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The Swingin' Scorps jazz dinner will raise funds to support the Farmington High School band program. (Stock photo)
Farmington
April 1-27

San Juan College will host a variety of activities for Sexual Assault Awareness month. Details: bit.ly/43bfhCO.

April 21, 22, 28-30

August: Osage County by Tracy Letts, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Totah Theater, 315 W. Main St. $10-$12. Presented by Theater Ensemble Arts. When the large Weston family unexpectedly reunites after Dad disappears, their Oklahoman family homestead explodes in a maelstrom of repressed truths and unsettling secrets. Tickets: theater-ensemble-arts.square.site. Details: (505) 326-2839, teartsnm@gmail.com.

Wednesday, April 26

National Pretzel Day event, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Farm Bureau Financial Services – Storme Anderson, 2910 Bloomfield Hwy. Stop by Anderson’s office for a hard, soft or chocolate dipped pretzel and ask questions about financial services. Details: (505) 258-4444.

Business Builder workshop, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Artifacts Gallery, 302 E. Main St. Free. Learn tactics to revise, review or revamp a marketing program with Local New Network and Farmington Chamber of Commerce. Details: (970) 300-3428.

Narcan/naloxone training, noon-2 p.m., 1515 E. 20th St., Suite B. Free. Learn how naloxone can save a life in the event of an opioid overdose. Seating is limited. RSVP required. Registration: cac@sjcpartnership.org.

Thursday, April 27

Focus on Farmington Coffee, 8 a.m. San Juan College School of Energy, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Hosted by Four Corners Energy Conference. Details: Jamie Church at (505) 325-0279 or jamie@gofarmington.com.

Live music with Kyle Smith and Green Buddha, 7:30 p.m., Lauter Haus, 1806 E. 20th St. $10. Tickets: holdmyticket.com/event/409424.

Friday, April 28

Arbor Day tree giveaway, 8 a.m., parking lot F near the San Juan College Cultural Center. Trees will be given away on a first come, first served basis.

San Juan College mascot launch party, 2-4 p.m., San Juan College Learning Commons Plaza. Meet the college’s new mascot and take photos with him. Enjoy food, drinks, music and games.

Parent workshop: potty training, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Child and Family Development Center classroom 8128, 4601 College Blvd. Hosted by Amplified Therapy. For parents of children ages 0 to 3 years old. Details: Selece Gathings, (505) 632-4369 or (505) 675-0450.

“Save Jane” event, 4-5 p.m., Orchard Plaza Park. Free. Hosted by Childhaven to promote Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. Details: (505) 325-5358, etc. 210, andreap@childhavennnm.org.

The Swingin' Scorps jazz dinner, 5:30 p.m., FHS Commons, 2200 Sunset Ave. $25. Support the FHS Band with an evening of dinner and dancing. Live music performed by the Swingin' Scorps. Dinner catered by Olive Garden. Tickets: bit.ly/41CaSHu.

Flashlight Night Hike, 7-9 p.m., San Juan College HHPC. Free. Hikers of all levels of fitness are invited to hike and make s’mores. Register online at www.imleagues.com/sjc. Details: Erica at rawsone@sanjuancollege.edu or (505) 566-3819.

San Juan College Symphonic Band concert, 7-9 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center Performance Hall. $6-$8. Conducted by Dr. Teun B. Fetz, the band will play a variety of up-tempo music, with a mix of lovely lyrical songs. Tickets: bit.ly/417mPVv.

Live music with Onry Ozzborn, 7:30 p.m., Lauter Haus, 1806 E. 20th St. $10. Special guests include Sleep and UBO. Presented by Conscious Roots & Rocky Mountain Cannabis. Tickets: holdmyticket.com/event/409360.

Saturday, April 29

Museum EDventure, all day, tours begin at Farmington Museum & Visitor Center, 3041 E. Main St. $85-$95. Explore the cultural heritage of the Four Corners on an all-day field trip to Canyon de Chelly. For those 16 years old and older. The program includes transportation.

Locke Street Eats craft fair, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Locke Street Eats, 112 N. Locke Ave. Shop a variety of makers and artists while enjoying a meal from one of the site’s food trucks.

