March 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
Juarez events
Area Attractions

Juntos Art and Literature Festival — Juntos Art Association will host the art and literature festival March 11-13, bringing artists, writers, and more to the high schools to meet the students and present their work in the various fields of art and literature. A speaker series is planned 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the El Paso Public Library Main Branch, with art and literature booths, a mercado and Mexican art exhibit. Admission to all events is free. Information: 543-5412 or 203-2309.
  Saturday’s participating presenters include movie and television filmmaker Jesus Treviño of Los Angeles, Dr. David Carrasco, Chair of the Anthropology Department at Harvard, and Dr. Tomas Ibarra-Frauto of the Smithsonian Institution and Dr. Enrique Cortazar of Mexican Consulate. Also featured is an artist panel with Barbara Carrasco, Carlos Callejo, Tina Fuentes, Gabriel Gaytan and Maria Almeida Natividad, as well as a writers panel with Ben Saenz, Sergio Troncoso and Donna Snyder. Opening dedication is by Rosa Guerrero, and Sun Dancers and book singing close the program at 5:30 p.m.
Related events:
• A screening of Jesus Treviño’s documentary “Visions of Aztlan” about the founding artists of the Chicano movement is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday a the UTEP Union Theatre.
• Dr. Tomas Ybarra-Frausto will give the lecture “Transnational Imaginaries” at 9:30 a.m. Friday in the UTEP’s Rubin Gallery Auditorium.
• A Chicano/a Art Exhibition and Reception is 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at El Paso Community College’s Administrative Service Center Building A, 9050 Viscount.
  Juntos Art Association is a non-profit arts organization in El Paso that is comprised of professional artists, educators, librarians, lawyers and other professionals.

Diocesan Festival — Catholic Schools of El Paso hosts its annual festival noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 13, at St. Joseph’s School, 1300 Lamar. The event features food, games, entertainment and more. Admission is free. Information: 872-8400 ext. 126

Aztec New Year celebration — Performance artist Michael Herald of Los Angeles will bring his indigenous instruments, music, and storytelling to open for a “Fiesta de Año Nuevo Azteca: Un paso a la nueva era” 2012 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 14, at Mercado Mayapan, 2101 Myrtle. The group Danza Aztec Omekoatl will also present ceremonial dancing followed by a special dialogue panel on 2012 covering the astronomical, spiritual, and cultural implications of the much talked about “doomsday” in the Mayan/Aztec Calendar. Admission is free. Information: 532-6200.

Autorama Fest — The 4th annual super custom car, truck and off road showdown, along with the Super Towners Show-off is 1 to 11 p.m. Saturday, March 20, in the Cielo Vista Mall westside parking lot. Best of Show Award is $250. Tickets: $8 (free for ages 10 and younger); available in advance at all O’Reilly Auto Parts locations in the area. Information: 499-1032 or epss@elpasostreetscene.com.
  Classes include hot rods/classics, trucks, lowriders, luxury, mini trucks, bikes and other special awards.
  Awards offered in various tuner classes including special awards for Best Lighting Display, Vehicle Display, Team Participation.

El Paso Psychic Fair — The fair is 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 20-21, 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, handmade new age crystal and gemstone jewelry, new vendors, spirit writing, Feng Shui products, aromatherapy and readings by 14 professional psychic readers and mediums from all across Texas and New Mexico. Readings offered in English and Spanish.

Franklin Mountain Poppies Preservation Celebration — The 4th annual free family fun day is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 20, at El Paso Museum of Archaeology, 4301 Transmountain in Northeast El Paso (west of U.S. 54). Admission is free. Free parking available starting at 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Cohen Stadium with handicap-accessible shuttle service available. Information: 755-4332, chihuahuandesert.org or iloveparks.com/fmwc/.
  The event features nature talks and walks, wildlife displays and a visit with a real wolf, educational exhibits, demonstrations, art vendors, live music and food.
  Outside activities include educational exhibitors, vendors and live music 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Guests can meet Takota, El Paso Zoo’s new Golden Eagle Ambassador for Conservation of the Chihuahuan Desert with Valerie Hearn and John Elmore noon to 1 p.m. Musical group Ceiba will perform 2 to 3:30 p.m. followed by an educational presentation 3:30 to 4 p.m., and a performance by Slackabilly is 4 to 5:30 p.m.
  Inside activities include the official welcome presentations at 10 a.m. followed by one-hour showings of the Jackson Polk film series at 11 a.m. and 1 and 3 p.m. A presentation by Virginia Morris “Everything you ever wanted to know about poppies, but were afraid to ask” is 2 to 3 p.m.

Cesar Chavez Celebration — Centro de Salud Familiar La Fe will celebrate the accomplishments of the late United Farm Workers of America founder 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 27, at La Fe Preparatory School, 616 E. Father Rahm. Live entertainment and various activities offered. Admission is free. Information: 545-7190.

‘Kidspalooza’ — El Paso Symphony Orchestra hosts the 3rd annual family festival 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 27, throughout Downtown. Downtown area arts organizations will present “Make & Take” craft workshops, tours, performances and exhibits to educate and expose young participants to the many activities available in the El Paso area. Activities are free, unless otherwise listed. Sun Metro rides free. Information: 532-3776 or epso.org.
Activities and Events:
• El Paso Symphony Orchestra will present Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf” at noon and 2 p.m. at the Plaza Theatre. Dance choreographed by Ingeborg Heuser and produced by Eden Enterprises. Cost: $5, general admission.
• The hands-on Wing Harp and Drum Cloud are on display with ongoing demonstrations in Arts Festival Plaza.
• “Fun zone” activities and music are hosted by City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department in Cleveland Square.
• El Paso Public Library’s “Make and Take” musical instrument workshops are 1 to 4:30 p.m. Percussionist Nancy Green will lead a drum circle 1 to 3 p.m.
• El Paso KidsExcel will teach fun dance moves at 11 a.m. and 1 and 3 p.m. at the library.
• City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs Department will provide performances and educational workshops throughout the day, including Outrageous Fortune Theater Company’s “Hamelito, the Little Prince That Could,” at 11 a.m. at the library and “Capoiera Quinto Sol” Brazilian dance/martial arts/acrobatics noon to 1:30 p.m. at OLO Gallery.
• El Paso Museum of Art will host a scavenger hunt of their permanent art collection. Tour guides will answer questions about art. Activities in the Museum of Art include an art gift basket drawing and free postcard making.
• El Paso Opera will present Mozart’s one-act opera “The Impresario” at 1 p.m. in the library.
• “Make and Take” dragonflies, scorpions, and elephant trunks with the El Paso Zoological Society ZOO DO at Lynx Exhibits.
• Lynx Exhibits will have a free outdoor fair with jumping balloon, El Paso Zoo, Live cargo reptiles, Dame La Mano food, contests and prizes. Admission to “Extreme Deep: Mission to the Abyss” is $5 that day.
• Explore “Giant Worlds” from NASA at Insights El Paso Science Museum. All-day activities include: Space Tours, Scavenger Hunts and Cosmo Facts, as well as Science presentations of Giant Ice Bubbles, Tesla Coil and Star Lab. Admission: $5 ($4 seniors, military and students; $3 child 4 to 11 years old).
• A children’s tour provided at the Magoffin Home State Historic Site.
• Creative Kids at OLO Gallery features children build and paint instrument to take home. Cost: $10.
• The Railroad & Transportation Museum of El Paso will have model train demonstrations throughout the day.
• Tour the historic Union Depot train station, passenger service and exhibit of Harvey House by Railroad Man and Harvey Girl.

