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State Baseball Championships

Sports & Outdoor Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Sports Sub: Baseball. Sports Level: High School. Contact: Dusty Young • 505.923.3286 • dyoung@nmact.org. Tuesday, May 13, 2008. For more info visit www.nmact.org.

Storytime at the Library, ages 0-5

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $0. Notes: For information about days and times at the library in your area, call 311 or log on to www.cabq.gov/library/activity.html. Tuesday, May 13, 2008. Multiple Libraries Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

NM Switch Enrollment

Community Region: Southeast New Mexico. Age Range: Adults. Price - Low: 0.00. Contact: NM Retiree Healthcare Authority. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. NM Military Institute Campus Pearson Auditorium 101 W College Blvd Roswell, NM 88201-5100.

"Three Hundred Years of Albuquerque History"

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Arts Sub: Other. Age Range: All Ages. Notes: The Special Collections Library presents a large compilation of images and documents about life in Albuquerque from its founding in 1706 up to modern times. This exhibit, created to celebrate the city's Tricentennial, was assembled from treasures in the collection of the Center for Southwest Research at U.N.M. Library. Exhibit creator Nancy Brown Martinez has provided the community with a new opportunity to view this remarkable presentation of Albuquerque's history. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Special Collections Library 423 Central Ave. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

IAIA Museum May Events

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Various. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $85. Ticket Phone: 505-983-8900 ext. 122. Ticket Web Link: gwhite@iaia.edu. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: RSVP required (1) week prior to event May 7, 11:30am-12:30pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour; $10 | Members FREE Thursday, May 8, 6pm “Grassroots Art in Lesotho, Swaziland & Kwa Zulu Natal,” The Answers Lie Within lecture series, FREE May 10, 11:30am-1:30pm Artists’ Studio Tour and Pueblo Luncheon with Angie Reano-Owen (Santo Domingo Pueblo), Jewelry; $85 | Members only $65 May 13, 3:00-4:00pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour: $10 | Members FREE May 14-15, Exact Times TBA IAIA New Media Studen… Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 10:00 AM – Wednesday, June 4, 2008, 4:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

IAIA Students: Juried Art Show & Sale

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: IAIA Museum Lloyd Kiva New Gallery (Museum Store). Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Contact: Maggie Ohnesorgen. Notes: Group show featuring IAIA student works. All media. Opening reception on May 9, 4-7pm. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaia.edu.

Museum Exhibits: Voices from the Mound: Choctaw Contemporary / Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iaiamuseum.org. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: Voices from the Mound: Contemporary Choctaw is a group show entirely of work by Choctaw artists. It offers the rare opportunity to see the works of esteemed Choctaw artists from both the Oklahoma and Mississippi bands. Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED includes many never-before-seen works. In their classic ‘flat style’ these paintings tell the story of Choctaw life. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

NM Switch Enrollment

Community Region: Southeast New Mexico. Age Range: Adults. Price - Low: 0.00. Contact: NM Retiree Healthcare Authority. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Carlsbad Library, Library Annex 101 S Halagueno St Carlsbad, NM 88220-5726.

Pennywise * Strung Out * Authority Zero LIVE

Entertainment & Nightlife Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Price - Low: $20. Ticket Web Link: http://www.sunshinetheaterlive.com/. Notes: Enter to win the Ultimate Pennywise Prize! http://kasa.4wmt.com/?go=pennywise. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Sunshine Theater 120 Central Ave SW Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit kasa.4wmt.com.

Taos Spring Arts Celebration

Fairs & Festivals Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: 800-732-8267 / 505-758-3872. Notes: The entire month of May and June, 2008 This celebration of the visual, performing, and literary arts of Taos consumes the town each spring. There are gallery openings, art walks, concerts, and even the restaurants get into the picture with special wine dinners hosted by local artists. A commemorative poster is published each year to mark the event. Posters and celebration events are available at Taos County Chamber of Commerce. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 6:00 PM. Taos, New Mexico Taos Chamber of Commerce 1139 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571-4445. For more info visit www.taoschamber.org.

Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism Course

Religious Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: RigDzin Dharma Founation. Notes: This five-week series explores the basic components of the Tibetan Buddhist path and how we can make them relevant in daily life. The material is both an introduction for those who are new to or curious about Tibetan Buddhism as well as a review for those already practicing the path. You are welcome to attend individual sessions or the entire series. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. RigDzin Dharma Foundation 322 Washington St SE Albuquerque, NM 87108-2735.

NM Retiree Switch Enrollment

Community Region: Southeast New Mexico. Age Range: Adults. Price - Low: 0.00. Contact: NM Retiree Healthcare Authority. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM. Alamorgordo Public Schools Board Room 1211 Hawaii Ave Alamogordo, NM 88310.

Storytime at the Library, ages 0-5

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $0. Notes: For information about days and times at the library in your area, call 311 or log on to www.cabq.gov/library/activity.html. Wednesday, May 14, 2008. Multiple Libraries Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

"Three Hundred Years of Albuquerque History"

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Arts Sub: Other. Age Range: All Ages. Notes: The Special Collections Library presents a large compilation of images and documents about life in Albuquerque from its founding in 1706 up to modern times. This exhibit, created to celebrate the city's Tricentennial, was assembled from treasures in the collection of the Center for Southwest Research at U.N.M. Library. Exhibit creator Nancy Brown Martinez has provided the community with a new opportunity to view this remarkable presentation of Albuquerque's history. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Special Collections Library 423 Central Ave. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

IAIA Museum May Events

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Various. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $85. Ticket Phone: 505-983-8900 ext. 122. Ticket Web Link: gwhite@iaia.edu. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: RSVP required (1) week prior to event May 7, 11:30am-12:30pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour; $10 | Members FREE Thursday, May 8, 6pm “Grassroots Art in Lesotho, Swaziland & Kwa Zulu Natal,” The Answers Lie Within lecture series, FREE May 10, 11:30am-1:30pm Artists’ Studio Tour and Pueblo Luncheon with Angie Reano-Owen (Santo Domingo Pueblo), Jewelry; $85 | Members only $65 May 13, 3:00-4:00pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour: $10 | Members FREE May 14-15, Exact Times TBA IAIA New Media Studen… Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 10:00 AM – Thursday, June 5, 2008, 4:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

IAIA Students: Juried Art Show & Sale

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: IAIA Museum Lloyd Kiva New Gallery (Museum Store). Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Contact: Maggie Ohnesorgen. Notes: Group show featuring IAIA student works. All media. Opening reception on May 9, 4-7pm. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaia.edu.