Community yard sale, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Acts Christian Academy, 2600 N. Sullivan Ave. $30 space rental. Donated items will be accepted through April 26. Details: (505) 326-5149.

Dia de los Ninos celebration, 9 a.m.-noon, San Juan College Learning Commons plaza, 4601 College Blvd. Celebrate Children’s Day with San Juan College and area performers, organizations, libraries and clubs. A variety of family-friendly activities will be offered. Details: farmingtonnm.org/events/dia-de-los-ninos.

Independent Bookstore Day and book signing, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Amy's Bookcase, 2530 San Juan Blvd. Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day while building community.

Bark in the Park and Doggie Dash, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Animas Park parking lot. Join Farmington Regional Animal Shelter for a day of family fun that celebrates animal welfare. The Doggie Dash starts at 10 a.m. Vendors, the adoptable pet parade, entertainment and more will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration for the Doggie Dash is free and early registration provides a T-shirt and doggie bandanna. Details: farmingtonnm.org/events/bark-in-the-park-doggie-dash.

Mother’s Day Extravaganza, noon-4 p.m., Detailz Boutique, 708 S. Tucker Ave. Celebrate the boutique’s sixth anniversary and Mother’s Day with friends. Shop Detailz Boutique, Crush Bath Treats, B3 Boutique, This Ann That Boutique and Lipsense by Trudy.

Princess Tea Party, 12:30 p.m., Spotlight Theater, 2200 N. Sunset Ave. $5-$10. Dress in prince and princess attire and enjoy performances from Hermosa Middle School choir princes and princesses. Tickets: bit.ly/3UL8wUo.

Live music with The Dusty Saddle Band, 6-9 p.m., No Worries Sports Bar and Grill, 1298 W. Navajo St. Enjoy a meal and drinks while listening to live country music.

Live music with The Sandstoners band, 6-10 p.m., Locke Street Eats, 112 N. Locke St. Free. Listen to covers and originals from The Sandstoners. No outside food or drinks allowed.

Get’n Chizzy with It stand up comedy performance, 8:15-midnight, Dino’s Hideaway Bar, 405 County Road 390. $20-$25 for VIP, $15 at the door. Meet and greet at 7 p.m. Doors open at 7:45 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday, April 29-30

Roadrunner Region PCA Die Series Autocross, 7:45-3 p.m., McGee Park, 41 County Road 5568. Free. Priority will be given PCA drivers. Porsche and non-Porsches are welcome. Details: www.motorsportreg.com.

Sunday, April 30

Drive it Dirty rod run, 9 a.m., meet at Road Runners club house, 109 N. Allen Ave. Cruise through mountain roads with the club.

Monday, May 1

Child and babysitting safety certification course, 1:30 p.m., Measure and Make, 3836 E. Main St, Suites A and B. $50. Learn about safety, caregiving, first aid tips and who to work with parents and children. Taught by VTac Emergency Response Training and Consulting. Additional class are offered May 8 and 15. Register: www.vtacnm.com.

Tuesday, May 2

Farmington Action Team meeting, 11:30 a.m., Farmington Museum and Visitor Center, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Rachelle Crosby, of city of Farmington's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs department, will present on plans for the new all abilities park, Boundless Adventures.

Jazz Ensemble performance, 7 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Performance Hall, 4601 College Blvd. $6-$8, children and students free. Enjoy a night of jazz music. Tickets: www.sanjuancollege.edu/news-and-events.

Wednesday, May 3

Anne Hillerman presentation, 6 p.m., Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. Free. Hillerman will speak on the use of historical landscape in fiction and pay tribute to Marilu Waybourn. Presentation by San Juan County Historical Society. Details: www.sanjuancountyhistoricalsociety.org.

Cornhole tournament, 7-10 p.m., Locke Street Eats, 112 N. Locke St. Free. Prizes awarded to first place teams. The tournament will continue every Wednesday. Registration: Use the Scoreholio app and choose Locke Street Eats Corn Hole Tournament.

Thursday, May 4

New Mexico Workforce Connection’s second annual employment event, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., McGee Park convention and multiuse centers, 41 County Road 5568. Free. Meet employers with open positions. Internet service, computers for online applications, interview spaces and a “dress for success” closet will be provided.