Southern New Mexico

Home Improvement and Lifestyle Show — The Las Cruces Home Builders Association’s 28th annual show is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 6-7, at Dickerson’s Event Center, 3920 W. Picacho, in Las Cruces. The regional public marketplace showcases about 100 businesses that cater to the home improvement and home construction markets. Exhibitor booths, food concession stands and how-to demonstrations also will be featured. Admission: $4 ($3 seniors; free for children 10 and younger). Information: (575) 526-6126 or lchba.com.

Cowboy Days — The 10th annual celebration of Southwest pioneer heritage is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 13-14, at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, 4100 Dripping Springs Rd., Las Cruces. A cowboy breakfast will kick off the festivities 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday with match team roping, Mexican-style rodeo demonstrations, horseback and stagecoach rides, cowboy music and poetry, a large arts and craft show, great food, children’s activities, gunfight re-enactments, cowboy demonstrations, and a trip back in time to witness an 1895 wedding both days. Admission: $4 (ages 4 and younger free). Information: (575) 522-4100 or nmfarmandranchmuseum.org.
  A Cowboy Breakfast is 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday. Tickets: $10 in advance; $12 at the door (includes Cowboy Days admission).

St. Patrick’s Day Tea — Enchanted Gardens, 270 Avenida de Mesilla, will host an Irish tea 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 14, with tea and cookies and live Irish music by Robert Hull and Bob Diven. Admission is free. Information: (575) 524-1886 or gardens@zianet.com.

Mountain Living Home & Garden Show — The 8th annual show is March 19-21 at the Ruidoso Convention Center. More than 200 experts and retailers present new products and ideas. Hours are 1 to 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Information: (575) 653-4882 or nmmtnliving.com.
  The show features handcrafted furniture, accessories and art, educational seminars and workshops, building and design, gardening and landscaping, architects and remodeling experts, professionals in home sales and financing and demonstrations on the latest tools and materials.

Mutt Show — Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley will host its 4th annual show for dogs noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 27, at Young Park, 1905 E. Nevada. Owners can enter their dogs in several categories, including Sweetest Smile, Biggest Paws, Smallest Paws, Most Obedient, Most Like Owner, Trickiest Dog, Best Costume, Shortest Tail, Longest Tail and Longest Ears. Pre-registration is recommended: $5 per category. Day of show registration is 11 a.m. to noon. Information: (575) 382-0018 or (575) 532-9104.
  Dogs from the Animal Services Center will be available for adoption and any dog adopted at the show is eligible to be entered free in any category.

Southwest New Mexico Dutch Oven Cook-Off — The 8th annual cook-off is Saturday, March 27, at Glenwood Community Park on CatWalk Road in Glenwood, N.M. (one hour north of Silver City). Tasting begins at 2 p.m. Also featured are musicians, and awards for winning cooks. Both experienced and amateur cooks welcome. Proceeds benefit park upkeep. Taster plates for spectators are $5 ($3 children under 12). Information: Leah Jones, (575) 539-2800 or gilaleahjones@gmail.com.
  Cost to participate: $15 single pot ($30 for three pots).

Wheels of Dreams — The Las Cruces Rodrunners will host its annual show benefiting the youth of Las Cruces 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 27, at the Field of Dreams Stadium, 250 Tashiro, Las Cruces. The show features around several classic cars and hot rods from 1983 and earlier, as well a swap meet and raffle drawings throughout the day for an engine, transmission, gift basket and more. Cash prizes for participants. Food vendors. Spectator admission is free. Entry is $30 in advance, $36 day of show. No alcohol allowed. Information and registration: (575) 496-7146 or (575) 649-1358. Web: lcrodrunners.com.

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.

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.

Bazaars and fairs

Provost Gun Show — The El Maida Provost Guard gun, small antique and Southwest art show is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 6-7, at the El Maida Shrine Temple, 6331 Alabama. Includes new, used and antique firearms and accessories, knives, coins, Southwest jewelry, military surplus and collectibles. Food concession available. Admission: $5 ($4 active military and accompanying dependents; ages 12 and younger free). Parking is free. Age 18 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Information: 241-1761.

St. Paul’s Book Fair — St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 7000 Edgemere, will host its annual book and rummage sale 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 6. Items include books, clothing, kitchenware, small appliances, linens and more. Information: 772-2734.

St. Paul’s rummage sale and book fair — The St. Paul’s Methodist Women’s event is 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 6, at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 7000 Edgemere. Books. Clothing, kitchenware, small appliances, linens and more. Information: 772-2734.

Sun Country Doll Folks — The club’s 36th annual doll show and sale is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 13, at the Holiday Inn Airport, Airway at I-10, exit 25. The event showcases about 20 tables of antique and modern dolls, accessories, clothing and free doll identification and appraisals. Ticket information: 637-3438.
  Founded in 1974, club members include many avid doll collectors and doll makers, involved in many charitable activities such as dressing dolls for the Toys for Tots, Operation Santa Claus Toy Drive, contributing to the UTEP Scholarship fund, donating gifts and dolls to needy families at Christmas and creating doll displays.

Spring Craft Fair — Rio Norte Retirement Community, 1941 Saul Kleinfeld, will host its 8th annual craft fair 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 20, featuring Crafts range from wind chimes, hand made cards by Marta Valdez, clothes decor, crochet items, candles, hand made jewelry and more. Admission is free. Information: 856-6655.

German Spring Bazaar — The German Catholic Church of Fort Bliss hosts its annual bazaar 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 20, at the German Community Center (Soldatenstube), Building 5095 at Fort Bliss. Hobby craftspeople will display and sell their various decorations, handmade greeting cards, quilts to woodcraft products. German bratwurst, fish, beer, coffee, cakes, pastries and cookies also available. All proceeds are donated to the charity organizations “Aid for the Needy” to benefit the poor on both sides of the border. Admission is free. Information: 568-0259, 568-4824 or betreuunginelpaso.com.

