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NOVEMBER 2008
1st—"Boomed, Busted, & Bought Out Again": Mining in New Mexico: Hubbard Museum of the American West.
Exhibit runs through Jan. 4, 2009 More Info: 575-378-4142 Web: www.hubbardmuseum.org
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2nd—"Land Grants & Water Rights": Hubbard Museum of the American West.
Presented by Dr. Stefanie Beninato More Info: 575-378-4142 Web: www.hubbardmuseum.org
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2nd—Daylight Savings Time: Daylight Savings Time ends..
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8th—Fall E-Waste Event: IGA Lawrence Brothers Parking Lot.
This
event provides people with the opportunity to properly dispose of
electronic items, including computer hardware, printers, telephones,
cell phones, radios & TV's, small appliances, and many other items.
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. More Info: LCSWA 378-4697 Web: www.lcswa.org
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8th—Avalanche Extreme: Spencer Theater.
See the extreme mountain sports film, Teton, which will premier. Boarding demos, food, music and more. More Info: 575-336-4800 Web: www.spencertheater.com
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9th—Bill Cosby: Inn of the Mountain Gods.
Among
the albums he has made, there are 8 Gold Records, and 5 Platinum
Records. He has also won 5 Grammys, toured all across the country and
was on the "Cosby Show" for almost 10 years. Visit ticketmaster online
for ticket info. Performances are at 3 pm and 7 pm. More Info: 1-888-324-0348 Web: www.innofthemountaingods.com
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11th—3rd Annual Veterans' Day Tribute: No Scum Allowed Saloon, White Oaks, NM.
Free BBQ and Live Music from 10 am - 6 pm.
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13th—Chili Supper: Community United Methodist.
5:00 - 7:00 pm. 220 Junction Road. $7 per person. Tickets can be purchased by phone or at the church office, or at the door. More Info: 257-4170
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14th—Los Lonely Boys: Inn of the Mountain Gods.
The Los Lonely Boys are back for another performance! Tickets are available online at ticketmaster.com More Info: 1-888-324-0348 Web: www.innofthemountaingods.com
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 14th-16th—20th Annual Christmas Jubilee: Convention Center.
Shop ‘til you drop and bring the kids for a visit with Santa. Hrs: Fri. Noon-6, Sat. 10-6 & Sun. 11-4 Admission only $1! More Info: Bev Reynolds, 336-8206 or Becky Baker, 336-4023 Web: www.christmasjubilee.net
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20th & 21st—Jesus Christ Superstar: Spencer Theater.
Thursday
and Friday at 8 pm. Tickets are $49 & $46. Fri. 8 pm $59 &
$56 This moving production, starring 30 professional singers, dancers,
and orchestra musicians with Troika Entertainment, is as relevant and
timeless as ever. More Info: 1-888-818-7872 Web: www.spencertheater.com
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20th—"Open Stage" Poetry Jam: Atticus Books & Tea House.
from 6 to 8 pm. This is an "open mike night". Open to everyone. *Takes place every third Thursday. More Info: 575-257-2665
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21st & 22nd—The Western Frontier Mountain Gun Show: Ruidoso Convention Center.
Presented by the Ruidoso Evening Lions Club. More Info: 575-258-5445
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22nd—3rd Annual Painted Burro Sale & Auction: Gallery 408 Carrizozo, NM .
Doors open at 5 p.m. Free Burrito Dinner & Auction 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. More Info: 575-648-2598 Web: www.gallery408.com
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27th—Thanksgiving Day: For
a complete list of local restaurants & delis whre you can purchas
your pre-cooked meals to enjoy at your home or lodge. Web: www.ruidoso.net/thanksgiving
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27th— Ski Apache Opening Day: Ruidoso.
Adult full day $26 & Child Full Day $17. More Info: 464-3600 Web: www.skiapache.com
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28th—Festival of Lights: This is the "lighting" date for all the midtown merchants and all the light poles.: Ruidoso.
After dark More Info: 575-257-7395 Web: www.ruidosofol.org
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28th,29th, & 30th—FOL Walk Through Bethlehem: Angus Church of the Nazarene.
6-8
p.m. 45 minute interactive walk through a recreated village of
Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s Birth. Cast of over 60 live actors
plus real animals. Talk to the actors about the times they portray. More Info: 336-8032 Web: www.ruidosofol.org
- Denotes MAJOR annual events that attract the most visitors
or where large attendance may generally be expected. Events
are always subject to change or cancellation, please call
listed contacts for additional info.
