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Farmington Community Calendar: Things to do in Northern New Mexico

A National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People event will be held May 5 at Berg Park. Pictured: Fort Lewis College students hold signs calling attention to missing and murdered Indigenous women on Indigenous Peoples Day in 2019. (Herald file photo)
Farmington
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.

Spring Bash, 1-4 p.m., San Juan College Learning Commons/Graduation Plaza, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Celebrate the end of the college school year with Nerf guns, volleyball, yard games, challenges and more. Sodas, nachos, hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided. Details: www.sanjuancollege.edu.

The Civic Winds jazz orchestra and Piedra Vista jazz ensemble Cinco de Mayo concert, 3 p.m., Turano-Chrisman Performing Arts Center, 5700 College Blvd. Free. Celebrate the day with Latin jazz and salsa dance music.

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.

Michaels grand opening celebration, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., San Juan South Shopping Center, 3030 E. Main St. unit A40. Community members are invited to celebrate the opening of Michaels with free crafts and maker demos, giveaways, local food favorites and more.

Cinco de Mayo car show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Northern Edge Casino, 2752 Indian Service Road 36. $25 for cars, $15 for motorcycles. Hosted by Good Times Car Club. Music by DJ Kaztro. Details: (505) 960-7000.

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.

Saturday, May 20

“Lightyear” showing, 2 p.m., Connie Gotsch Theatre. Free. The film is presented by Farmington Cinematheque Series. Attendees are invited to wear costumes. Details: (505) 566-3430.

Sunday, May 21

Family concert: Movie music, 2 p.m., Henderson Performance Hall, 4601 College Blvd. $5. San Juan Symphony will perform favorite movie scores in an interactive format. An instrument petting zoo will take place at 1 p.m. Tickets: sanjuansymphony.org.

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. 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 5. 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
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.

Sunday, May 14

Vaccine clinic for dogs, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Aztec City Hall, 201 W. Chaco St. Hosted by Rez Dawg Rescue. Distemper/parvo free, rabies $15, bordetella/kennel cough $15 and microchip $20. Cash only. Bring previous vaccine records if available. The clinic will be conducted in a drive-up manner.

Saturday, May 27

Old Aztec walking tour, 9-11 a.m., Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave. $10 adult, $6 children. Tour historic downtown Aztec and learn about its history, buildings and founders. Preregistration required, as space is limited. Register: (505) 334-9829.

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
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
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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