Gun Show — The Paso Del Norte Gun Collectors Spring Gun Show is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 27-28 at the El Maida Shrine Temple, 6331 Alabama. The show includes guns and antiques for buy, sell or trade. Admission is $5, $3 for under 18. Minors must be accompanied by a parent. Information: 598-0935.
  The Paso Del Norte Gun Collectors Inc. was formed in 1964 and raises funds for various charities.

Something for everyone

Women’s History Month at UTEP — Various events are scheduled through March in celebration of Women’s History Month. Admission is free, unless otherwise noted. Information: Women’s Resource Center, 747-5291 or Women’s Studies, 747-5200.
• Achy Obejas, author of the novel “Ruins,” speaks at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 2,in UTEP Library’s Blumberg Auditorium.
• Laura Dogu of the U.S. Consulate in Juárez speaks on “Leadership in trying times at the U.S.-Mexico border” at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 3, in Education Building Room 202.
• The UTEP Mama PhD Faculty Learning Community presents “Supporting an Alternative Lifestyle: Mothers and Children at the University,” at noon Wednesday, March 3, in the Women’s Resource Center, Union West 112.
• Dr. Norma Elia Cantu presents “De aca de este lado (From this side): 200 Years of Chicana and Mexicana Border Literature” at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 4, in the Undergraduate Learning Center Room 106.
• The 25th Annual Literature Lecture is noon Friday, March 5, in the UTEP Union Cinema. Janice Cervelli, Dean of the College of Architecture and Landscape Architecture at the University of Arizona presents “Whatever Happened to Real Leadership?”
• WEE presents “The ‘F’ word: A Discussion of Women and Feminism” at 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 10, in the Women’s Resource Center.
• A Women’s Film Series of “Feel Good Women Films” is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 11, in the Women’s Resource Center. Films include “Whip It,” “Soul Food,” “Diary of a Mad Black Woman,” “A League of Their Own” and “The Women.”
• A discussion on “What is Activism” is 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 25, in the Women’s Resource Center, with Dr. Stacey Sowards and Dr. Sarah Ryan of the Communications Department. Angie Barajas will also tell stories the Chicano Movement and the Brown Berets.
• Dr. Maria C. Appelzoller, Women’s History Month Poster Contest winner, will discuss “Pathways to Success and the Final Journey,” at noon Friday, March 26, in the Rubin Center auditorium.
• A discussion on “Women in the Sex Industry” led by Professor DeAnna Varela is 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, in the Women’s Resource Center.
• Dr. Nancy Nemeth-Jesurun of UTEP’s Program in Humanities presents “Women and the Holocaust: Adaptability in Adversity” at noon Wednesday, April 7, in the Cab garage, Union West 111.
• A panel discussion on sex testing, “Real Women and Racialized Bodies in Sports” is 12:30 p.m. Thursday, April 8, in Wiggins Room 315E with Prof. Jess Weinberg of UTEP and NMSU’s Women’s Studies and Dr. Cynthia Pelak of NMSU’s Sociology Department.
• Bernadette Calafell, author of “Latina/o Communication Studies: Theorizing Performance” will speak at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 22. Location to be determined.
  Panel discussions with UTEP women leaders “A Pyramid of Professional Development-Stories of Success” or “How I Got Here From There” lectures are on selected Wednesdays.
• 2:30 p.m. March 3 — Department Chairs, Education Building Room 202.
• 2:30 p.m. March 10 — UTEP Deans, Business Building Room 318.
• 10:30 a.m. March 24 — Women representing the Provost Office, Psychology Building Room 115.
• 2:30 p.m. March 24 — UTEP President Diana Natalicio, Business Building Room 313.

Grant Research and Funding classes — Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, in conjunction with the Foundation Center, offers classes on grant research and funding for individuals and non-profit organizations seeking ways to fund projects. Registration required, space is limited. On-line registration at library.las-cruces.org (click on ‘Events’). Information/registration: Catherine Christmann at (575) 528-4085 or cchristmann@las-cruces.org.
Schedule (all classes begin at 9 a.m. on Wednesday):
• March 3 — Foundation Directory Online
• April 7 — Introduction to Corporate Giving.

‘Home or Heaven’ — The City of Las Cruces government access channel will host a free screening of its latest documentary at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 3, at Rio Grande Theater, 211 N. Downtown Mall in Las Cruces. Directed by Media Production Specialist Dominic Aragon, it gives an inside look at the workings of the Animal Service Center of the Mesilla Valley, and a revealing examination of the area’s pet overpopulation problem. Tickets are free; but limited to four per person. Available at City Hall, 200 N. Church. Information: clctv.com.

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.
• An exhibit on Pancho Villa and his involvement with the Mexican Revolution runs through February in The Border Heritage Center of the El Paso Public Library’s Main Branch, 501 N. Oregon the exhibit features the center’s rare book collections and periodicals from the Cleofas Calleros Collection, Cabalgando con Villa, Illustraciones de Luis Sanchez, Historia Grafica de la revolucion, among other Spanish titles. Information: 543-5440.
• The XV Contemporary Mexican Literature Conference, “The Mexican Revolution in Contemporary Literature” runs March 4-6 at UTEP’s Thomas Rivera Conference Center. Scholars from the U.S., Mexico, and other parts of the world will meet at the University of Texas at El Paso to present papers on these issues. Panel discussions will also take place. Information: 747-7043 or wdelgadillo@utep.miners.edu.
• A screening of “Mexico Revolution Sites in El Paso, Volume 1” is 2 p.m. Saturday, March 6, at The El Paso Museum of History. Jackson Polk of Capstone Production presents his video featuring a walking tour with historians Leon Metz and Fred Morales of sites in El Paso that figured prominently in the Mexican Revolution. Information: 351-3588 or taylorsl@elpasotexas.gov.
  The 100th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution Film Series screenings are 6 p.m. at The El Paso Public Library Main Branch, 501 N. Oregon. Information: 543-5446 or 543-5412. Films include the Spanish language “Zapata: Amor en Rebeldia, Part I” (March 3) and “Zapata: Amor en Rebeldia, Part II” (March 4).

Nonprofit Enterprise Center — 1359 Lomaland. All workshops and classes at the center, unless otherwise listed. Registration required: 590-1333 or angela@nonprofitec.org. Web: nonprofitec.org.
  The center’s monthly Nonprofit Connection is 4 p.m. Thursday, March 4, at the Fort Bliss Centennial Club and Conference Center, Building 2494, Ricker Road.
  A free Grant Research workshop is 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 31, at UTEP Library’s Room 204.

UTEP Millennium Lecture — UTEP and the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities will host Career Ambassador Jeffrey Davidow, president of the Institute of the Americas in La Jolla, Calif., at 5 p.m. Thursday, March 4, at UTEP’s Undergraduate Learning Center, Room 126. Lecture begins at 4 p.m., and a reception follows in the lobby. Admission is free. Information: 747-5555.
  Davidow’s discussion is “Mexico and Other Challenges in Latin America for U.S. Policy.” Davidow served in the U.S. Foreign Service for 34 years, and was ambassador to Mexico and Venezuela.