DECEMBER 2008
1st—Fall American Photography Show: Hubbard Museum of the American West.
Exhibit will go through December 26th. More Info: 575-378-4142 Web: www.hubbardmuseum.org
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1st—Santa's Helpers: Ruidoso Convention Center.
Santa's
Helpers work shop is on Dec. 1st. Applications will be available at
KIDX Radio at 1086 Mechem Dr. in Ruidoso. Delivery will be Dec. 19th. More Info: 258-2446
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1st - 5th—Gingerbread House Competition Entries: Inn of the Mountain Gods.
What
are the holidays without Gingerbread Houses!? Call for details about
the competition and where to view the entries. 575-464-7777.
More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.ruidosofol.org
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4th—Flyng J Wranglers Christmas Special: Spencer Theater.
The
Flying J Wranglers' holiday show features rich meloduous western
yodeling, vocals, fiddle and guitars in a program of traditional
favorites and new and classic western/cowboy Christmas songs,
instrumentals and homespun comedy. Their home-cooked chuck wagon meals,
western stage shows and Christmas concerts are in high demand. More Info: 1-888-818-7872 Web: www.spencertheater.com
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4th—Christmas in the Park Tree Lighting: Schoolhouse Park.
6 p.m. Join the Village of Ruidoso in their annual lighting of the Yule Log. Free admission. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.ruidosofol.org
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4th, 5th, & 7th—Walk Through Bethlehem: Angus Church of the Nazarene.
6-8
p.m. 45 minute interactive walk through a recreated village of
Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s Birth. Cast of over 60 live actors
plus real animals. Talk to the actors about the times they portray. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.ruidosofol.org
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5th - 7th—"The Snow Queen": Ruidoso High School Performing Arts Center.
Friday,
7 pm. Sat. and Sun, 2 pm. The Hans Christian Anderson tale revealing
the power of friendship and perserverance over the world's often
distracting and sometimes sinister influences. This exciting production
will utilize puppetry, creative lighting effects, and innovative
costuming. Lincoln County Community Theater production. More Info: Sandy 257-4001 Web: ww.ruidosofol.org
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5th-7th—Treasures of Sierra Blanca Art Show: River Crossing.
Friday
12-6 pm, Sat & Sun 1-6pm. Explore the fine arts of our incredibly
talented Lincoln County artists at River Crossing. Don't miss the
Artist Reception & Bonfire following the Parade of Lights on Dec.
6. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.ruidosofol.org
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6th—Parade of Lights: Midtown Ruidoso.
Beautifully
lit and fantastically festive, the Festival of Lights Electric Light
parade starts at 5:30 pm from the corner of Sudderth/Mechem, through
Midtown, down to the Chamber of Commerce. More Info: 257-7395 Web: www.ruidosofol.org
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6th—"Travel to Holidays Past": Hubbard Museum of the American West.
This
event will feature museum staff and volunteers dressed in period
costume creating vignettes around artifacts on the main floor of the
Museum where visitors can interact with interpreters about holiday
traditions in the past. Children may be issued a "passport"as they
enter the Museum and visit each station, and can sit with Santa Claus
before leaving. Refreshments and crafts activities will be available
for patrons as well. More Info: 575-378-4142 Web: www.hubbardmuseum.org
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7th—Fundraiser Supper & Auction: Fort Lone Tree Dining Hall.
6
miles NE of Capitan from 4:30 to 8:30. Tickets are $125. Guest to dine
and have fun while supporting our mission which impacts thousands of
people throughout each year. Reservations required. All proceeds will
go towards the Fort's Gym Project. More Info: 575-354-4265 E-mail: nmfort@lonetree.org
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7th—A Celtic Yuletide: Spencer Theater.
8
pm $49 & $46. Famed tenor Michael Londra, the former star of
Broadway's Riverdance, brings his vocal beauty to the Spencer. The
performance also features the energetic, young Irish Celtic band, An
Dochas, a four vocalist group armed with pulsating pipes, whistles,
Bohdran, fiddle, guitar, bass and drums. Their name means "The Hope" in
Gaelic. More Info: 1-888-818-7872 Web: www.spencertheater.com
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7th—Snacks w/Santa Following Snow Queen: Ruidoso High School.
Starts
at 3:30 pm. Come and enjoy some snacks and talk with the cast of the
Snow Queen and enjoy the Community Sing-Along with the ENMU Choir at 4
pm. More Info: 1-877-71-LIGHTS Web: www.ruidosofol.org
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9th—Christmas at the Lodge: The Lodge at Sierra Blanca.