Museum Exhibits: Voices from the Mound: Choctaw Contemporary / Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iaiamuseum.org. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: Voices from the Mound: Contemporary Choctaw is a group show entirely of work by Choctaw artists. It offers the rare opportunity to see the works of esteemed Choctaw artists from both the Oklahoma and Mississippi bands. Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED includes many never-before-seen works. In their classic ‘flat style’ these paintings tell the story of Choctaw life. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

NM Retiree Switch Enrollment

Community Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: Adults. Price - Low: 0.00. Contact: NM Retiree Healthcare Authority. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM. City Commission Chambers 215 E Center St Tucumcari, NM 88401-2214.

Taos Spring Arts Celebration

Fairs & Festivals Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: 800-732-8267 / 505-758-3872. Notes: The entire month of May and June, 2008 This celebration of the visual, performing, and literary arts of Taos consumes the town each spring. There are gallery openings, art walks, concerts, and even the restaurants get into the picture with special wine dinners hosted by local artists. A commemorative poster is published each year to mark the event. Posters and celebration events are available at Taos County Chamber of Commerce. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 6:00 PM. Taos, New Mexico Taos Chamber of Commerce 1139 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571-4445. For more info visit www.taoschamber.org.

Cirque du Soleil-Saltimbanco

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Santa Ana Star Center 3001 Civic Center Cir NE Rio Rancho, NM 87144-4500.

NM Retiree Switch Enrollment

Community Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: Adults. Price - Low: 0.00. Contact: NM Retiree Healthcare Authority. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM. Clovis Community College Room 101 417 Schepps Blvd Clovis, NM 88101-8345.

Guitar Hero Concerts

Entertainment & Nightlife Region: Central New Mexico. Notes: Hey Rock Stars, it's time to show off your mad skills in front of a live audience. Gel your hair and put on your leather pants. Laffs wants to make you a Guitar Hero. You’ll be in the spot light while you jam through our thumpin' sound system! Rock out while your heart’s pumpin', hand’s sweatin', and you jam as the light show is going full out! Come out of the basement & play Guitar Hero on our X-BOX 360. Wednesday & Thursday - Doors open 7:00 PM • Professional Comedy Show 8:00 PM • Guitar Heroes concert… Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 9:00 PM – Thursday, May 15, 2008, 12:00 AM. Laffs Comedy Club, 6001 San Mateo Blvd. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.laffscomedy.com.

NM Retiree Switch Enrollment

Community Region: Southeast New Mexico. Age Range: Adults. Price - Low: 0.00. Contact: NM Retiree Healthcare Authority. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 9:00 PM – Thursday, May 15, 2008, 12:00 AM. NMJC Continuing Education Building Room 113 5317 N Lovington Hwy Hobbs, NM 88240-9121.

Mock Trial Nationals

Sports & Outdoor Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Sports Sub: Other. Sports Level: High School. Contact: Rudy Aragon • 505.923.3270 • raragon@nmact.org. Thursday, May 15, 2008. For more info visit www.nmact.org.

State Softball Championships

Sports & Outdoor Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Sports Sub: Baseball. Sports Level: High School. Contact: Gene Pino • 505.923.3272 • gpino@nmact.org. Thursday, May 15, 2008. For more info visit www.nmact.org.

Storytime at the Library, ages 0-5

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $0. Notes: For information about days and times at the library in your area, call 311 or log on to www.cabq.gov/library/activity.html. Thursday, May 15, 2008. Multiple Libraries Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

"Three Hundred Years of Albuquerque History"

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Arts Sub: Other. Age Range: All Ages. Notes: The Special Collections Library presents a large compilation of images and documents about life in Albuquerque from its founding in 1706 up to modern times. This exhibit, created to celebrate the city's Tricentennial, was assembled from treasures in the collection of the Center for Southwest Research at U.N.M. Library. Exhibit creator Nancy Brown Martinez has provided the community with a new opportunity to view this remarkable presentation of Albuquerque's history. Thursday, May 15, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Special Collections Library 423 Central Ave. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

IAIA Museum May Events

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Various. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $85. Ticket Phone: 505-983-8900 ext. 122. Ticket Web Link: gwhite@iaia.edu. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: RSVP required (1) week prior to event May 7, 11:30am-12:30pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour; $10 | Members FREE Thursday, May 8, 6pm “Grassroots Art in Lesotho, Swaziland & Kwa Zulu Natal,” The Answers Lie Within lecture series, FREE May 10, 11:30am-1:30pm Artists’ Studio Tour and Pueblo Luncheon with Angie Reano-Owen (Santo Domingo Pueblo), Jewelry; $85 | Members only $65 May 13, 3:00-4:00pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour: $10 | Members FREE May 14-15, Exact Times TBA IAIA New Media Studen… Thursday, May 15, 2008, 10:00 AM – Friday, June 6, 2008, 4:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

IAIA Students: Juried Art Show & Sale

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: IAIA Museum Lloyd Kiva New Gallery (Museum Store). Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Contact: Maggie Ohnesorgen. Notes: Group show featuring IAIA student works. All media. Opening reception on May 9, 4-7pm. Thursday, May 15, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaia.edu.

Museum Exhibits: Voices from the Mound: Choctaw Contemporary / Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iaiamuseum.org. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: Voices from the Mound: Contemporary Choctaw is a group show entirely of work by Choctaw artists. It offers the rare opportunity to see the works of esteemed Choctaw artists from both the Oklahoma and Mississippi bands. Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED includes many never-before-seen works. In their classic ‘flat style’ these paintings tell the story of Choctaw life. Thursday, May 15, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

Taos Spring Arts Celebration

Fairs & Festivals Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: 800-732-8267 / 505-758-3872. Notes: The entire month of May and June, 2008 This celebration of the visual, performing, and literary arts of Taos consumes the town each spring. There are gallery openings, art walks, concerts, and even the restaurants get into the picture with special wine dinners hosted by local artists. A commemorative poster is published each year to mark the event. Posters and celebration events are available at Taos County Chamber of Commerce. Thursday, May 15, 2008, 6:00 PM. Taos, New Mexico Taos Chamber of Commerce 1139 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571-4445. For more info visit www.taoschamber.org.