DAAC Arts Award Gala nominations — Nominations are being accepted through March 5 for individuals whose support and/or creative talents have made a substantial impact on the Las Cruces community for the 3rd annual Doña Ana Arts Council gala at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 8, in the Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Downtown Mall in Las Cruces. Forms available through the council at Information: (575) 523-6403 or infodadaarts.org.
  Awards include the Debi True Rounds Newcomer’s Art Award, Art in Public Places, Arts in Education, Excellence in Public Service and the Papen Family Award (formerly Mesilla Valley Treasure Award).

Bassett Place — 6101 Gateway West. Information: 772-7479 or bassettplacemall.com.
• Boy Scouts of American Pinewood Derby is 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 6, in the main corridor. Four professional race cars will be on display in front of the main door.
• KFOX-TV will host its organ donor campaign “Donate Life” 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 6, in front of Premiere Cinema 18, to sign up potential organ donors. All participants receive Cinema admittance.
• National Got Milk? Campaign will be in front of Target Bassett Place with four pop-up tents offering family activities, milk from Prices Creameries and milk mustache photos Saturday, March 13.
• Bassett Place’s Spring Arts and Crafts Fair is Friday through Sunday, March 12-14, with local artists, beautiful art, jewelry and collectibles.
• The Easter Bunny will be at Bassett’s Easter Garden in front of the Café Plaza March 19-April 3.

Children’s Disabilities Symposium — The 21st annual symposium, “Staying Connected to meet the Challenge,” is 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 6, at Americas High School, 12101 Pellicano, and Canutillo High School, 6675 Desert Drive. Topics include information on transition, positive behavior supports, child development, assistive technology, inclusion, special education, discipline, mental health, stress management, autism, bullying, ADHD, dyslexia, cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome and more. Registration information: Norma Perez, 544-9494.
  Keynote speaker is Amy Baskin, author of “More Than a Mom” and mother of a child with special needs.

EPCC spring children’s classes — El Paso Community College’s Children’s College will host several Children’s Saturday classes during the spring 2010 session. Information: 831-2089 or epcc.edu.
• Golf for Children — 9:30 to 11 a.m. March 6-April 10, at Ascarate Golf Course, 6900 Delta, for ages 8-13. Cost: $59.
• Tennis for Children — 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 13-May 15, at Valle Verde Campus courts, for ages 7-10. Cost: $48.
• Babysitting 101 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 27, for ages 11-15, at the Valle Verde Campus. Cost: $37.
• Jewelry Making Extravaganza — 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 10, at Valle Verde Campus, 919 Hunter, for ages 9-12. Cost: $30, plus $12 supplies.

Humane Society Dog Adoptions — The Humane Society of El Paso will host dog adoptions 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, March 6-27, at El Paso Saddleblanket, 6926 Gateway East, Exit 25. Each pet comes spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and licensed. Adoption fees start at $60; includes 1 year’s supply of free food coupons from PetsBarn. Information: 544-1000.

Orange and Blue Day — Future Miners will have the opportunity to learn about the academic programs and support services offered at The University of Texas at El Paso during the University’s 2nd Orange and Blue Day on 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 6, at the Undergraduate Learning Center, Wiggins Road (across from the library). Participants will meet with representatives from UTEP’s admissions and financial aid offices, and the seven academic colleges. Presentations on admissions, scholarships and financial aid are 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Admission is free. Information: Mallory Driggers or Mitzel Aveytia, 747-5890 or orangeandblue@utep.edu.
  The event also includes guided tours of the campus, information for international students from Programa de Asistencia Estudiantil (PASE), and lunch on the patio noon to 1 p.m.
  Students should bring their official high school transcript and SAT/ACT/ACCUPLACER/TOEFL/PAA test scores. Online reservations at utep.edu/orangeandblueday.

‘Get Motivated Seminar’ — Zig Ziglar, Former First Lady Laura Bush, Dr. Robert Schuller, Rudy Giuliani and UTEP Football Head Coac Mike Price are among the speakers at seminar 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 9, at UTEP’s Don Haskins Center. Discount advance prices begin at $4.95 or $19 for all office staff. Information: 1-800-403-1975.
  Other featured speakers include author Tamara Lowe, Olympic luge athlete Ruben Gonzalez and business executive Rick Belluzzo.

Drug legalization lecture — “Law Enforcement Against Prohibition: Cops Say Legalize Drugs” speaker Richard Newton will speak 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 10, at UTEP University Suite, 312 Union East Building. Presented by UTEP Students for Sensible Drug Policy. Newton will speak about his 32 years of federal service. A former Marine major, he fought the drug war for Customs and Border Protection. Admission is free. Information: ssdpep@yahoo.com.
  Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (LEAP) is an organization of former law enforcement officers who are dedicated to ending the War on Drugs through education and awareness of the failure of these policies.

Singles Night — Peggy Kligman, inventor of “The Goat Game” will host an evening for singles at 7 p.m. Friday, March 12, at Marcello’s Ristorante Italiano, 5380 N. Mesa. Enjoy a meal and wine, meet other singles, play the Goat Game and gain flirting tips. Seating is limited. Cost: $24.99. RSVP/Information: 740-5051 or goatgame.com.

‘Getting Seniors Connected’ – Seniors can learn how to use the Social Security website and other related information at the free workshops Saturday, March 13, at EPCC Administrative Service Center, 9050 Viscount, Building B, Room 320. Sponsored by the Social Security Administration with support from the EPCC Senior Adult Program. English language workshop is 10 a.m. to noon; Spanish language workshop is 1 to 3 p.m.
  SSA staff members also will assist those who are eligible to apply for retirement benefits or who may qualify for disability or other benefits.
  Limited Computers on hand; call ahead for registration: (866) 563-9310, ext. 27404

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, March 13-April 3, 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.

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.
• Saturday Camp — 1 to 3 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at Judge Marquez Public Library, 610 N. Yarbrough, for grades 4-8.
• Teen Writing Workshop — 2 to 4 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at Judge Marquez Public Library.
• After-school programs — Programs are offered for grades 6-8 at Horizon Middle School Library, and grades 4-8 at Judge Marquez Library, Clardy Fox Library, Armijo Recreation Center, Memorial Park Library, Ysleta Library. Information/times: 239-5051.
• Teen Media Academy is 9:30 to 4:30 p.m. March 15-19, at 1359 Lomaland, Suite 502, for grades 9-12. Cost is $25, which covers supplies. A limited number of scholarships are available. Pre-registration required: call 239.5051 or latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com.

