Presbyterian Church, 244 Resler. Knitters, crocheters, quilters sewers and non-sewers welcome. Newcomers are welcome, and current blanketeers may bring a friend. Donations of yarn, cloth and other supplies as well as monetary donations welcome. Information: Annette Wooters, 474-2845, twoothers@elp.rr.com or elpasoprojectlinus.webs.com.
Blanket are being made to the following organizations: Las Palmas Medical Center, Del Sol Medical Center, Providence Memorial Hospital, Sierra Medical Center, Sierra-Providence East, Rainbow Room, El Paso Center Against Family Violence and El Paso Police Department.
El Paso Northeast Quilters Guild — Regular monthly meetings are 7 to 9 p.m. the second Thursday of the month, at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 8001 Magnetic (at Titanic). The Aug. 12 program is “State Quilts.” The non-profit organization promotes quilting among interested persons, and brings the beginner, experienced, younger and older quilters together for various events and projects. Information: 751-2132 (leave message).
Military Officers Association of America — The El Paso Chapter of MOAA, an organization for active and retired Officers of all services and surviving spouses, hosts its membership meeting and luncheon at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, at the Great American Land and Cattle Company, 9800 Gateway North. Speaker is Col. Michael Kuhn of German Air Force Command. Social hour begins at 11 a.m. followed by luncheon and speaker. Cost: $20. Send reservations (by Aug. 11) to the Secretary at MOAA; PO Box 6144, Fort Bliss, Texas, 79906-0144, Information: 533-5111.
Paso del Norte Quilt Guild — The guild’s monthly meeting is 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, at University Presbyterian Church, 224 N. Resler. A workshop on Stacked Stain Glass 9 Patch follows the meeting. Anyone interested in quilting is welcome, no experience needed. Information: Sharon Geddes, 581-0432.
STEP Ministry — The Singles Ministry (Singles Together Experiencing Purpose) at Exciting Immanuel Baptist Church, 1201 Hawkins, offers events for adults who have never been married, formerly married, widowed or single parents with children. Cost varies depending on event. Information: Tom Walker, 449-6909 or tomw@spotlightepnews.com. Web: myimmanuelchurch.com.
A Field trip to El Paso Zoo is Saturday, Aug. 14. Car pool departs from the church at 10 a.m. Zoo admission: $6-$10.
El Paso Quilters’ Association — The association will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 2155 Wedgewood. Anyone interested in quilting is invited to attend. Admission is free. Information: 592-4655 or 851-3145.
Military Order of the World Wars — The El Paso Chapter the Military Order of the World Wars will hold its monthly meeting at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at the Centennial Club at Biggs Field Air Force Base to launch its 2010-2011 meeting schedule. Everyone is invited. Information: 755-4038.
The Military Order of the World Wars will hold its 2010 National Convention in El Paso Aug. 3-8, at the Airport Wyndham Hotel, 2027 Airway. Representatives from more than 100 Chapters around the United States will attend. Information: 755-4038.
Discover El Paso — The nonprofit group, founded in 1973, is dedicated to promoting things to do and see in and around El Paso.
The monthly luncheon is noon Tuesday, Aug. 24, at Doubletree Hotel, 600 N. El Paso Street. Reservations required. Cost: $20. Information/reservations: 584-3126 or 584-3858.
The annual Awards/Grants luncheon is Tuesday, Sept. 28, at Holiday Inn Airport, 6655 Gateway West.
UTEP Woman’s Auxiliary — The auxiliary will host its Membership Coffee 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 28, at the home of Drs. Dean and Christine Smith, 5900 Quinta Real. Anyone interested in joining the auxiliary is welcome to meet the members and enjoy coffee, tea and goodies. Information: Marilyn Munden, 433-9227.
L’Alliance Française d’El Paso — The group promotes French culture and offers francophiles the opportunity to use the French language in a variety of activities. Information: 585-1789, 845-6535 or afofelpaso.com.