Pink Martini

Entertainment & Nightlife Region: Central New Mexico. Entertainment & Nightlife Sub: Concerts. Thursday, May 15, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Lensic Performing Arts Center 211 West San Francisco St Santa Fe, NM 87504. For more info visit www.livenation.com.

Cirque du Soleil-Saltimbanco

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Thursday, May 15, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Santa Ana Star Center 3001 Civic Center Cir NE Rio Rancho, NM 87144-4500.

Guitar Hero Concerts

Entertainment & Nightlife Region: Central New Mexico. Notes: Hey Rock Stars, it's time to show off your mad skills in front of a live audience. Gel your hair and put on your leather pants. Laffs wants to make you a Guitar Hero. You’ll be in the spot light while you jam through our thumpin' sound system! Rock out while your heart’s pumpin', hand’s sweatin', and you jam as the light show is going full out! Come out of the basement & play Guitar Hero on our X-BOX 360. Wednesday & Thursday - Doors open 7:00 PM • Professional Comedy Show 8:00 PM • Guitar Heroes concert… Thursday, May 15, 2008, 9:00 PM – Friday, May 16, 2008, 12:00 AM. Laffs Comedy Club, 6001 San Mateo Blvd. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.laffscomedy.com.

3A-5A Track & Field Championships

Sports & Outdoor Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Sports Sub: Run-Walk. Sports Level: High School. Contact: Mario Martinez • 505.923.3275 • mmartinez@nmact.org. Friday, May 16, 2008. For more info visit www.nmact.org.

State Tennis Individual Championships

Sports & Outdoor Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Sports Sub: Tennis. Sports Level: High School. Contact: Sally Marquez • 505.923.3267 • smarquez@nmact.org. Friday, May 16, 2008. For more info visit www.nmact.org.

Storytime at the Library, ages 0-5

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $0. Notes: For information about days and times at the library in your area, call 311 or log on to www.cabq.gov/library/activity.html. Friday, May 16, 2008. Multiple Libraries Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

AmeriCorps Week Celebration Picnic

Community Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: SER de New Mexico and Veteran's Reintegration Center. Price - Low: $0.00. Price - High: $0.00. Contact: Linda. Notes: Join us for music, fun and games at the New Mexico Veteran’s Reintegration Center (6101 Central AVE NE, 1 block west of San Pedro) as we celebrate service and honor our veterans. Friday, May 16, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. New Mexico Veteran's Reintegration Center 6101 Central Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87108-1804.

"Three Hundred Years of Albuquerque History"

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Arts Sub: Other. Age Range: All Ages. Notes: The Special Collections Library presents a large compilation of images and documents about life in Albuquerque from its founding in 1706 up to modern times. This exhibit, created to celebrate the city's Tricentennial, was assembled from treasures in the collection of the Center for Southwest Research at U.N.M. Library. Exhibit creator Nancy Brown Martinez has provided the community with a new opportunity to view this remarkable presentation of Albuquerque's history. Friday, May 16, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Special Collections Library 423 Central Ave. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

IAIA Students: Juried Art Show & Sale

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: IAIA Museum Lloyd Kiva New Gallery (Museum Store). Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Contact: Maggie Ohnesorgen. Notes: Group show featuring IAIA student works. All media. Opening reception on May 9, 4-7pm. Friday, May 16, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaia.edu.

Museum Exhibits: Voices from the Mound: Choctaw Contemporary / Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iaiamuseum.org. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: Voices from the Mound: Contemporary Choctaw is a group show entirely of work by Choctaw artists. It offers the rare opportunity to see the works of esteemed Choctaw artists from both the Oklahoma and Mississippi bands. Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED includes many never-before-seen works. In their classic ‘flat style’ these paintings tell the story of Choctaw life. Friday, May 16, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

Hilton presents “Local Artists Under the Portal”

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Santa Fe Artist Market. Contact: Allie Hannah-Rose 505-660-5393. Notes: Hilton presents “Local Artists Under the Portal” A Friday preview of the popular Santa Fe Artist Market. Several Northern New Mexico artists show off their work. Friday, May 16, 2008, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Hilton Santa Fe 100 Sandoval St Santa Fe, NM 87501-2131.

Taos Spring Arts Celebration

Fairs & Festivals Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: 800-732-8267 / 505-758-3872. Notes: The entire month of May and June, 2008 This celebration of the visual, performing, and literary arts of Taos consumes the town each spring. There are gallery openings, art walks, concerts, and even the restaurants get into the picture with special wine dinners hosted by local artists. A commemorative poster is published each year to mark the event. Posters and celebration events are available at Taos County Chamber of Commerce. Friday, May 16, 2008, 6:00 PM. Taos, New Mexico Taos Chamber of Commerce 1139 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571-4445. For more info visit www.taoschamber.org.

Astronomy at the UNM Campus Observatory

Educational Region: Central New Mexico. Contact: 505-277-1446. Notes: Parking: Free during Observatory hours in the M Lot adjacent to Observatory building Tour/Viewing Dates: Every Friday during the Fall and Spring Semesters when the weather is clear; call the hotline (277-1446) to confirm. Hours: 7-9 p.m. MST, 8-10 p.m. MDT Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible Admission: Open to the public as well as UNM students…free of charge. Group Arrangements: Call at least 2 weeks in advance to make reservations: 505-277-2616. Friday, May 16, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. University of New Mexico Department of Physics and Astronomy MSC07 4220 800 Yale Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131-0001 USA. For more info visit panda.unm.edu.

Cirque du Soleil-Saltimbanco

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Friday, May 16, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Santa Ana Star Center 3001 Civic Center Cir NE Rio Rancho, NM 87144-4500.