ALFC Spring Convention — Abundant Living Faith Center’s annual convention is March 16-21 at 1000 Valley Crest. Hundreds of pastors, church staff and others involved are expected to attend, with free nightly sessions open to the public. Sessions begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 5 p.m. Saturday and 8:45 and 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday. Nursery and pre-school provided for ages 4 and younger. Admission is free. Information: 532-8543 or alfc.com.
  Speaker Schedule:
• Tuesday, March 16: Dr. Creflo Dollar
• Wednesday, March 17: Tommy Barnett
• Thursday, March 18: Marcos Witt
• Friday and Saturday, March 19-20 — Tim Storey
• Sunday, March 21: Charles Nieman
  Oneeighty teen ministries will host speakers for their generation. Special activities for kids age 5 through 6th grade also offered.

Science Cafe — El Paso Water Utilities General Manager Jose Granillo will discuss the common uses of geographic information at the UTEP Chapter of Sigma Xi’s monthly casual science discussion event 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 18, at the Carlos M. Ramirez TecH2O Water Resources Learning Center, 10751 Montana. The public is welcome; technical background not needed to attend. Admission is free. Information: 621-2000 or tech2o@epwu.org.
  Science Cafe, hosted by Sigma Xi and El Paso Water Utilities, is part of its Public Understanding of Science Program, which allows scientists, engineers and specialists to discuss their work in casual settings.

Third Thursday at EPMA — The monthly event, geared towards “YoCos” (Young Cosmopolitans), is 5:30 to 8 p.m. the third Thursday of the month (March 18) at the El Paso Museum of Art. Ages 18 and older welcome. Cost: $10 ($7 museum members). RSVP requested. Entrance fee waived for those who join the museum at the event. Information: 532-1707, ext. 13.

STEM Challenge — Workforce Solutions Upper Rio Grande and UTEP College of Engineering, is taking business plan submissions from regional students in grades 10-12 through March 19, inaugural STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) educational competition. The competition’s goal is to provide a real world opportunity for regional high school students to develop innovative ideas in a business plan approach to solve critical issues facing the area’s six-county region. Information: Joseph Sapien, 772-2002, ext. 221 or joseph.sapien@urgjobs.org. Web: urgjobs.org.
  Participants compete for money, scholarships, internship opportunities, and school recognition from the City of El Paso and the UTEP COEN. Top ten teams chosen advance to the final competition at UTEP Saturday, May 8, to present their plan to a panel of six leading experts.

Vegetarian Society of El Paso — Information: 877-3030 or vsep.org.
  The monthly Restaurant Hoppers dinner is 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 20, at Geske’s Fire Grill, 1506 Lee Trevino. The manager will create a special vegetarian menu for the group. Meet-and-greet is 6 p.m. Prices range from $9 to $12. Reservations (by 5 p.m. March 19; no late reservations taken): Laura White, 494-8936, laura0711@aol.com or vseprestauranthoppers@gmail.com.
  A Great American Meatout food giveaway is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 10, at Leech Grove on the UTEP campus. Vegan barbecue sandwiches and literature will be given out. Information: Greg, 543-9723 or vegetexan@aol.com.
  The society hosts monthly “Voyager” activities focusing on educating others about vegetarianism. March’s event is an afternoon bike ride and vegan picnic Saturday, March 27. Location to be announced. Call for details: Anastacio, 440-4901 or elnumerotres@gmail.com.

BEEMS Conference — The 17th annual dual-language education conference, “Bilingual Education: Leading for the Future,” is Friday and Saturday, March 26-27 at UTEP’s Undergraduate Learning Center. Sponsored by the UTEP College of Education. Conference fees range from $50 to $260. Registration information: 747-5615 or beemsregistration@utep.edu.
  This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Alma FlorAda, Chief of the NABE Journal of the National Association for Bilingual Education. Other featured speakers include Virginia Collier, Wayne Thomas, Alma Flor Ada, Isabel Campoy, Jose Ruiz-Escalante and Gilberto Soto.

Women’s Hall of Fame — The El Paso Commission for Women’s 21st annual Hall of Fame induction banquet and ceremonies begin at 6 p.m. Friday, March 26, at the DoubleTree Hotel, 600 N. El Paso. Tickets are $75. Information: 588-6226 or elpasowomen.org.

Super Kite Contest — The 10th annual kite flying contest, sponsored by Westside Community Church, is noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 27, at Francisco Delgado Park, on Imperial Ridge behind Franklin High School. Prizes for most beautiful, most unusual and highest flying kites and longest kites in the air. The event includes jumping balloons and face painting, as well as free kites for first 50 children. Admission is free. Information: 877-8000 or westsidecommunity.org.

Herbal Medicine for Menopause and Osteoporosis — Herbal medicine practitioner and trained midwife Virginia Ahearn will teach herbal medicine classes March 27-28. The class covers how herbal medicine can be safely and effectively used for all the symptoms of menopause; hot flashes, mood swings, brain fog, skin/vaginal dryness, hormonal balancing, and osteoporosis. This class will also cover where to buy good quality herbs, preparation and dosage, high calcium foods, and other nutritional gems. Class includes free samples and light snacks. Information/registration: Virginia Ahearn (732) 745-7455 or vaherbalist.com.
• Saturday’s class is 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Yoga for Life, 111 Rio Flor in El Paso. Admission: $20 in advance; $25 walk-in registration. Pre-registration not available at the studio.
• Sunday’s class is noon to 3 p.m. at Mountain View Co-op Market, 1300 El Paseo in Las Cruces. Cost: $20 ($16 for co-op members) in advance. Same day registration: $25 ($20 co-op members).

Master Stephen Co — Co, author of “Your Hands Can Heal You” and a world-renowned Master Pranic Healer, will give several presentations March 30-April 1. Information: yourhandscanhealyou.com.
• “Introduction to Pranic Healing” and book signing, 3-5 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, at Metaphysical Life Enrichment center, 2600 El Paseo, Las Cruces. Directions: (575) 647-0300.
• “Protect Yourself From Negative Energies, “ 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, First Christian Church, 1809 El Paseo, Las Cruces. Directions: (575) 650-7344. Love offering taken for Oasis Center for Spiritual Living.
• “SuperBrain Yoga and Pranic Healing,” 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 31, Unitarian Universalist Community of El Paso, 4425 Byron. Directions: (575) 650-7344. Love offering taken for Oasis Center for Spiritual Living.
• “Experience the Power of the I Am Nature Within You,” 7 p.m. Thursday, April 1, Unity of El Paso, 1420 Alabama. Directions: 566-5544. Love offerings for Unity accepted.
  Also, Co will present his weekend intensive training in Pranic Healing, “Your Hands Can Heal You,” April 24-25 in El Paso.

Austin High School 40th Reunion — The Austin High Class of 1970’s 40th reunion is planned for July 16-18. Alumni may register at reunionwarehouse.com. Information: Judy Frie Frost at 256-3073 or jfrost@elp.rr.com.