Star Wars Day, 3 p.m., E3 Children's Museum, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Enjoy activities for all ages. Wearing Star Wars gear is encouraged. Details: (505) 599-1425.

Kickball tournament, 6-8 p.m., HHPC, 4601 College Blvd. Free.

Taco cake class, 6 p.m., Inspired Moments Event Center, 310 W. Main St. $60. Learn to make a taco-themed cake for Cinco de Mayo. Register: (505) 860-3988.

Movie night, 6:30 p.m., Locke Street Eats, 112 N. Locke Ave. Bring chairs or blankets and watch a movie under the stars while enjoying a meal from one of the site’s food trucks. Movie nights will occur weekly on Thursday nights.

Friday, May 5

National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People event, noon-4 p.m., Berg Park, 400 Scott Ave. Hosted by Vangie Randall-Shorty and the law offices of Darlene Gomez. Details: dargomezlaw@gmail.com, vangie0620@yahoo.com, tlbruss@yahoo.com.

Cinco de Mayo with live music from Isidoro, 6-10 p.m., Locke Street Eats, 112 N. Locke Ave. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Locke Street Eats with music and a meal from one of the site’s food trucks.

San Juan College orchestra concert, 7 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Performance Hall, 4601 College Blvd. $6-$8, children and students free. The orchestra, conducted by Dr. Fetz, will perform a variety of styles and eras, including “Arabian Dances” by Brian Balmages, “Ashokan Farewell” by Jay Unger and “España Cañi” by Pascual Marquina. Tickets: www.sanjuancollege.edu/news-and-events.

AstroFriday: Tortillas in space, 7:30 p.m., San Juan College Planetarium, 4601 College Blvd. Free. An outdoor stargaze will follow the show, weather permitting. Details: (505) 566-3361.

Saturday, May 6

Engineer Meadow hike, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., meet at Outdoor Equipment Rental Center, 4601 College Blvd. Free for SJC students, $20 for nonstudents. Hike 4.4 miles round-trip on moderate switchbacks. Bring water and wear appropriate clothing. Register: (505) 566-3221, outdoor@sanjuancollege.edu.

Spring Ladies' Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., 207 E. Main St. Hosted by Aztec Church of the Nazarene. Jennifer Drake will speak on “Growing in God’s Garden of Grace.” RSVP: (505) 334-6360.

Dance It Out spring recital, noon, Henderson Fine Arts Center, 4601 College Blvd. $12. Dancers will perform in the styles of jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, acro and Bollywood.

Farmington High School Theatre Troupe No. 381 spotlight showcase, noon, Spotlight Theater, 2200 N. Sunset Ave. Donations accepted.

Latin Jazz Cinco de Mayo concert, 3 p.m., Piedra Vista High School, 5700 College Blvd. Free. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a concert presented by Civic Winds Jazz Orchestra and the PVHS Jazz Ensemble. Details: southwestcivicwinds.org/concerts.

“Sundance: A Band 60 Years in the Making” opening reception, 4 to 6 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery, 4601 College Blvd. The exhibit will run May 5 to 26. Details: (505) 566-3464.

Open mic night, 6 p.m., Locke Street Eats, 112 N. Locke Ave. Perform music, poetry, comedy and more. Stage time is limited to 15 minutes per act. No outside food or drinks allowed.

Music for Masada, 6 p.m., Lions Wilderness Amphitheater, 5800 College Blvd. $25. Enjoy a night of dinner and music benefiting Masada House. Participating musicians include Breezin’, Mark Smith, Majik Ham, Twisted Rebel and Amber Swenk and Ryan Woodard. Master of ceremonies will be Ren Harris and Dave Mills. A silent auction will also be held. Tickets: bit.ly/3mGZJ9J.

Mondays

Storytime, 11 a.m., 2 p.m.., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. Storytime for children ages 6 to 11. Details: (505) 599-1270.

Bridge, 12:30 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex multipurpose room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Mexican Train dominoes, 12:30-3:30 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex sun room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Disc golf in the park, 2 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Join San Juan Basin Disc Golf club to play disc golf in all weather. Bring discs. Details: (505) 566-2480.