Rrake Quartet (Santa Fe) and Sun Spits Cherries (New York)

Entertainment & Nightlife Region: Central New Mexico. Entertainment & Nightlife Sub: Concerts. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: For more information, call 505.501.3333. Notes: Free with purchase of a High Mayhem CD, or suggested $5-15 donation Presented in partnership with The Outpost, www.outpostspace.org Sun Spits Cherries - Started in NYC in 1997, the Sun Spits Cherries consists of Chris Jonas (soprano saxophone), Joe Fiedler (trombone), Chris Olness (bass trombone), and Milton Villarrubia III (percussion). This performance will feature Molly Sturges (voice). This will be the first NM concert of the group since Jonas’ departure from NYC in 2001. Rrake - This manifest… Friday, May 16, 2008, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM. High Mayhem 1703-B Lena Street Santa Fe, NM 87505. For more info visit highmayhem.org.

Native Women's Pink Shawl Powwow

Community Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Price - Low: $0.00. Price - High: $25.00. Ticket Phone: 505-272-7813. Contact: Debbie Putt. Notes: Powwow and seminars are free. Lunch is $25 per person. Table reservations available (seats 10 people). Saturday, May 17, 2008. Albuquerque International Baloon Museum 9201 Balloon Museum Dr NE Albuquerque, NM 87113-2425.

Early In-Person Voting for Primary Election

Government & Politics Office of the Secretary of State New Mexico State Capitol 325 Don Gaspar, Suite 300 Santa Fe, NM 87503 For questions, call 505-827-3620 or toll free 1-800-477-3632. Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Notes: An early voter may vote in person at an alternate voting location established by the county clerk. Alternate locations are available in certain counties. Saturday, May 17, 2008. For more info visit www.sos.state.nm.us.

EXPO New Mexico State Fair Flea Market

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Expo New Mexico Flea Market. Price - Low: 0.00. Price - High: 0.00. Contact: Ken Salazar Manager. Saturday, May 17, 2008. New Mexico State Fair Grounds 300 San Pedro Dr NE Albuquerque, NM 87108-2812. For more info visit exponm.com.

Storytime at the Library, ages 0-5

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $0. Notes: For information about days and times at the library in your area, call 311 or log on to www.cabq.gov/library/activity.html. Saturday, May 17, 2008. Multiple Libraries Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

Cuba Salutes

Holiday & Seasonal Region: Northwest New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Village of Cuba, Naciamento Heritage Team, Cuba Fire Dept. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-289-0190. Ticket Web Link: http://www.cubasalutes.com. Contact: Rick Romero. Notes: On Saturday, May 17th, 2008, the residents of Cuba, NM, and the surrounding communities will host a celebration honoring local military families, veterans, and Gold Star and Blue Star Families of America. The event, named “Cuba Salutes” is in conjunction with Armed Forces Day, and is our second annual event. Our event is raising funds to support scholarships in support of New Mexico military families. Saturday, May 17, 2008. Cuba New Mexico Eichwald Center 43 SR-126 Cuba, NM 87013. For more info visit www.cubasalutes.com.

10 Annual 5K / 10K Walk / Run

Sports & Outdoor Region: Northwest New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Bloomfield Police Athletic League. Price - Low: $20. Price - High: $25. Ticket Phone: 505 632 6311. Contact: Cynthia Atencio. Notes: Entry fee is $20 if received by 12:00 noon on May 15th. $25 after that. Registration begins at 6:00 am Race Starts at 7:00 am sharp Trophies for 1st through 3rd place in 10 K and for 1st place in 5 K. T-shirts for all participants. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 7:00 AM. Bloomfield High School North Parking Lot 520 N 1st St Bloomfield, NM 87413-5307.

American Legion Post 49 & Auxiliary Unit 49 Rummage Sale

Community Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Notes: Sat. May 17th, Rummage Sale & Blood Drive Rummage Sale: 8AM to 3PM Blood Drive: 10:30AM to 2PM Selling Hamburger or Hot Dog w/chips $3.50 *Come out & HELP SUPPORT OUR VETERANS . Saturday, May 17, 2008, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. American Legion Post 49 11005 Central Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87123-2801.

Great Strides Walk to Cure Cystic Fibrosis

Community Region: Southeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Notes: Need Walkers - call Susan at 626-3790 to sign up. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Cahoon Park Swimming Pool 1101 W 4th St Roswell, NM 88201-3039.

Bird Walks

Educational Region: Central New Mexico. Contact: friends@rgnc.org. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM. The Friends of the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park 2901 Candelaria NW Albuquerque, NM 87107. For more info visit www.rgnc.org.

American Diabetes Association: Elite Feet Walking Club

Sports & Outdoor Region: Central New Mexico. Sports Sub: Run-Walk. Sports Level: Recreational. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Contact: Ivan Barker, 321-4925 or 292-2730. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 9:00 AM. 501 Elizabeth St. S.E. Albuquerque, NM.

"Three Hundred Years of Albuquerque History"

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Arts Sub: Other. Age Range: All Ages. Notes: The Special Collections Library presents a large compilation of images and documents about life in Albuquerque from its founding in 1706 up to modern times. This exhibit, created to celebrate the city's Tricentennial, was assembled from treasures in the collection of the Center for Southwest Research at U.N.M. Library. Exhibit creator Nancy Brown Martinez has provided the community with a new opportunity to view this remarkable presentation of Albuquerque's history. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Special Collections Library 423 Central Ave. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

Freedom Community Theatre auditions for THE CRUCIBLE

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Mathew Naegeli, Director. Price - Low: 0. Contact: Phoebe Tate. Notes: This legendary play contains some of the most immortal characters of 20th century drama with large and small roles for 10 men ages 19-75 10 women ages 12-75. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Hope Evangelical Free Church 4710 Juan Tabo Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87111-2629.

IAIA Museum May Events

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Various. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $85. Ticket Phone: 505-983-8900 ext. 122. Ticket Web Link: gwhite@iaia.edu. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: RSVP required (1) week prior to event May 7, 11:30am-12:30pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour; $10 | Members FREE Thursday, May 8, 6pm “Grassroots Art in Lesotho, Swaziland & Kwa Zulu Natal,” The Answers Lie Within lecture series, FREE May 10, 11:30am-1:30pm Artists’ Studio Tour and Pueblo Luncheon with Angie Reano-Owen (Santo Domingo Pueblo), Jewelry; $85 | Members only $65 May 13, 3:00-4:00pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour: $10 | Members FREE May 14-15, Exact Times TBA IAIA New Media Studen… Saturday, May 17, 2008, 10:00 AM – Sunday, June 8, 2008, 4:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

IAIA Students: Juried Art Show & Sale

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: IAIA Museum Lloyd Kiva New Gallery (Museum Store). Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Contact: Maggie Ohnesorgen. Notes: Group show featuring IAIA student works. All media. Opening reception on May 9, 4-7pm. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaia.edu.