6:30 pm. Merriment and carols led by Ol' St. Nick. Cider, Hot Chocolate, Confections, International Cheese Board. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.ruidosofol.org
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11th—Gingerbread House Competition Judging: Inn of the Mountain Gods.
2:00 - 3:00 pm. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.ruidosofol.org
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12th-14th—Lincoln County Community Theater: "The Snow Queen": Ruidoso High School Performing Arts Center.
Friday 7 pm, Saturday and Sunday at 2 pm. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.ruidosonow.com
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13th—Calvary Chapel Hand-Crafted Christmas Bazaar: Calvary Chapel of Ruidoso.
127
Vision Dr. From 9 to 4 pm. Hot homemade Chile, soups, and cornbread.
Unique handmade art & gifts. Vendor space available. More Info: 575-354-0758
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13th—Old Fashioned Christmas in Lincoln: Lincoln, NM.
From
noon to 4 p.m. A Christmas celebration where you can come dressed in a
costume from the 1880's and win prizes for the best costume. Fun for
kids, Santa Clause Tours, Door Prizes, visit merchants who will be
providing treats and entertainment. More Info: 575-653-4670
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13th—Cowboy Christmas Ball: Alto Lakes Country Club.
Dinner
7 p.m. Jody Nix & The Texas Cowboys from 8-11 p.m. Sponsored by The
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Posse. Tickets from any Posse member or
Village Ace Hardware More Info: 257-7397
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13th—Christmas at Mountain Annie's: Mountain Annie's Dinner Theater.
This
program will reflect Christmas music from around the world. Also
included will be a "Salute to the Troops". The ENMU Chorale, "The Sons
of the Sacrementos", Toma and Maria Blake, and Sheliah Wilson of HAFB. More Info: 575-257-7982 Web: www,mountainannies.com
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18th—"Open Stage" Poetry Jam: Atticus Books & Tea House.
From 6 to 8 pm. This is an "open mike night". Open to everyone. *Takes place every third Thursday of the month. More Info: 575-257-2665
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19th & 20th—"Two Tales of Christmas": Atticus Books & Tea House.
"Gift
of the Magi" written by O-Henry and "A Child's Christmas in Wales" by
Dylan Thomas. Tickets are $12 and seating is limited! You can buy
tickets in advance at Atticus Books, 413 Mechem (Across from Can't Stop
Smokin'). More Info: 257-2665
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20th—Ski Apache Torch Light Parade: Ski Apache.
A
native drum will begin playing at 5 p.m., and the Parade is at 6.
Veteran skiers and their lighted torches will ski down the mountain.
Assorted snacks and refreshments will be available. Free admission!
Spectators are encouraged to be there by 5:45 More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.ruidosofol.org
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20th—The Nutcracker: Spencer Theater.
Starring
more that 50 Ruidoso-area dancers ages 4 and up, the two-act ballet
classic is under the atistic direction of Deborah Rogers, a former
professional dancer with several Houston companies. RDE's Nutcracker
features delightful choreography, lavish costumes and sweet scenery
that never fails to impress. More Info: 1-888-818-7872 Web: www.spencertheater.com
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24th—Christmas in Historic Lincoln: Lincoln.
Traditional lighting of luminarias along Hwy 380 at dusk. More Info: Sherry, 575-653-4680
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24th—Carrizozo Christmas Eve Celebration: Carrizozo, NM Starts at dusk..
Luminarias, hay rides & open-house at some businesses More Info: Carrizozo Chamber 575-648-2732
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26th & 27th—"Two Tales of Christmas": Atticus Books & Tea House.
"Gift
of the Magi" written by O-Henry and "A Child's Christmas in Wales" by
Dylan Thomas. Tickets are $12 and seating is limited! You can buy
tickets in advance at Atticus Books, 413 Mechem (Across from Can't Stop
Smokin'). More Info: 257-2665 E-mail: Web:
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31st—The Fabulous Fireballs: Christmas Show and Sing-Along at Mountain Annie's. .
Come and "rock out" with the Fabulous Fireballs 60's Rock 'N' Roll Show. More Info: 257-7982 Web: www.mountainannies.com
- Denotes MAJOR annual events that attract the most visitors
or where large attendance may generally be expected. Events
are always subject to change or cancellation, please call
listed contacts for additional info.
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