Arts and crafts for kids, 4 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. For ages 6 to 12 years old. Details: (505) 566-2480.

Singo, 6 p.m., Inspired Moments Event Center, 310 W. Main St. $10. Two games played per night. Prizes awarded. No registration required. Details: www.facebook.com/InspiredMomentsVenue.

Farmington Composite Squadron meeting, 6:30 p.m., Four Corners Regional Airport, 1296 Navajo St. Learn more about the Civil Air Patrol and meet members. Details: (505) 215-3097, info@nmcap.us.

Tuesdays

Crafty Ladies, 9 a.m.-noon, Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex multipurpose room, 109 E. La Plata St. $3. Crafty ladies who enjoy making a different craft each week. Preregistration required. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Writing Class, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex studio room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. A group of patrons who like to write books, poems and short stories. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Quilting & Sewing, 10:30-3:30 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex sunroom, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Join others to socialize while working on individual projects. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Storytime, 11 a.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. Storytime for children ages 6 to 11. Details: (505) 599-1270.

Hooks and Needles, 1 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex sunroom, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Participate in crocheting and needlepoint projects. All skill levels. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Hip Hop dance class, 5 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Learn choreography and freestyle dancing. Ages 6 and older. Open to all ability levels. Registration recommended. Details: (505) 566-2480.

Bible study and potluck dinner, 6 p.m., Calvary Chapel Farmington, 6925 E. Main St. Youths books $10, adult books $35. Potluck at 6 p.m. Child care provided. Details: calvaryfarmington.com.

Community line dance class, 6-7:30 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Taught by Joyce Barrett. Details: (505) 566-2480.

Basketball open gym, 6-8 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center Harv Henry Gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Details: (505) 566-2480.

Four Corners Old Car Club meeting, 6:30 p.m., San Juan College room 9012. The club meets every third Tuesday of the month. Details: (505) 716-7100.

Northern New Mexico Street Rodders, 7 p.m., SunRay Park and Casino Sting Ray Room, 39 County Road 5568. The group meets every second Tuesday of the month. Next meeting is March 14. Details: www.northernnewmexicostreetrodders.com.

Wednesdays

Navajo Bible Study, 10-11 a.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Bible study covers traditional Scriptures and singing in the Navajo language. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Toddler playdate, 10 a.m.-noon, E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed for families with young children to develop early motor skills and find new playmates. Details: (505) 599-1425.

Beadwork, 1-3 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex sunroom, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Join others to socialize while working on individual projects in this Native American art style. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Ceramics, 1-3:30 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center art studio, 109 E. La Plata St. Join Holly and Tina to work on painting ceramics and socializing. Fees may be required for some supplies. Details: (505) 599-1380

Untangled Threads, 2 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. Bring knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross stitch, or more and chat with other people who also like doing crafts. Details: (505) 599-1270.

Afterschool Art! Attack, 3:45-4:30 p.m., E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Explore new art techniques. Ages 6 and older. Details: (505) 599-1425.

Dodgeball, 4 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. All ages. Details: (505) 566-2480.

Paint night, 6 p.m., Inspired Moments Event Center, 310 W. Main St. $30. Various themes. All supplies are included. Additional paints nights are listed online at www.facebook.com/InspiredMomentsVenue. Registration is required. Register: (505) 360-3430.

Youth and adult group counseling, 6-8 p.m., Sasha’s Rainbow of Hope, 501 Airport Drive, Suite 209. Free. Group sessions alternate between youth and adult meetings. Details: (505) 278-7789, ext. 118, BHSD@capacitybuilders.info.

Marine Corps League Detachment 736 monthly meeting, 6 p.m., Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. The group meets on the first Monday of the month.

Rockstar bingo, 6:30 p.m., Traegers, 5170 College Blvd. Details: www.traegersbar.com.

Thursdays

Mental Health Task Force meeting, 9 a.m., virtually with San Juan Safe Communities Initiative. The meeting is held on the first Thursday of every month. To join, contact Gretchen Potter at GAPotter@wellpath.us or (505) 860-3365, or Greg Allen at gregallen@sjsci.org.