Museum Exhibits: Voices from the Mound: Choctaw Contemporary / Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iaiamuseum.org. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: Voices from the Mound: Contemporary Choctaw is a group show entirely of work by Choctaw artists. It offers the rare opportunity to see the works of esteemed Choctaw artists from both the Oklahoma and Mississippi bands. Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED includes many never-before-seen works. In their classic ‘flat style’ these paintings tell the story of Choctaw life. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

Native American Elders Storytellers Event

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: With a special focus on children, parents and grandparents, we encourage all to join us at IAIA Museum for a unique educational day of Native American elders storytelling sessions and youth arts activities. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

Santa Fe Artist Market

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Santa Fe Artist Market. Contact: Allie Hannah-Rose 505-660-5393. Notes: The 6th season of one of the premier art shows in the country. What an opportunity to see the most talented artists in Northern New Mexico display their favorite works. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Casa Sola Center, Santa Fe 901 W Alameda St Santa Fe, NM 87501-1681.

The Tijeras Open-Air Arts Market

Fairs & Festivals Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Just Imagine Gallery & Coffeehouse. Contact: Anna King. Notes: A juried arts and crafts event with live music, entertainment, and artist demonstrations each weekend 10 am - 5 pm, Free admission. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 10:00 AM – Sunday, October 26, 2008, 5:00 PM. 7 miles east of Albuquerque in Tijeras 488 State Highway 333 Tijeras, NM 87059-8622. For more info visit www.justimaginegallery.com.

Creativity Unleashed Art Workshop

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Arts Sub: Galleries. Price - Low: $20. Price - High: $85. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: Information: 255-1267. Notes: Process-oriented workshop for all ages focusing on the process of painting and drawing, with a different theme each week. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Judith Shaw Gallery 3907 Central Ave. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.judithshawgallery.com.

Taos Spring Arts Celebration

Fairs & Festivals Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: 800-732-8267 / 505-758-3872. Notes: The entire month of May and June, 2008 This celebration of the visual, performing, and literary arts of Taos consumes the town each spring. There are gallery openings, art walks, concerts, and even the restaurants get into the picture with special wine dinners hosted by local artists. A commemorative poster is published each year to mark the event. Posters and celebration events are available at Taos County Chamber of Commerce. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 6:00 PM. Taos, New Mexico Taos Chamber of Commerce 1139 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571-4445. For more info visit www.taoschamber.org.

Cirque du Soleil-Saltimbanco

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Saturday, May 17, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Santa Ana Star Center 3001 Civic Center Cir NE Rio Rancho, NM 87144-4500.

Henry Grimes and Oluyemi Thomas Duet

Entertainment & Nightlife Region: Central New Mexico. Entertainment & Nightlife Sub: Concerts. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: For more information, call 505.501.3333. Notes: Free with purchase of a High Mayhem CD, or suggested $5-15 donation Presented in partnership with The Outpost, www.outpostspace.org. Master bassist Henry Grimes, missing from the music world since the late '6O's, has made an unprecedented comeback. Between the mid-'5O's and the mid-'6O's, the Juilliard-educated Grimes played brilliantly on some 5O albums with an enormous range of musicians, including Albert Ayler, Don Cherry, Benny Goodman, Coleman Hawkins, Roy Haynes, Lee Konitz, Steve Lacy, Charles… Saturday, May 17, 2008, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM. High Mayhem 1703-B Lena Street Santa Fe, NM 87505. For more info visit highmayhem.org.

Guitar Hero Concerts

Entertainment & Nightlife Region: Central New Mexico. Notes: Hey Rock Stars, it's time to show off your mad skills in front of a live audience. Gel your hair and put on your leather pants. Laffs wants to make you a Guitar Hero. You’ll be in the spot light while you jam through our thumpin' sound system! Rock out while your heart’s pumpin', hand’s sweatin', and you jam as the light show is going full out! Come out of the basement & play Guitar Hero on our X-BOX 360. Wednesday & Thursday - Doors open 7:00 PM • Professional Comedy Show 8:00 PM • Guitar Heroes concert… Saturday, May 17, 2008, 11:00 PM – Sunday, May 18, 2008, 2:00 AM. Laffs Comedy Club, 6001 San Mateo Blvd. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.laffscomedy.com.

San Ysidro Fiesta

Fairs & Festivals Region: Central New Mexico. Notes: San Ysidro Catholic Parish of Corrales will celebrate the feast of its patron saint from 10 am until 5 pm on Sunday, May 18, 2008. The event will start with an outdoor Mass at 10 am in the courtyard of the Historic Old San Ysidro Church on Old Church Road in the village of Corrales. Immediately following the Mass, Fiesta participants, the Parish Spanish Choir singing traditional Spanish hymns and a group of Matachines will escort the statue of San Ysidro from the Old Church to the Parish grounds where the f… Sunday, May 18, 2008. San Ysidro Church 5015 Corrales Rd Corrales, NM 87048-8629.

EXPO New Mexico State Fair Flea Market

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Expo New Mexico Flea Market. Price - Low: 0.00. Price - High: 0.00. Contact: Ken Salazar Manager. Sunday, May 18, 2008. New Mexico State Fair Grounds 300 San Pedro Dr NE Albuquerque, NM 87108-2812. For more info visit exponm.com.