The Fall 2010 French classes for children and adults sessions begin the week of Sept. 20, for both beginners and adults. Ten-week adult classes held on both the East and West Side, and children’s classes on the West Side. Information: Christine, 566-8042 or Maud, 833-8705.
Amateur Radio Clubs — Two amateur/Ham radio clubs meet monthly in El Paso:
• Sun City Amateur Radio Club (ARC) — Business meetings for this Ham Radio club are 7 p.m. the first Friday of the month, with “program nights” 7 p.m. the third Friday of the month at 3709 Wickham. Information: 585-8132, k5wph.org or kd6cub@sbcglobal.net.
• El Paso Amateur Radio Club — Meetings are 8 p.m. the second and fourth Friday of the month at 2100 San Diego. Information: w5es.org or k5trw@elp.rr.com.
Individuals interested in earning a Ham Radio license may contact either club. Morse Code is no longer required for operators.
Bridge leagues — Duplicate bridge events are hosted every day except Saturday, at Decker Bridge Center, Unit 159, 2216 East Yandell. Duplicate bridge events are hosted everyday except Thursday and Saturday. Admission: $5. Information: 544-6565 or elpasobridge.com. Managers: Peggy Craig, 581-0371 or Steve Nordberg, 833-5915.
El Paso County 4H Horse Club — The club meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month at Texas A&M Research Center, 1380 A&M Circle, for youth age 5 to 19. Although the club is called the horse club they participate in all aspects of the 4-H experience including (but not limited to) sewing, cooking, entomology, consumer decision making, public speaking, leadership, record keeping, photography and many animal based projects. Annual enrollment: $2. Information: 525-9858 or elp.tamu.edu/4h/.
International Coin Club — El Paso’s only coin club meets at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the first Monday of the month at Travelodge-La Hacienda, 6400 Montana. Meetings include educational presentations and an auction of materials submitted by members. Visitors always welcome, and admission free for first-time visitors. Information: 533-6001 or 526-3180.
Parents of Multiples Club — The club’s new El Paso Chapter meets 6:30 to 8 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 5005 Love Road. Parents of twins, triplets or more are invited to join this support, education and research non-profit organization. Meetings are free to attend. Club membership is $20 a year. Free childcare provided during meeting. Information: 760-6955 or nomotc.org.
Scrabble Club — The informal, casual club meets at 11:30 a.m. Fridays, at JB’s Cafe, 5801 N. Mesa, to eat and play Scrabbles. Players of all levels welcome, no charge to play; lunch on one’s own. Information: 479-3999.
The Southwest Classic Car Club — The club meets at 7 p.m. the third Friday of each month at the NE Regional Command, 9600 Dyer. Members own, restore, and drive stock American and foreign vehicles 25 years old or older. They also host monthly tours and events and encourage members to drive their classic cars. Information: Frank Burton at fburton1@elp.rr.com or swclassic.org.
Yarn Addicts — The crochet guild meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month at Royal Estates, 435 S. Mesa Hills Drive. Meetings include speakers, stitch of the month lessons, free yarn to create items for charitable organizations. Lessons may be arranged. Knitters welcome. Annual dues: $12 (first meeting free). Information: 584-2243 ( 820-2125 in Spanish).
Area attractions
Western Playland — The amusement park is at 1249 Futurity Dr. in Sunland Park, N.M. (next to the racetrack). Take Sunland Park Exit 13 from I-10. Tickets: $15.95, plus tax (pay one price); $5 non-rider admission; free non-rider passes for ages 2 and younger and age 60 and older, includes train and sky ride admission. Individual ride tickets are $2. Information: (575) 589-3410 or westernplayland.com.
Summer hours are 3 to 9 p.m. Sundays, 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and 3 to 10 p.m. Saturdays.
The 25th annual “Taste of El Paso” KLAQ BBQ is Sunday, Sept. 5, featuring live music by Trapt, Since October and Jonathan Tyler and Northern Lights. Gates open at 2 p.m. Tickets: $15 in advance; $20 at the gate. Advance tickets at all area 7-11 Fina stores in El Paso and Pic Quiks in Las Cruces.