San Juan County Seed Savers and Permaculture meeting, 10 a.m.-noon, The Harvest Food Hub, 310 W. Animas St. Discuss gardening practices, prepare seeds for libraries and experiment with plant varieties. The group meets every second Thursday of the month.

Bible Study, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Bible study covers traditional Scriptures and fellowship. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Milk and cookies meetup, 10:30-11:30 a.m., E3 Children’s Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Meet other breastfeeding and chest-feeding families, learn about local resources and build a community of support. Cookies are provided. Details: breastfeedingnm.org.

Trivia Lounge, 1 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Simply Science, 3:45-4:30 p.m., E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Participate in simple science experiments. Dress in clothes that can get messy. Ages 6 and older. Details: (505) 599-1425.

Communion and Fellowship dinner, 5:30 p.m., Calvary Chapel Farmington, 6925 E. Main St. Enjoy dinner with congregation members the first Thursday of each month. Bring a side or dessert. Worship and Communion begin at 6:30 p.m.

Basketball open gym, 6-8 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center Harv Henry Gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Details: (505) 566-2480.

Trivia, 6:30 p.m., Traegers, 5170 College Blvd. Details: www.traegersbar.com.

Fridays

Early Explorers, 10-10:45 a.m., E3 Children’s Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed to allow preschoolers to explore different science concepts. Ages 2 to five years old. Details: (505) 599-1425.

Support group and exercise classes, 10 a.m., Sycamore Park Community Center Harv Henry gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Linda Fourr leads exercise classes and support for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other mobility deficits. Details: (505) 566-2480.

Herb Study, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Herb study meets on the third Friday of the month. Learn a different herb every week and how to use the herb in everyday life. Fees may be required for field trips. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Mexican Train dominoes, 12:30-3:30 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex sunroom, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Art is for Everyone, 1-3 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Accessible art for adults. Learn alternative ways to be creative, have fun and communicate when words are limited. All abilities. Art shows are held the last Friday of every month. Details: (505) 566-2480.

Bridge, 1:30 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex sunroom, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Game/Bingo Night, 4 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. A family friendly event. Games provided or families may bring there own games. Details: (505) 566-2480.

Night at the Library, 6 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. Themed story times for children ages 6 to 11. Details: (505) 599-1270.

Saturdays

Flea market, 8 a.m.- 1 p.m., Locket Street Eats, 112 N. Locke Ave. The flea market is held every first, second and third Saturday of the month. Shop a variety of local vendors and enjoy a meal or drink from one of the on-site food trucks. Details: www.lockesteats.com.

Cars and Coffee, 8:30 a.m., Dunkin’ Donuts, 3030 E. Main St. The group meets every second Saturday of the month. Details: www.northernnewmexicostreetrodders.com.

Harley Davidson Cars and Coffee, 9 a.m., Four Corners Harley Davidson, 6520 E. Main St. The group is collecting nonperishable food items, lap blankets and unwrapped toys for local charities. The group meets every fourth Saturday of the month. Details: www.northernnewmexicostreetrodders.com.

Sundays

Farmington Writers Circle meeting, 3 p.m., Durango Joe’s, 5100 E. Main St., Ste. 100. Writers of all genres are invited to attend. The group meets every third Sunday of the month. Details: www.facebook.com/groups/FarmingtonWritersCircle.

Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays

Belly dancing, 9-10 a.m., Bonnie Dallas Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Learn to belly dance and exercise together in a fun, relaxing program. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Mondays-Fridays

Line dancing, Jamboree: Mondays, 2-3:30 p.m., Beginners: Tuesdays, 1-2 p.m., Transition from beginner to intermediate: Tuesdays, 2-3:30 p.m., Upper-Intermediate: Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m., Advanced: Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m., Intermediate: Fridays, 2-3:00 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 599-1380.

Aztec
Thursday, April 27

Ribbon cutting for Barefoot Bikes, noon-1 p.m., Barefoot Bikes, 102 Main Ave. Hosted by Aztec Chamber of Commerce. Refreshments provided.