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 is free, lunch is optional on one’s own. Information/RSVP: Renee Hernandez 566-4066, Ext. 31, or hispanicwomenscenter.com.

For a good cause

Jewish Academy Comedy Night – Avi Liberman, “The Comic the World is Talking About,” headlines the El Paso Jewish Academy’s 15th annual Comedy Night at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 4, at Temple Mt. Sinai, 4408 N. Stanton. A silent auction precedes the performance at 6:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit EPJA, a 34-year-old elementary and middle school. Tickets: $62.50; available in advance by sending payment to the school at 805 Cherry Hill, 79912 or at the door. Information/tickets: EPJA, 833-0808.
  Born in Israel, raised in Texas, having gone to college in New York, and now living in Los Angeles, Liberman has a quirky style that combines life experiences and topical issues told through a varied blend of characters and voices.
  He has performed on “Late Late Show’ with Craig Ferguson on Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend” and “Make Me Laugh.” Since 2001, he has arranged widely acclaimed stand-up comedy tours in Israel, donating all proceeds to a charity. The “Comedy For Koby” tour is now a bi-annual event, benefiting the Koby Mandell Foundation.

‘Tablescapes’ — El Paso Pro-Musica Guild’s 13th annual luncheon features 25 designer-decorated tables March 4-5 at the El Paso Country Club. Each table is individually decorated by El Paso’s leading floral designers, high-end furniture stores, party planners, specialty shops and more. Attendees vote for their favorite table, with designs ranging from whimsical to sophisticated. Proceeds benefit El Paso Pro-Musica. Information: Jana Tippin, 581-3701 or the El Paso Pro-Musica office, 833-9000.
  The Ladies’ Nite Out Preview Party is 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday with a preview of tables, wine, fruit and cheese. Admission: $25.
  Luncheon and auction is 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, with browse time 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 2:30 p.m. and lunch noon to 1 p.m. Cost: $40. RSVP deadline is Feb. 26.
  Combo tickets for both preview and luncheon are $60.

David Parkes dinner concert — Open Arms Community presents fundraiser concert for the Holy Spirit Retreat and Renewal Center featuring internationally known singer David Parkes of Dublin, Ireland 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 5, at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Hall, 10970 Bywood (off Yarbrough). Parkes has performed in the El Paso area several times.
  Tickets: $20 (includes a Southwestern Lenten Buffet); available at Centro Santa Fe, 8210 North Loop; Madonna Shop, 5933 Gateway West; Holy Spirit Bookstore, 1830 George Dieter and the Franciscan Peddler, 1030 N. Zaragosa, Ste. D. Seating is limited. Credit card ticket purchases: 820-2692 or 595-0589. Information: openarmscommunity.org.
  A professional soccer player and musician, Parkes, a victim of Chrohn’s disease, was told in 1989 that he had just six weeks to live. On a pilgrimage to the former Yugoslavia, an American Catholic priest blessed him during a healing service. The disease disappeared, leaving his doctors in Ireland amazed. In his concerts, he shares both religious and popular songs. The father of a son with cystic fibrosis, he has become a strong voice for the value of life. His recording of the pro-life song “Let Me Live” from the album of the same name has drawn worldwide attention. His best-selling albums include “You Are Always Close To Me,” “Songs of Love and Inspiration” and “In His Time.”

‘Come take a Walk on the Wild Side’ — The El Paso Zoo offers an exclusive preview of its news Africa Exhibit 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 6. The family fundraiser will include a chance to welcome the four African lions and a special appearance of the zoo’s meerkats, plus a tour of other animal habitats. The event also features live music, hors d’oeuvres and refreshments. Kids’ activities include face painting, jumping balloons, rock climbing and free t-shirts.
  Tickets are $50 for adults, $10 per child age 6-12 and free for age 5 and under. Dress is “safari casual.” Information: 532-8156 or elpasozoo.org.
  A drawing will be held that evening for a trip for two to Africa courtesy of Sun Travel. Drawing tickets are $100. Proceeds benefit the El Paso Zoological Society.
 
Insights Night at The Oscars — A special viewing of 82nd annual Academy Awards benefiting Insights Museum in celebration of its 30th anniversary is 5:45 to 10 p.m. Sunday, March 7, at the Plaza Theatre. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks served 6 to 8 p.m. in the Main Lobby. The Plaza will be decorated for with classic movie posters, cutouts of movie stars and other film memorabilia. Attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite characters from the movies as they walk a red carpet into the theater. Tickets: $75. Sponsor packages $200, $300 and $500 and include recognition in event marketing and on tiles at museum. (Ticketmaster). Information: 534-0689 or 534-0000.
  Founded in February 1980 and originally located in the basement of the old El Paso Natural Gas Building, Insights has become the most highly attended museum in El Paso. The museum receives no taxpayer funding.
  The 2010 Academy Awards will be co-hosted by actors Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin from the Kodak Theater. This year’s event will also have ten “Best Picture” nominees.

Girl Scout Cookies — Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest - Southern New Mexico and West Texas will take orders through March 14. All proceeds, after paying the baker, stay in the city where the cookies are sold and support programs for girls and training for volunteers. Boxes are $3.95, plus tax. Cookie Hotlines: 566-1558 (an area Girl Scout will return call to take orders).
Information: 566-9433. Cookie booth locations: gsdsw.org
  Girls sell in their neighborhoods and communities and to their family and friends. Those who don’t know a Girl Scout may call the council to be put in touch with a troop in the area. Cookie Booths will also be open in communities in the GSDSW jurisdiction.

Desert View Women Basket Social — Gift baskets will be raffled at the 10th annual “Spring Fling” basket social and charity raffle noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 20, at Desert View United Church of Christ, 11160 Montwood. Refreshments will be served during intermission. Admission: $5 (includes chance to win up to 12 gift baskets). Extra tickets are $3. Information: 593-1169 (Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.).

Assistance League Card & Bunko party — The Assistance League of El Paso will hold its annual Card & Bunko party Wednesday, March 24 at the El Paso Country Club, 5000 Country Club Place. Game begins at 10 a.m. followed by lunch, a style show and Chinese auction. Cost: $35. Reservations (by March 18): 581-8969.
  Proceeds benefit the League’s charities including Operation School Bell, which provides new clothing to the most needy elementary school children in the El Paso area. The league already has clothed 3,338 students for the 2009/2010 school year.

‘Celebre La Buena Vida’ — The fundraiser for Buena Vida Adult Day Center is Thursday, March 25, at the Camino Real Hotel, 101 S. El Paso. Cocktails and Light Buffet begin at 5:30 p.m. An auction begins at 6:30 p.m. for miniature houses painted by area artists. Tickets are $30. Information: 598-5403.
  Buena Vida Adult Day Centers are a ministry of Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc.