Wet ‘N’ Wild Waterworld — The water park is at 8804 S. Desert, Anthony, Texas (I-10 at Exit 0). Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Information: 886-2222 or wetwild.com.
The water park is open daily through Aug. 22, then weekends only through Sept. 6.
Carnival Familiar begins at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, with Celso Pino, Michael Pelayo y Su Tuba Nortena, Cumbia Sobre El Rio and Cumbia Arenosa. Also featured is a Mexican Food Cook-Off, Battle of the Rock N Roll Mariachi Bands and Mexican hat dance competition. Tickets: $15 in advance; available at Wet N Wild or any Western Beverage location.
Indian Cliffs Ranch — The working cattle ranch in Fabens offers a children’s zoo, buffalo, longhorns, deer, rattlesnake pit, movie sets and the Fort Apache playground. It’s also home to the famous Cattleman’s Steakhouse. Information: (915) 544-3200 or cattlemanssteakhouse.com.
San Elizario Historic District — The district at 1500 Main Street in San Elizario on the Mission Trail features four art galleries, seven artists studio/galleries, three gift shops, the Historic San Elizario Chapel, the Portales Museum and the Veteran’s Museum. Most locations open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Information: 851-0041, 594-8424 or SanElizarioHistoricDistrict.com.
Self-guided walking tours and guided tour of the 17 historical sites district also offered, including the Chapel, Old El Paso County Jail (where Billy the Kid broke out a friend in 1876), the old Grist Mill, the Lafayette barracks and more. Free guides available at all galleries and museum.
Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino — The copper-domed casino offers slot machines, and video-machine versions of poker, keno and other games. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Lounge is open, with live entertainment and dancing, until 2 a.m. weekends. Simulcast racing begins at 10 a.m. everyday. General admission and parking are free. Information: (575) 874-5200.
To get there, take the Sunland Park exit from I-10, go south (left turn coming from Downtown) and follow the signs.
Tigua Indian Cultural Center — 305 Yaya Road, at Socorro Road east of the Ysleta Mission. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. The center features a museum on the Tigua tribe, including its relationship to the Tiwas of northern New Mexico. Admission is free. Information: 859-7700 or ysletadelsur.org.
Native American Dances are performed 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. every weekend.
Fresh Indian bread is on sale at the center, and family-operated gift shops, feature jewelry, pottery and other crafts.
Wyler Aerial Tramway — Texas’ only publicly accessible mountain tramway gives passengers a view of 7,000 square miles, two countries and three states (Texas, New Mexico and Chihuahua) from Ranger Peak, elevation 5,632 feet. Cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children 12 years and under. Tickets sales stop one hour before closing. Summer hours are noon to 9 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday; and noon to 6 p.m. Monday and Thursday. The tram is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Information: 566-6622.
Wyler Aerial Tramway State Park is managed by Texas Parks & Wildlife and is also part of Franklin Mountains State Park. To get there: Take Alabama to McKinley and turn toward the mountain.
Winter days (Labor Day to Memorial Day) and hours of operation are noon to 6 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Sundays, and noon to 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and holidays.
Mount Cristo Rey — The four-story-tall statue of Christ on the cross tops the mountain, 4,576 feet above sea level, in Sunland Park, N.M., near the junction of Mexico, Texas and New Mexico. Built in 1938-40 by sculptor Urbici Soler, the monument is accessible off McNutt Road (Highway 273) in Sunland Park — take the Racetrack exit off Paisano and cross the Rio Grande.
Because of safety concerns, people are advised to hike only in groups. The best time to hike is when volunteers are working on trail maintenance, usually 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays. For information on Saturday hiking times, call 252-9840.
La Viña Winery — New Mexico’s oldest winery is just across the state line from El Paso, at 4201 S. NM Highway 28, one mile north of Vinton Road. Information: (575) 882-7632 or lavinawinery.com.