Friday, April 28

Student poetry and open mic night, 6-8 p.m., Feat of Clay gallery, 222 N. Main Ave. Students from San Juan College will present poetry, essays and short stories.

Saturday, April 29

Spring Craft Fair, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Aztec Boys and Girls Club, 311 S. Ash St. $5 adults, children 15 years old and younger free. Shop local artisans, crafters and galleries. Vendor spaces available by contacting office@aztecbg-club.com or (505) 334-8861.

Rummage sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cedar Hill Schoolhouse, 2 County Road 2343. The sale will benefit the schoolhouse. Donations for the sale will be accepted. Details: (505) 609-1835.

National Junior Ranger Day, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Aztec Ruins National Monument, 725 Ruins Road. Special Junior Ranger programs will be offered throughout the day, including ranger-guided programs and activities, touch tables and photo opportunities.

Monday-Friday, May 1-5

Koogler Middle School cheer tryouts, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Koogler gym and cafeteria, 455 N. Light Plant Road. Incoming sixth, seventh and eighth grade students may try out for the cheer team. Register through RankOne prior to tryouts and upload athletic forms. Wear black shorts, a white T-shirt, tennis shoes and hair in a low ponytail. Details: (505) 635-1152, paekhohe@aztecschools.com.

Saturday, May 6

Alien mountain bike race, 7:30 a.m., Alien Run trailhead. $40-$65. Beginner, sport, pro and expert levels are available. Register: my.raceresult.com/236592/registration.

Live raffle drawing for a RZR or motorcycle, 1-3 p.m., 550 Taproom, 119 E Chuska St. $100. Proceeds of the raffle benefit Aztec Boys and Girls Club. Tickets: bit.ly/3H6f4r8.

Celebrating La Nina: Nina Otero Warren, 2-3 p.m., Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave. Learn about the life of Nina Otero-Warren, who served as the superintendent of schools in Santa Fe and organized the Santa Fe Fiesta, Indian Market and Spanish Colonial Arts. Details: www.aztecmuseum.org.

Thursdays

Storytime, 10 a.m., Aztec Public Library, 319 S. Ash St. Free. Discuss a variety of books with other book lovers. Ages 18 and older. Details: (505) 334-7657.

Bingo, pool and cards, 9:30 a.m., Aztec Senior Center, 101 S. Park Ave. Details: (505) 334-2881.

Bloomfield
Thursday, April 27

Planning for the Unexpected presentation by County Hancock, 3 p.m., Bloomfield Multicultural Center event room, 333 S. First St. Hancock is a financial planner with Edward Jones. She will speak on debt, mortgage and other financial topics. The program is presented by Bloomfield Public Library.

Mondays and Wednesdays

Basketball, 6-8 p.m., Bloomfield City Public Library, 333 S. First St. $30 punch card for 15 session, $2 drop-in. Ages 16 and older. Details: (505) 632-8315.

Tuesdays

BLAST after school program, 4 p.m., Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.

Tuesdays and Thursdays

Yoga, 6 p.m., Bloomfield City Public Library, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.

Wednesdays

Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.

Fourth Tuesday

Salmon Ruins board of directors meeting, 6 p.m., Salmon Ruins, Museum, 6131 U.S. Highway 64. Details: (505) 632-2013, salmonruins.education@gmail.com.

Third Thursday

Bloomfield Book Club meeting, 3 p.m., Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.

First Saturday

Neighborhood watch all district meeting, 10 a.m.-noon, Sweet Bean Coffee Shop, 901 N. First St. Details: Bloomfield Police Department at (505) 632-6311.

Kirtland
Saturday, April 29

Live music with Krossroad Band, 9 p.m., Mod at Kirk Center, Shiprock. $10. All ages event. Food trucks and vendors invited to participate.

Friday, Saturday, May 5-6

Shiprock Marathon, various times, Shiprock Youth Center, 4198 U.S. Highway 491, Shiprock. $40-$90. The 40th annual Shiprock marathon ais a Boston Marathon qualifier and a part of the Abbott Marathon Majors Masters World Championships. Race options include a 5K, half marathon and marathon. Register: www.shiprockmarathon.com.

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