Celebrity Waiter Spaghetti Dinner — Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center’s 11th annual fundraiser is 7 p.m. Saturday, March 27, at St. Pius X Parish’s Msgr. Arturo Banuelas Community Center, 1050 N. Clark, at Geronimo. Local celebrities, candidates for office and other politicians will serve as waiters for a night working for tips. Proceeds benefit Las Americas’ work to provide legal advocacy for detained immigrant children, battered immigrant women and asylees/refugees. Ticket information/reservations: 544-5126, ext. 23 or info@laspamericas.org. Web: las-americas.org.

Sunland Derby Gala — Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino’s gala benefiting United Blood Services is Saturday, March 27. Guest speaker is NFL great Jerry Rice. The event will feature a silent and live auction including autographed memorabilia, artwork and many other items donated from the community. Information: 544-5422, ext. 194.
  Following a record-setting college career at Mississippi Valley State, Rice was a first round draft pick for the San Francisco 49ers in 1985. He won Super Bowls with the 49ers in 1988, 1989 and 1994 and was selected to the Pro Bowl a record 13 times, won the Most Valuable Player award in 1987 and was the MVP of Super Bowl XXIII.
  The running of the Sunland Derby and The Oaks (for fillies) is Sunday, March 28.

Woman’s Club benefit — The Woman’s Club of El Paso annual civic benefit luncheon is 11 a.m. Saturday, March 27, at El Paso Country Club, 5000 Country Club Place, benefiting the Bob Kelly Food Pantry (at Trinity First United Methodist) and Highland Presbyterian Food cupboard. Tickets: $40; reservations required. Tickets available at the Woman’s Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa. Information: 532-6131.
  This year’s event includes a “Jewels of The Desert Fashion Show” produced by Carlos Mendoz and featuring El Paso Community College Fashion Designers and GUiSHEM of New York and Guatemala.

Fort Bliss

Anyone entering Fort Bliss must obtain a gate pass. Driver’s license, car insurance and registration required.

Fort Bliss Volunteer Awards — Nominations are being taken through March 24 for Fort Bliss’s annual Volunteer Awards to coincide with National Volunteer Appreciation Week April 18-24. Volunteers will be recognized during the annual Fort Bliss Awards Ceremony. Information/nominations: Tephanie Hopper, 568-1132 or Tephanie.hopper1@us.army.mil.

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 (March 25), at the Army Community Service ballroom on Fort Bliss. Mentors 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.

Team Bliss youth sports — Registration is being taken for the youth sports leagues beginning this spring for boys and girls age 8 to 18. Sports physicals may be necessary for some leagues. Call for details. Cost per league: $40 (20 percent discount for each additional child in same family). Information: Central Registration, 569-2273.
• Youth Tennis — Registration runs through March 26.
• Youth Free Style Wrestling — Registration runs through March 31.

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

Woodworkers Club of El Paso — The club’s monthly meeting is 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 2, at 3228 Sacramento (back of building). This month’s program is a forum on various types of woodworking. Information: 760-6536.
  The club’s showroom at the meeting site features many handmade wooden items for sale. Hours are 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday through Saturday.

Germania Club — The Germania Club of El Paso’s monthly luncheon is 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 5, at the German Community Center (Soldatenstube), Robert E. Lee Road, Building 5095, Fort Bliss. Newcomers welcome. Information: 595-1108 or 755-5471.
  A get-together at Guenther’s Edelweiss, 11055 Gateway West, is 6 p.m. Friday, March 26. Reservations (by March 20): 595-1108.

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 group and UTEP’s language department will host a lecture by Dr. Jean Pruvost, “The female/male relationship in the French language from yesterday to today,” 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 5, in UTEP Library’s Blumberg Auditorium. Pruvost teaches at the Cergy-Pontoise University near Paris and is the author of over 340 publications. He was also the recipient of the Logos International Linguistic prize in 2000 and in 2007 he received the prize from the “Académie Française.”
  A conversation and film in French are 6 p.m. Friday, March 26. Information/location: 585-1789 or 845-6535.

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.
March events (subject to change):
• Friday, March 5 — Dinner and a play
• Friday, March 12 — Rhino playoff hockey
• Saturday, March 20 — Dinner and pool
• Saturday, March 27 — Dinner and bowling.

Westside Welcome Club — The group is open to both newcomers and long-time residents. The club’s monthly free newcomers’ coffee is 10 a.m. Friday, March 5, at Ella Blu, 5410 N. Mesa, to view fun fashions, purses, and accessories for spring. Information: 587-7747, 581-2314 or westsidewelcomeclub.com.
  A Spring luncheon is 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 10, at Ardovino’s Desert Crossing, One Ardovino Drive in Sunland Park. Guest speaker is Bob Cook of El Paso Regional Economic Development Corp (REDco). Cost: $16. Reservations (by March 5): 740-9725.

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 March 6 meeting a roundtable for people who attended the February expo. Admission is free for visitors and UTEP students. Information: 566-2201 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. Saturday, March 6, at University Presbyterian Church, 244 Resler. Newcomers are welcome, and current blanketeers may bring a friend. Information: Kathy Brunk, 585-1492 or elpasoprojectlinus.webs.com.
  The 50 blankets made during the March meeting will go towards children of Haiti.

El Paso Scale Model Society — The society will host its monthly meeting at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 7, 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.

Assistance League of El Paso — The Assistance League’s regular monthly meeting is 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 11, at 2782 Yandell. Coffee served at 9:30 a.m. The league meets the second Thursday of each month August through May. Information: 581-8969.
  The all-volunteer Assistance League of El Paso has been serving the El Paso Community for 40 years. Its primary program, Operation School Bell provides new clothing to the most needy elementary school children in the El Paso area.

American Association of University Women — The El Paso Branch of AAUW meets at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 13, at Radisson Suites Hotel, 1770 Airway. Attorney Stephanie Townsend Allala will speak about elder and disability law and estate planning. Reservations/information: 861-1223.

Paso del Norte Quilt Guild — The guild’s monthly meeting is 9 a.m. Saturday, March 13, at University Presbyterian Church, 224 N. Resler. A workshop on One Patch follows the meeting. Anyone interested in quilting is welcome, no experience needed. Information: Sharon Geddes, 581-0432.

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, March 23, Wyndham El Paso Airport, 2027 Airway. Officers will be installed. Information/reservations: Boots Healy, 584-3126 or Janet Schyler, 833-4853.
  The group will attend UTEP Dinner Theatre Saturday, March 15. Cost: $36 per person. Information/reservations: 587-9439.
  A field Trip to EPISD’s Gene Roddenberry Plantation, 6531 Boeing, is 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 30. Director John Peterson will give one of the first public tours of the facility’s new equipment. Information/reservations: Sandy Gibson, 833-2650.