The tasting room and patio are open for sales and tasting of wines from 12 to 5 p.m. Thursday through Tuesday (closed Wednesdays). Tasting fee is $5. A daily tour is offered at 11:30 a.m. by appointment only; the $10 fee includes tasting.
“Music On the Patio” with “Live by Request” is 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. on selected Saturdays and Sundays through September. (see music listing for schedule).
Zin Valle Vineyards — 7315 Hwy 28 in Canutillo (3/4 mile north of FM 259). Free tastings are noon to 5 p.m. Friday through Monday. Information: 877-4544 or zinvalle.com.
Free Music Sundays are 1 to 4 p.m. on selected Sundays.
El Paso Zoo - 4001 E. Paisano. The zoo displays more than 700 animals, including endangered thick-billed parrots, jaguars, golden lion tamarins and more. Hours are 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9-5 Saturday and Sunday.
Admission: $4 for ages 12-61; $2 for ages 3-12, and $3 for age 62 and older; free for ages 2 and under and El Paso Zoological Society members. Information: 532-8156 or 521-1850.Magoffin Home State Historic Site - 1120 Magoffin. Built in 1875 by pioneer El Pasoan Joseph Magoffin, the Magoffin Home exemplifies the Territorial style of the period, combining Southwestern building techniques and Eastern design. To get there: Magoffin Street, in Downtown El Paso, runs one way going east from San Antonio Street. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Tours given through 4 p.m. Cost: $3; $2 for students and seniors; 6 and under are free. Information: 533-5147.
El Paso Missions - Three historic churches lie within eight miles of each other in El Paso County's Mission Valley.
· Mission Ysleta - Spanish and Tigua Indian refugees from northern New Mexico founded the community in the 1680s. The first mission was built in 1692, and rebuilt completely in both the 18th and 19th centuries. The current structure was built in 1851. It's near Zaragoza and Alameda.
· Mission Socorro - The first adobe structure in Socorro was built in 1692, and like Mission Ysleta, was destroyed by floods in later centuries. The current structure dates back to 1843. It's off Socorro Road two miles southeast of Ysleta.
· San Elizario Chapel - Established in 1789 as a Spanish presidio to protect the Camino Real, San Elizario was the first county seat of El Paso. The church was built in 1877, replacing one built about 25 years earlier. It's on the San Elizario plaza, off Socorro Road 5.5 miles southeast of Socorro Mission. Nearby is the famous jail which Billy the Kid reportedly broke into to rescue a friend.
Information: 534-0677.Self-Guided Historic Downtown Walking Tour - Brochures are available for walking tours of historical sites in downtown El Paso amd Juárez. Information: Convention and Visitors Bureau, 534-0600.
Hart's Mill - Pioneer Simeon Hart built a flour mill in 1849 where Don Juan de Oñate crossed the Rio Grande in 1598. The mill is gone, but the home has been preserved as La Hacienda Restaurant, 1720 W. Paisano. Next door is Old Fort Bliss, 1881-1893 home of the post. 533-1919.
Concordia Cemetery - A historic cemetery that now lies in the shadow of El Paso's principal freeway interchange, Concordia is the final home of gunfighters John Wesley Hardin, John Selman and others. The former town "Boothill" can be reached by taking the Copia exit from Interstate 10. To find out about tours or other information, call the Concordia Heritage Association at 755-0000.
Franklin Mountains State Park - The largest urban park in Texas extends north from the heart of El Paso to the New Mexico state line. The highest point is North Mount Franklin, 7,192 feet above sea level. Park rangers give guided hikes on the first and third weekends of the month, beginning at the Tom Mays Unit entrance and last 2-3 hours. Information: 566-6441.
Entry fees are $3 per person, free for age 12 and under (with family). Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, until 8 p.m. Thursday-Sunday during summer. The park also offers mountain biking, camping and picnicking.Hueco Tanks State Historic Site - The park is famed for its unique geology and Native American rock art. Unguided access is limited to North Mountain. Rock art tours, hiking tours, and bouldering tours are available Wednesday-Sunday mornings. Reservations recommended: (915) 849-6684.