Storytime at the Library, ages 0-5

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $0. Notes: For information about days and times at the library in your area, call 311 or log on to www.cabq.gov/library/activity.html. Sunday, May 18, 2008. Multiple Libraries Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

Armed Forces Day Run

Sports & Outdoor Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Ticket Web Link: http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1523119. Contact: HEIDI SATHER. Notes: Register Now and SAVE $5 on the Armed Forces Day Run on May 18th. The race begins at the Veteran's Memorial in Albuquerque and it runs through Kirtland AFB. Each runner receives an "I Finished" Logoed shirt, with sponsors of the event listed and a "goodie bag" event refreshments to include fruit and bagels. There will be Historical Museum Military Vehicles on display, several water stations, along with entertainment after the Kids 1 Mile Fun Run. Use Coupon Code "AFDR" on the payment page during regis… Sunday, May 18, 2008, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM. NM VETERAN'S MEMORIAL 1100 Louisiana Blvd SE Albuquerque, NM 87108-5009. For more info visit www.active.com.

World's Toughest 10K

Sports & Outdoor Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Sunday, May 18, 2008, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM. NE Albuquerque 10 Tramway Loop NE Albuquerque, NM 87122-2017.

Bird Walks

Educational Region: Central New Mexico. Contact: friends@rgnc.org. Sunday, May 18, 2008, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM. The Friends of the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park 2901 Candelaria NW Albuquerque, NM 87107. For more info visit www.rgnc.org.

Human Rights Torch Relay

Community Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Speakers representing persecuted groups in China including Falun Gong, Tibet, Christians, Darfurians, and others. --Opening remarks: Mayor David Coss. Price - Low: 0.00. Price - High: 0.00. Ticket Phone: 505-603-4959. Ticket Web Link: http://www.humanrightstorch.org/news/2008/03/05/santa-fe-human-rights-torch-event/. Contact: sara@justicewillprevail.com. Notes: Human Rights Torch Relay Event Santa Fe Plaza May 18 10am-7pm Light the Torch for Human Rights in China: 1-3pm March and Public Rally --Opening remarks: Mayor David Coss --Come and get your HRTR T-Shirt to support Human Rights. 10am-7pm—Concert featuring musicians: Bill Hearne, Billy D, Grand Canyon, Margaret Burke, Alan Byrd, Stone Deep, Susan Lowery, Gimme My Moon Back, and more. Everyone concerned about human rights in China as we approach the Beijing Olympics is encouraged to participate!… Sunday, May 18, 2008, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Santa Fe Plaza 100 Old Santa Fe Trl Santa Fe, NM 87501. For more info visit www.humanrightstorch.org.

Freedom Community Theatre auditions for THE CRUCIBLE

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Mathew Naegeli, Director. Price - Low: 0. Contact: Phoebe Tate. Notes: This legendary play contains some of the most immortal characters of 20th century drama with large and small roles for 10 men ages 19-75 10 women ages 12-75. Sunday, May 18, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Hope Evangelical Free Church 4710 Juan Tabo Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87111-2629.

IAIA Students: Juried Art Show & Sale

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: IAIA Museum Lloyd Kiva New Gallery (Museum Store). Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Contact: Maggie Ohnesorgen. Notes: Group show featuring IAIA student works. All media. Opening reception on May 9, 4-7pm. Sunday, May 18, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaia.edu.

Museum Exhibits: Voices from the Mound: Choctaw Contemporary / Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iaiamuseum.org. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: Voices from the Mound: Contemporary Choctaw is a group show entirely of work by Choctaw artists. It offers the rare opportunity to see the works of esteemed Choctaw artists from both the Oklahoma and Mississippi bands. Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED includes many never-before-seen works. In their classic ‘flat style’ these paintings tell the story of Choctaw life. Sunday, May 18, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

The Tijeras Open-Air Arts Market

Fairs & Festivals Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Just Imagine Gallery & Coffeehouse. Contact: Anna King. Notes: A juried arts and crafts event with live music, entertainment, and artist demonstrations each weekend 10 am - 5 pm, Free admission. Sunday, May 18, 2008, 10:00 AM – Monday, October 27, 2008, 5:00 PM. 7 miles east of Albuquerque in Tijeras 488 State Highway 333 Tijeras, NM 87059-8622. For more info visit www.justimaginegallery.com.

Nature Walks

Educational Region: Central New Mexico. Contact: friends@rgnc.org. Sunday, May 18, 2008, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. The Friends of the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park 2901 Candelaria NW Albuquerque, NM 87107. For more info visit www.rgnc.org.

Amateur Ballroom Dancing

Entertainment & Nightlife Region: Central New Mexico. Contact: usadancenm@yahoo.com. Notes: We are USA Dance of North Central New Mexico, one of over 164 amateur ballroom dance chapters across the country. We sponsor dance parties every 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month, providing a place to practice and learn ballroom dance, starting at 6:00pm with a mini lesson on the 1st Sunday of each month. In many ways, dance is a complex activity. It's not just purely physical it can challenge your mind as well as your muscles. How might ballroom dancing help the brain? Increased blood flow to the… Sunday, May 18, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Albuquerque Square Dance Center 4915 Hawkins NE Albuquerque NM. For more info visit www.usadancenm.org.

Taos Spring Arts Celebration

Fairs & Festivals Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: 800-732-8267 / 505-758-3872. Notes: The entire month of May and June, 2008 This celebration of the visual, performing, and literary arts of Taos consumes the town each spring. There are gallery openings, art walks, concerts, and even the restaurants get into the picture with special wine dinners hosted by local artists. A commemorative poster is published each year to mark the event. Posters and celebration events are available at Taos County Chamber of Commerce. Sunday, May 18, 2008, 6:00 PM. Taos, New Mexico Taos Chamber of Commerce 1139 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571-4445. For more info visit www.taoschamber.org.

Storytime at the Library, ages 0-5

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $0. Notes: For information about days and times at the library in your area, call 311 or log on to www.cabq.gov/library/activity.html. Monday, May 19, 2008. Multiple Libraries Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

IAIA Students: Juried Art Show & Sale

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: IAIA Museum Lloyd Kiva New Gallery (Museum Store). Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Contact: Maggie Ohnesorgen. Notes: Group show featuring IAIA student works. All media. Opening reception on May 9, 4-7pm. Monday, May 19, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaia.edu.