El Paso Christian Women’s Connection — The group will host a “Goin’ green” luncheon 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 16, at El Paso Radisson Hotel, 1770 Airway, with speaker Christi Brown. The outreach charity for the event is Center Against Family Violence; speaker is Stephanie Karr. Reservation deadline is March 12. Cost: $13. Information/reservations: Lynne at (915) 613-1882 or Vickie at 598-0811.

El Paso Quilters’ Association — The association will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 18, at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 2155 Wedgewood. Anyone interested in quilting is invited to attend. Admission is free. Information: 592-4655 or 851-3145.

Daughters of the British Empire — The El Paso MacGregor/Chester Chapter of Daughters of the British Empire meets at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 20. Chapter delegates to the State annual ACM will give a report on the meeting. The Chairman for the annual Spring Tea in April will report on the plans for that event. “Elevenses” served after the meeting. Information/location: 544-4801.
  Membership is open to women of British or Commonwealth birth and/or ancestry.

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 every day 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.

La Leche League-Westside — The nonprofit group is dedicated to providing education and support to women who want to breastfeed meets at 10 a.m. the first Thursday of the month at Doris Van Doren Library, 511 Redd. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers and their small children are welcome. Admission is free.
Information: 581-9409, 1-800-LA-LECHE or llli.org.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) — The support group for working and stay-at-home mothers with pre-school aged children (age 5 and younger) meets 9 a.m. to noon the first and third Wednesday of the month at Cielo Vista Church, 3585 Lee Trevino, at Montana. The informal meeting is a chance for moms to get-together and network with other moms like themselves. Moms are encouraged to bring their children age 5 and younger. Information: 595-0288 or mops@cielovistachurch.org.

Northgate Optimist Club — The club meets at 8 a.m. Saturdays at 4201 Skyline (at Neptune). Admission: $3 for breakfast. Information: 755-2606.
  Open dances are 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays. Snack bar available Cost: $3. RSVP requested.

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.
  March hours are 2 to 7 p.m. Sundays; 2 to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, March 17-20; and 2 to 8 p.m. Saturdays March 6, 13 and 27.
  Special appearance by SpongeBob Squarepants Saturday and Sunday, March 6-7.

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. Winter days and hours of operation are noon to 6 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Sundays, and noon to 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and holidays. 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.

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.

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.


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 Cultural Paso del Norte — Av. Henry Durant, Zona Pronaf, across from the Red Cross. Information: 1730300 or ccpn.com.mx.
• The play “Las Arpias” by Humberto Zurita will be performed at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 3. The cast includes Victoria Ruffo, Patricia Reyes Espinosa, Ana Patricia Rojo. Niurka Marcos, Ofelia Medina, Maria Rubio, Magda Guzman and Adriano Fonseca. The play asks the question, “Hay damas, mujeres, señoras y arpia, de cual eres tu?” Ticket information: 6134444.
• Fundacion Mascareñas presents “Miura,” performing modern flamenco dance, at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 6. Admission is 200 pesos. Information: 6123175 or 6124075.

Cafebreria — Anillo envolvent Prona and Coyorcan (orange building across from Museo INBA). The coffee/book shop promotes local arts and literature. Information: 6116541 or cafebreria.wordpress.com.
• 7 p.m. Thursday, March 4: Presentation of the book “Tordos Sobre Lilas” by Magaly Velazco.
• 4 p.m. Saturday, March 6: Art exhibit by Jose Enrique Casas.
• 6 p.m. Saturday, March 13: “Encuentro Literario: Poesia contra Narrativa,” with Juan Jose Aboytia.

Siglo de Oro Drama Festival — The annual celebration of the Spanish language dramatic arts from Spain’s Golden Age runs March 4-7 at different locations in Juárez (the plays are also presented at the Chamizal National Memorial in El Paso; see “On Stage” listing). Admission is free, but tickets for entrance will be available at 7 p.m. each night to ensure seating. Information: 2073774
• Thursday, March 4 — “Con quien vengo, vengo,” Escuela Superior de Arte Dramático of Murcia, Spain, Teatro Víctor Hugo Rascón Banda, Centro Cultural Paso del Norte.
• Friday, March 5 — “Casa con dos puertas mala es de guardar,” presented by Perro Teatro of México City, México. Teatro Víctor Hugo Rascón Banda, Centro Cultural Paso del Norte
• Saturday, March 6 — “Tres entremeses de los Siglos de Oro,” by Centro Universitario de Teatro - UNAM (Ciudad de México). Teatro Gracia Pasquel, Centro Cultural Universitario
• Sunday, March 7 — “Entre clasicos anda el juego,” presented by Escuela Superior de Arte Dramático of Murcia, Spain. Teatro Gracia Pasquel, Centro Cultural Universitario.

Indios Soccer — The Mexican pro soccer team Indios de Juarez host their home games at Estadio Benito Juárez, Av. Heroico Colegio Militar and Panama. Tickets are $8 to $42. Information: 6181824 or 618-825 or clubindios.com.
• 1 p.m. Sunday, March 7: Tigres
• 1 p.m. Sunday, March 21: Gueretaro.

Museo de INBA — Circuito Jose Reyes Estrada, Zona Pronaf, in Juarez. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Information: 616-7414. Admission is free.
• 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 9: “Jovenes Interpretes” concert series, featuring performances of bassoon and clarinet
• 7 p.m. Thursday, March 18: “Jovenes Interpretes” concert series, featuring piano.
• “Un dia en el museo” is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 20: Guided tours, children’s workshops, puppet shows, storytelling.
• 7 p.m. Friday, March 26: Piano concert by Claudio Heerrera, from the Coordinacion Nacional de Musica y Opera.
• Continuing all month: “De Alas y Hombre,” tactile art exhibit by Jorge Marin.

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.
• 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 9: A group exhibit of paintings celebrating International Day of the Museum.
  The museum celebrates Festival del Sol March 19-21:
• 7 p.m. Friday, March 19: Exhibit of paintings by Cecilio Sanchez.
• 5 p.m. Saturday, March 20: Meetings and lectures.
• Noon Sunday, March 21: Festival ceremonies and dances.

Galeria Enmarco — Municipio Libre at Costa Rica, Plaza Bravo. El Instituto Chihuahuense de la Cultura and the gallery present an opening reception for “Herrumbre,” an exhibit of prints, acrylics and other works by Antonio Ochoa, 7 p.m. Saturday, March 20. 3252451, 3242873 or (cel) 7088730.

Club de Mujeres Profesionistas y de Negocios — Nominations for “Mujer del Año 2009” are sought. Candidates must have been engaged in community or humanitarian work. Send nomination with resume to Lic. Elizabeth Morales, vice president of the club in charge of the convocation, at elizabethmoralesr@hotmail.com.mx.

‘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 Ogla Liset Olivas and Lupita Fileto. Information: 806Noticias.com.mx.


— Juárez correspondent Walter Schaefer
2 022988 (cobracollectionag@hotmail.com)

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