Admission fee is $4, special rates for seniors; free for children 12 and under. Hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Information: 857-1135. To get there: Take Montana Avenue (U.S. Highway 62-180) all the way into the Hueco Mountains, then turn left on Ranch Road 2775. It's about 32 miles from downtown El Paso.Guadalupe Mountains National Park - 110 miles east of El Paso on the way to Carlsbad, the 86,416-acre park includes the highest point in Texas: Guadalupe Peak, 8,749 feet. One of the best examples of a Permian Period fossil reef, the national park offers camping and more than 80 miles of trails. Park headquarters is at Pine Springs, off of U.S. 62-180. McKittrick Canyon Visitor Center, 7 miles east of Pine Springs, offers nature, canyon and geology trails. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free entry. Information: (915) 828-3251.
So. New Mexico day trips
White Sands National Monument - The glistening gypsum dunes are a year-round attraction, offering eerie vistas, relaxing hikes and a wonderful natural playground for kids of all ages. The monument is about 15 miles southwest of Alamogordo, N.M., on U.S. 70.
Ranger-guided Sunset Stroll Nature Walks are offered an hour before sunset.
Lake Lucero tours are offered on the last weekend of each month. Participants drive their own vehicles 17 miles then hike 3/4 mile to the source of the white sands. Advance reservations (beginning two weeks before tour) are required.
Hours: Visitor Center, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Dunes Drive, 7 a.m. to sunset.; expanded hours in summer. Summer events include full moon night programs. Entry fee: $3 for adults. Information: (505) 479-6124 or www.nps.gov/whsa.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park - The caverns open at 8 a.m. daily, and the last elevator down leaves at 3:30 p.m. Visitors can also walk to the main caverns through the natural entrance - last walk-in is 2 p.m. (hours extended 1 1/2 hours in summer). Cost is $6 ($3 for ages 6-15, for seniors with discount card).
Additional tours offered; call for fees and reservations. Information: (505) 785-2232 or www.nps.gov/cave.
The park is 160 miles east of El Paso.Aguirre Spring Campground - The Organ Mountain recreational area, run by the federal Bureau of Land Management, is off U.S. 70 about 15 miles east of Las Cruces. Fifty-five family camping and picnic sites, plus two group areas. Day use fee is $3 per vehicle. The Baylor Pass (hiking and horseback riding) and Pine Tree (hiking) trails begin at the campground.
Information: (505) 525-4300.
Alameda Park Zoo - Alameda Park, North White Sands Blvd. (U.S. 54/70), Alamogordo. The zoo is part of the park that lines Alamogordo's main highway. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission is $2.20 adults, $1.10 children and seniors. Information: (505) 439-4290.
City of Rocks State Park - Between Deming and Silver City, four miles east of U.S. 180 off NM 61, is the peculiar formation known as City of Rocks. Erosion has sculpted the "city" out of volcanic material, creating a natural playground for rock climbers. Admission is $3. Information: (505) 536-2800.
Dripping Springs Natural Area - The recreational area is at the base of the Organ Mountains at the end of Dripping Springs Road (eastern extension of University Avenue), about 10 miles east of Las Cruces. The area includes the A.B. Cox Visitor Center, several hiking trails, and La Cueva Picnic Area. The area's entrance gate is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m; the visitor center is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is $3 per vehicle. No pets allowed (except for assistance animals). Information: (505) 522-1219.
Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park - Carlsbad, N.M. Living Desert offers visitors an up-close at the mammals, reptiles and birds that inhabit the Chihuahuan Desert. Admission: $3 ($1 ages 7-12, free for 6 and under). Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last entry at 3:30 p.m.) Information: (505) 887-5516.Old Mesilla - The largest town between San Diego and San Antonio before the railroad passed it by in 1881, Mesilla has retained its appearance and character as a 19th-century center of the Southwest. The town plaza was the site of the official celebration in 1854 of the Gadsden Purchase. Mesilla also served as a stagecoach stop on the Butterfield Trail.