Museum Exhibits: Voices from the Mound: Choctaw Contemporary / Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iaiamuseum.org. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: Voices from the Mound: Contemporary Choctaw is a group show entirely of work by Choctaw artists. It offers the rare opportunity to see the works of esteemed Choctaw artists from both the Oklahoma and Mississippi bands. Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED includes many never-before-seen works. In their classic ‘flat style’ these paintings tell the story of Choctaw life. Monday, May 19, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

Business Speed Networking

Business & Conventions Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $38. Ticket Web Link: http://www.sn-nm.com/wst_page3.html. Contact: RaLynn. Monday, May 19, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Albuquerque Area (Pre-Registration is Required) 6565 Americas Pkwy NE Albuquerque, NM 87110-8116. For more info visit www.sn-nm.com.

Taos Spring Arts Celebration

Fairs & Festivals Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: 800-732-8267 / 505-758-3872. Notes: The entire month of May and June, 2008 This celebration of the visual, performing, and literary arts of Taos consumes the town each spring. There are gallery openings, art walks, concerts, and even the restaurants get into the picture with special wine dinners hosted by local artists. A commemorative poster is published each year to mark the event. Posters and celebration events are available at Taos County Chamber of Commerce. Monday, May 19, 2008, 6:00 PM. Taos, New Mexico Taos Chamber of Commerce 1139 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571-4445. For more info visit www.taoschamber.org.

Storytime at the Library, ages 0-5

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $0. Notes: For information about days and times at the library in your area, call 311 or log on to www.cabq.gov/library/activity.html. Tuesday, May 20, 2008. Multiple Libraries Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

"Three Hundred Years of Albuquerque History"

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Arts Sub: Other. Age Range: All Ages. Notes: The Special Collections Library presents a large compilation of images and documents about life in Albuquerque from its founding in 1706 up to modern times. This exhibit, created to celebrate the city's Tricentennial, was assembled from treasures in the collection of the Center for Southwest Research at U.N.M. Library. Exhibit creator Nancy Brown Martinez has provided the community with a new opportunity to view this remarkable presentation of Albuquerque's history. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Special Collections Library 423 Central Ave. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

IAIA Museum May Events

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Various. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $85. Ticket Phone: 505-983-8900 ext. 122. Ticket Web Link: gwhite@iaia.edu. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: RSVP required (1) week prior to event May 7, 11:30am-12:30pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour; $10 | Members FREE Thursday, May 8, 6pm “Grassroots Art in Lesotho, Swaziland & Kwa Zulu Natal,” The Answers Lie Within lecture series, FREE May 10, 11:30am-1:30pm Artists’ Studio Tour and Pueblo Luncheon with Angie Reano-Owen (Santo Domingo Pueblo), Jewelry; $85 | Members only $65 May 13, 3:00-4:00pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour: $10 | Members FREE May 14-15, Exact Times TBA IAIA New Media Studen… Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 10:00 AM – Wednesday, June 11, 2008, 4:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

IAIA Students: Juried Art Show & Sale

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: IAIA Museum Lloyd Kiva New Gallery (Museum Store). Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Contact: Maggie Ohnesorgen. Notes: Group show featuring IAIA student works. All media. Opening reception on May 9, 4-7pm. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaia.edu.

Museum Exhibits: Voices from the Mound: Choctaw Contemporary / Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iaiamuseum.org. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: Voices from the Mound: Contemporary Choctaw is a group show entirely of work by Choctaw artists. It offers the rare opportunity to see the works of esteemed Choctaw artists from both the Oklahoma and Mississippi bands. Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED includes many never-before-seen works. In their classic ‘flat style’ these paintings tell the story of Choctaw life. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

Bernalillo County Volunteer Lunch

Government & Politics Region: Central New Mexico. Contact: BCGOB • 505-265-0981 • admin@bcgop.org. Notes: The Bernalillo County volunteer lunch is held on the third Tuesday of each month. Each month, there is a great guest speaker and program. There is no fee but your own meal. Come join the Bernalillo County volunteers! Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. JB's Restaurant 10300 Hotel Ave Albuquerque, NM.

Taos Spring Arts Celebration

Fairs & Festivals Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: 800-732-8267 / 505-758-3872. Notes: The entire month of May and June, 2008 This celebration of the visual, performing, and literary arts of Taos consumes the town each spring. There are gallery openings, art walks, concerts, and even the restaurants get into the picture with special wine dinners hosted by local artists. A commemorative poster is published each year to mark the event. Posters and celebration events are available at Taos County Chamber of Commerce. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 6:00 PM. Taos, New Mexico Taos Chamber of Commerce 1139 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571-4445. For more info visit www.taoschamber.org.

Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism Course

Religious Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: RigDzin Dharma Founation. Notes: This five-week series explores the basic components of the Tibetan Buddhist path and how we can make them relevant in daily life. The material is both an introduction for those who are new to or curious about Tibetan Buddhism as well as a review for those already practicing the path. You are welcome to attend individual sessions or the entire series. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. RigDzin Dharma Foundation 322 Washington St SE Albuquerque, NM 87108-2735.

Storytime at the Library, ages 0-5

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $0. Notes: For information about days and times at the library in your area, call 311 or log on to www.cabq.gov/library/activity.html. Wednesday, May 21, 2008. Multiple Libraries Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

"Three Hundred Years of Albuquerque History"

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Arts Sub: Other. Age Range: All Ages. Notes: The Special Collections Library presents a large compilation of images and documents about life in Albuquerque from its founding in 1706 up to modern times. This exhibit, created to celebrate the city's Tricentennial, was assembled from treasures in the collection of the Center for Southwest Research at U.N.M. Library. Exhibit creator Nancy Brown Martinez has provided the community with a new opportunity to view this remarkable presentation of Albuquerque's history. Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Special Collections Library 423 Central Ave. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

IAIA Museum May Events

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Various. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $85. Ticket Phone: 505-983-8900 ext. 122. Ticket Web Link: gwhite@iaia.edu. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: RSVP required (1) week prior to event May 7, 11:30am-12:30pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour; $10 | Members FREE Thursday, May 8, 6pm “Grassroots Art in Lesotho, Swaziland & Kwa Zulu Natal,” The Answers Lie Within lecture series, FREE May 10, 11:30am-1:30pm Artists’ Studio Tour and Pueblo Luncheon with Angie Reano-Owen (Santo Domingo Pueblo), Jewelry; $85 | Members only $65 May 13, 3:00-4:00pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour: $10 | Members FREE May 14-15, Exact Times TBA IAIA New Media Studen… Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 10:00 AM – Thursday, June 12, 2008, 4:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

IAIA Students: Juried Art Show & Sale

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: IAIA Museum Lloyd Kiva New Gallery (Museum Store). Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Contact: Maggie Ohnesorgen. Notes: Group show featuring IAIA student works. All media. Opening reception on May 9, 4-7pm. Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaia.edu.