Many of the adobe buildings, some dating back to 1850, have been restored. Dozens of shops and galleries, scenic San Albino Church, the Fountain Theatre and historic restaurants await visitors.Stahmann Farms - The world's largest family-owned pecan orchard offers free tasting tours at 2 p.m. Wednesdays through August at Stahmann's Country Store, 22505 Hwy 28 South, La Mesa, N.M. (six miles south of Mesilla). Allow one hour for tour; advance reservations for groups of 8 or more.
The tour is in the heart of Stahmann's 4,000 acres, and includes the shelling and candy plants.
Sample various sauces and condiments off the grill at Saturday culinary samplings, 1-3 p.m. Saturdays through August.Fort Selden State Monument - Fort Selden, 13 miles north of Las Cruces, was a 19th-century adobe fort. The monument preserves the remaining ruins, and has a visitors center with exhibits of military life at the post. From Las Cruces, take I-25 North to Exit 19. Admission is $3 (age 16 and under free). Information: (505) 526-8911.
Juárez, Mexico
Juárez Chamizal Park - Gardens contain replicas of several of the most famous sites in Mexico, Uxmal, Chichen Itza, Teotihuacan.
Juárez City Market -Avenida de Septiembre near downtown Juárez.
Plaza Monumental - Pan American Highway. The 4th largest bull ring in the world. 585-8965 or (011-52-16) 131656 or 131182.
Mission Guadalupe - In downtown Juárez, next to the cathedral. Founded 1659. Oldest building in the Southwest.
Juarez events
All phone numbers listed are in Juaréz.
Centro Internacional de Comercio y Convenciones — Calle Henry Dunant, Anillo Envolvente, Zona Pronaf (across from the Red Cross).
The 24th annual Gastronomica is Friday and Saturday, July 30-31, beginning at 2 p.m. The family event features the top restaurants in the city, plus musical performances. Call for admission price: 2076870/71.
Museo del Chamizal — Chamizal Park, Juárez (next to the Bridge of the Americas). The museum features an exhibit of pre-Columbian artifacts, as well as paintings and sculptures from well-known local and international artists. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Admission is free except as listed. Information: 611-1048.
• The monthly Arte en el Parque is 4 to 10 p.m. on the last Saturday of the month. The event includes live music, food, arts and crafts, and activities for children. Admission is 40 pesos (30 children). Information: 611-2390 or arteenelparque.com.
The July 31 theme is “Jazz & Tango,” with headline acts Paté de Fuá and Guillermo Caballero.
The Aug. 28 theme is “Bohemia en el Parque,” with love songs performed by various artists.
• 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6: exhibit of paintings by Brendaliza Fierro, owner of Galeria Cuadros y Arte.
• 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 13: exhibit by sculptor Israel Gomez.
• 7:30 p.m. Fridays: Cultural evenings with poets, actors, lecturers and singers. Bring your own wine; coffee and pastries available for purchase. Free admission.
Terraza Jardin Carta Blanca — Av. Reforma (at Sanders, across from Comision Federal de Electricidad). Conjunto Primavera, Lorenzo de Monteclaro and Los Cadetes de Linares perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 31. Advance tickets are 100 pesos.
Total Fitness Gym — Centro Comercio Misiones next to Sanborns, Blvd Teofilo Borunda. The gym and Radio Viva present Convivencia Juvenal 2010 beginning at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14. Admission is 80 pesos, includes use of all gym facilities. Information: (1) 800284 (cel).
Centro Cultural Paso del Norte — Av. Henry Durant, Zona Pronaf, across from the Red Cross. Information: 1730300 or ccpn.com.mx.
The play “Los Alacranes” will be presented at 6:30 and 9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 24, featuring actors Humberto Zurita, Manuel Ojeda, Salvador Pineda, Rodrigo Vidal and Lorena Herrera. Tickets sold at donboleton.com. Information: 6134444.
Indios Soccer — The Mexican pro soccer team Indios de Juarez host their home games at Estadio Benito Juárez, Av. Heroico Colegio Militar and Panama. Information: 6181824 or clubindios.com.
‘Por Amor al Arte’ — The radio show, covering all aspects of the arts in Juárez, airs 3 to 5 p.m. Sundays on 860 AM. The show includes music, interviews, reviews of events, recommendations of books and movies, conducted by Hogla Lizet Olivas. Information: 806Noticias.com.mx.
— Juárez correspondent Walter Schaefer
2 022988 (cobracollectionag@hotmail.com)
Summer Fun for Kids
Summer Archaeology Day Camp — El Paso Museum of Archaeology, 4301 Transmountain Road in Northeast El Paso (west of U.S. 54), hosts its 2010 youth summer camps for grades 1-7 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays through Fridays, through Aug. 13. Hands-on teach about the science of archaeology, its tools, and the prehistory of the Americas. A field trip to Hueco Tanks State Historic Site is held Friday. Cost: $70 ($55 museum members). Space is limited, registration taken on a first come, first serve basis. Information/registration: 755-4332 or guidamr@elpasotexas.gov. Final camp for grades 4-7 is Aug. 10-13.
Diabetes summer camp — Lions Clubs of El Paso is sponsoring a free summer camp for children ages 8-15 with Type 1 diabetes Aug. 1-7 at Texas Lions Camp in Kerrville. Activities include swimming, fishing, canoeing, archery, pedal boating, sports, theatre, horseback riding, arts and crafts, camping and more. Transportation to and from the camp provided by the El Paso Lions Clubs. Information: Patsy Achim, 274-3999. Applications available online at lionscamp.com.
1 Smart Noodle Science Camp — The education toy store, 5380 N. Mesa, will host a science camp for ages 6 to 12 9 to 10:15 a.m. Monday through Friday, Aug. 2-6, with safe age-appropriate scientific experiments including a build-your-own robot. Cost: $50. Information: 253-2383 or 1SmartNoodle.com.
Gymnastic Elite camps — Gymnastic Elite, will host several summer camps for youth in July and August at both its East (12115 Rojas) and West (6910 N. Mesa) locations. Times and dates same for both locations. Discount for early sign up on selected camps. Information: 581-3476 (West), 590-9056 (East) or elpasoelite.com.
• Fun-lympics — 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 2-6, for age 5 and older. Cost: $110.
• Gymnastics Camps — 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 2-6, for age 5 and older. Cost: $110.
• Cheer Camps — 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 16-21, for ages 6 and older. Cost: $110.
• Princess or Super Hero Camp —8 a.m. to noon Aug. 2-6, for ages 3 to 5. Cost: $75 per camp.
Lynx Summer Camps — Lynx Exhibits, 300 W San Antonio host its week-long summer camps with hands-on activities, games, take-home craft projects and more through Aug. 13. Each camp, geared to ages 6-12, runs Monday through Friday. Morning (9 a.m. to noon) and afternoon (1 to 4 p.m.) sessions available. Admission: $100 per camp. Multiple child discounts available. Information: 533-4330 or info@lynxexhibits.com. Register online at lynxexhibits.com.
• “Rainbow Room,” (colorful, light-filled arts and crafts). Mornings, Aug. 2-6 and afternoons Aug. 9-13.
• “Going Buggy” (insects). Mornings Aug. 9-13.
• “Under The Sea” (ocean themes) afternoons Aug. 2-6.
History Summer Day Camp — El Paso Museum of History, 510 N. Santa Fe, offers summer camps for ages 6 to 12. All camps are 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays through Fridays. Cost per camp: $80 ($64 museum members). Registration on a first come, first serve basis, space limited to 15 students per camp. Information: Sue Taylor, 351-3588 or taylorsl@elpasotexas.gov.
“Night in a Real Museum Camp” is Aug. 3-6 for age 9-12. Learn to marbleize paper, work with leather, create a time capsule, find what’s under city streets and become a historical character. The last day of camp will be a museum sleepover meeting museum ghosts.