Museum Exhibits: Voices from the Mound: Choctaw Contemporary / Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iaiamuseum.org. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: Voices from the Mound: Contemporary Choctaw is a group show entirely of work by Choctaw artists. It offers the rare opportunity to see the works of esteemed Choctaw artists from both the Oklahoma and Mississippi bands. Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED includes many never-before-seen works. In their classic ‘flat style’ these paintings tell the story of Choctaw life. Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

Taos Spring Arts Celebration

Fairs & Festivals Region: Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Contact: 800-732-8267 / 505-758-3872. Notes: The entire month of May and June, 2008 This celebration of the visual, performing, and literary arts of Taos consumes the town each spring. There are gallery openings, art walks, concerts, and even the restaurants get into the picture with special wine dinners hosted by local artists. A commemorative poster is published each year to mark the event. Posters and celebration events are available at Taos County Chamber of Commerce. Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 6:00 PM. Taos, New Mexico Taos Chamber of Commerce 1139 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571-4445. For more info visit www.taoschamber.org.

Native American Dances and Cultural Programs

Culture & History Region: Northwest New Mexico. Age Range: Families. Contact: Deb Avery. Notes: Nightly Indian Dances followed by a Code Talker, sandpainter, artist, flute player, potter or storyteller. Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Cortez Cultural Center 25 N Market St Cortez, CO 81321-3212.

Guitar Hero Concerts

Entertainment & Nightlife Region: Central New Mexico. Notes: Hey Rock Stars, it's time to show off your mad skills in front of a live audience. Gel your hair and put on your leather pants. Laffs wants to make you a Guitar Hero. You’ll be in the spot light while you jam through our thumpin' sound system! Rock out while your heart’s pumpin', hand’s sweatin', and you jam as the light show is going full out! Come out of the basement & play Guitar Hero on our X-BOX 360. Wednesday & Thursday - Doors open 7:00 PM • Professional Comedy Show 8:00 PM • Guitar Heroes concert… Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 9:00 PM – Thursday, May 22, 2008, 12:00 AM. Laffs Comedy Club, 6001 San Mateo Blvd. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.laffscomedy.com.

Storytime at the Library, ages 0-5

Family Fun & Kids Region: Central New Mexico. Price - Low: $0. Notes: For information about days and times at the library in your area, call 311 or log on to www.cabq.gov/library/activity.html. Thursday, May 22, 2008. Multiple Libraries Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

"Three Hundred Years of Albuquerque History"

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico. Arts Sub: Other. Age Range: All Ages. Notes: The Special Collections Library presents a large compilation of images and documents about life in Albuquerque from its founding in 1706 up to modern times. This exhibit, created to celebrate the city's Tricentennial, was assembled from treasures in the collection of the Center for Southwest Research at U.N.M. Library. Exhibit creator Nancy Brown Martinez has provided the community with a new opportunity to view this remarkable presentation of Albuquerque's history. Thursday, May 22, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Special Collections Library 423 Central Ave. N.E. Albuquerque, NM. For more info visit www.cabq.gov.

IAIA Museum May Events

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Various. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $85. Ticket Phone: 505-983-8900 ext. 122. Ticket Web Link: gwhite@iaia.edu. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: RSVP required (1) week prior to event May 7, 11:30am-12:30pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour; $10 | Members FREE Thursday, May 8, 6pm “Grassroots Art in Lesotho, Swaziland & Kwa Zulu Natal,” The Answers Lie Within lecture series, FREE May 10, 11:30am-1:30pm Artists’ Studio Tour and Pueblo Luncheon with Angie Reano-Owen (Santo Domingo Pueblo), Jewelry; $85 | Members only $65 May 13, 3:00-4:00pm IAIA Museum Collection Tour: $10 | Members FREE May 14-15, Exact Times TBA IAIA New Media Studen… Thursday, May 22, 2008, 10:00 AM – Friday, June 13, 2008, 4:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

IAIA Students: Juried Art Show & Sale

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Southwest New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico, Northwest New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: IAIA Museum Lloyd Kiva New Gallery (Museum Store). Price - Low: 0. Price - High: 0. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Contact: Maggie Ohnesorgen. Notes: Group show featuring IAIA student works. All media. Opening reception on May 9, 4-7pm. Thursday, May 22, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaia.edu.

Museum Exhibits: Voices from the Mound: Choctaw Contemporary / Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED

Arts: Visual & Performing Region: Central New Mexico, Northeast New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Presenter: Institute of American Indian Arts Museum. Price - Low: 0. Price - High: $5. Ticket Phone: 505-983-1777. Ticket Web Link: http://www.iaiamuseum.org. Contact: Guin White, Membership Officer, IAIA Museum. Notes: Voices from the Mound: Contemporary Choctaw is a group show entirely of work by Choctaw artists. It offers the rare opportunity to see the works of esteemed Choctaw artists from both the Oklahoma and Mississippi bands. Valjean McCarty Hessing: HONORED includes many never-before-seen works. In their classic ‘flat style’ these paintings tell the story of Choctaw life. Thursday, May 22, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum 108 Cathedral Pl Santa Fe, NM 87501-2027. For more info visit www.iaiamuseum.org.

2008 Hall of Fame

Community Region: Central New Mexico. Age Range: All Ages. Price - Low: $40. Price - High: $400. Ticket Phone: 884-3881. Ticket Web Link: www.silverhorizons.org. Contact: Lori Feibelman. Thursday, May 22, 2008, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Marriott Pyramid North 5151 San Francisco Rd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109-4641.

Artist Contest for New Suicide Prevention Logo

Arts: Visual & Performing The Taos Suicide Prevention Coalition is seeking a logo to help promote our suicide prevention/awareness activities. The Taos Suicide Prevention Coalition (TSPC) is an active organization made up of several different agencies and individuals that are dedicated toward reducing this statistic by creating awareness about causes, symptoms and resources. A