Summer Movie Clubhouse — Cinemark El Paso, 7440 Remcon Circle, and Tinseltown, 11885 Gateway West, hosts the 26th annual summerlong movie series for kids during the summer months. The “Clubhouse” presents recent G and PG favorites. All shows begin at 10 a.m. Admission: $1 at the door or $5 for 10 movies. Information: 587-5100, 590-6464 or cinemark.com.
All shows Tuesdays at both locations, plus Wednesdays at Cinemark West:
• Aug. 3-4 — Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (PG)
• Aug. 10-11 — Alvin & The Chipmunks: The Squeakquell (PG)
Summer Tennis Camps — Information: Greater El Paso Tennis Association, 532-5524 or gepta@sbcglobal.net.
• USTA Jr. Team Tennis – Kids’ teams play singles, doubles and mixed doubles against other teams within a league. Deadline to join a team is Aug. 6. Information: Manny Barrera, 422-7968; Jesus Lujan, 820-2489 or Robert Tapia, 820-6227.
• Tennis West Tennis Camp — Final two-week session rung Tuesday through Friday through Aug. 13. Deadline is Aug. 2. Information: 581-5471.
• El Paso Tennis Club Summer Tennis — Camps run through Aug. 19. Deadline to sign up is Aug. 16. Information: 240-1935.
Club Rec — The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department’s 2010 Summer Camp runs Monday through Friday through Aug. 6 for ages 6-12. Each two-week camp provides recreational activities such as sports, arts and crafts, field trips, dance classes and table games. Each recreation center offers its own activities. Camp sites include participating Parks and Recreation facilities, school Cost is $40 per week, per child ($80 two-week session). Scholarships available for families that meet HUD guidelines. Registration available at all city recreation centers. Information: Veronica Myers, 544-0753.
New this year is a mentoring program for ages 13-16. Cost: $20 per child per week.
Ballet Technique Workshop — El Paso Conservatory of Dance, 4400 N. Mesa, will host a two-day Ballet Technique Workshop, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 7-8, with guest instructors Cecchetti Method of ballet training. The program includes daily 2-hour classes for dancers in levels I-II, III-IV and Intermediate/Advanced. Private lessons and coaching sessions available upon request. Cost: $75 per student. Information/registration: Cynthia Gamez, 422-3338.
‘Fossils, Rocks and Geology for families’ — El Paso Museum of Archaeology presents the workshop and field trip “Fossils, Rocks and Geology for families” 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 8 for ages 9-12, at Franklin Mountain State Park, hosted by William Seigler. Parents must be available to drive for the trip. Registration: $5 per child and one parent/guardian. Additional parents/guardians: $5 per person. Class size is limited, and registration taken on a first come, first serve basis. Park entry fee: $1 per person; free fir ages 12 and younger. Information/registration: 755-4332 or guidamr@elpasotexas.gov.
Families learn to identify and find fossils, rocks and interesting local geology. This workshop supplements, but can be taken separately from, the museum’s archaeology summer day camp which focuses on the ancient people of the El Paso/Juárez area.
Park entrance is on the west side of Transmountain Road, off I-10.
Community golf classes — PGA professional Mike Smith offers several spring golf classes for 2010 at Ascarate Golf Course, 6900 Delta. Information: 329-0384.
UTEP P3 Courses:
Registration at 747-5142.
• All Ages Golf Classes — 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 12-26 for juniors and adults. Deadline is Aug. 12. Cost: $75.
• Junior Golf Classes — 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays Aug. 14-28, for ages 7-17. Deadline is Aug. 13. Cost: $69.
EPCC Courses:
Registration at 831-2089 (junior), 831-4029 (adult) or epcc.edu.
• Junior Golf Classes — 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Aug. 7-28 for ages 7-17. Deadline is Aug. 6. Cost: $59.
• Adult Golf Classes — 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays Aug. 10-31, for all skill levels. Deadline is Aug. 9. Cost: $89.
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