October 2012 Events
ONGOING EVENTS
PUMPKIN FESTIVAL WEEKENDS
Sutherland Farms celebrates Fall with Pumpkin Festival Weekends every Saturday and Sunday in October! Enjoy train rides, hayrides to the pumpkin patch, a corn pit, corn maze, face painting, great food and much more! October hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sutherland Farms is located 7.5 miles north of Aztec Ruins.
Information: 505-334-3578 or www.sutherlandfarms.net
NEW MEXICO: 100 YEARS OF ART
Featuring over sixty works in a variety of media this exhibit showcases the work of New Mexico artists over the past century. The exhibition tells the on-going story of these artists, explains why they chose to live and work in New Mexico. The exhibit was organized by the Las Cruces Museum of Art and shows at the Farmington Museum at Gateway Park Museum & Visitors Center, 3041 E. Main St., through November 17, 2012.
Information: 505-599-1174
FROM DINOSAURS TO DRILL BITS
This exhibit highlights the oil and gas story of the San Juan Basin. Using the latest in technology this exhibit educates and entertains visitors about an amazing resource we use every day. Experience the thrill of riding deep into the earth in search of oil on a simulated ground quaking adventure! Learn what it takes to drill thousands of feet looking for black gold, then discover how it's transformed into consumer products. This exhibit is on display at the Farmington Museum, Gateway Park Museum & Visitors Center, 3041 E. Main St., Farmington.
Information: 505-599-1174 or www.farmingtonmuseum.org
THREE WATERS TRADING POST EXHIBIT
The Three Waters Trading Post exhibit features a walk-through replica of a 1930’s trading post, including a bull pen stocked with period goods and artifacts, pawn room and office showcasing jewelry and rugs. The exhibit is on display at the Farmington Museum in the Gateway Park Museum & Visitors Center, 3041 E. Main St., Farmington.
Information: 505-599-1174 or www.farmingtonmuseum.org
THE MASTER WEAVERS
This exhibit of Todalena/Two Grey Hills textiles will be on display through May 2013 at the Historic Toadlena Trading Post and Weaving Museum. This authentic 102 year-old trading post supports the local weaving community and this exhibition showcases the best of their efforts, both past and present. The show also celebrates the long awaited publication of the highly acclaimed book of the same title, The Master Weavers, by Toadlena trader, Mark Winter. Toadlena’s history is steeped in the past with an eye on maintaining the region's weaving tradition well into the future. Call, email, or visit the website for directions and hours.
Information: 505 789 3267, Toadlena@hotmail.com, www.ToadlenaTradingPost.com
BIRD WATCHING RIVERSIDE NATURE CENTER
Enjoy bird watching and a beautiful walk through Farmington’s riverside trails every Tuesday morning. More than 100 species of birds have been noted throughout Animas Park and new birds fly in each season. Meet at the Riverside Nature Center, located in Animas Park off Browning Parkway, to join the friendly RNC staff for leisurely walk of 1-2 miles.
Information: 505-599-1422 or www.farmingtonmuseum.org
BROWN BAG BIRDING
Bring lunch and join the Riverside Nature Center staff and volunteers in the observation room to watch wildlife as lunch is enjoyed from 12noon to 1 p.m.
Information: 505-599-1422 or www.farmingtonmuseum.org
OCTOBER 5
HARVEST PARTY
From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. the Sycamore Park Community Center will host this FREE party. Join us for games and fun to include bobbing for apples, hay bale hop, musical chairs, ring toss, a corn dig and more. The San Juan County Extension program will be serving heart-healthy popcorn balls to get everyone in the mood for fall treats.
Information: (505) 566-2480
OCTOBER 6
ROAD APPLE RALLY
Annual Mountain Bike Race and tour offers pro/experts, veterans and beginners a test of skill on a 30-mile single-loop and double-loop course through canyons and arroyos near San Juan College in Farmington, N.M.
Information: 505-599-1140, 800-448-1240 or www.roadapplerally.com
OCTOBER 6
CHILI COOK OFF
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the Farmington Chamber of Commerce will host their 2012 Chili Cook Off and Salsa Competition at Berg Park.
Information: 505-325-0279 or www.gofarmington.com
OCTOBER 6 - 7
AZTEC HIGHLAND GAMES AND CELTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL
Celebrate the culture of the Scottish Highlands with an American Southwest twist at Riverside Park in Aztec, NM. Enjoy live Celtic music and physical competitions by professional athletes (Caber Toss, Hammer Throw, Braemar Stone, etc.) There will be Scottish and Irish dance exhibitions, bagpipe band exhibitions, clan tents, ruby exhibitions, traditional food and more!
Information: 505-334-7646 or www.aztechighlandgames.com
OCTOBER 12
FALL ART WALK
Come walk through Historic Downtown Farmington, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and enjoy a crisp fall evening with art receptions and open houses at many downtown locations. A wide variety of art from regional artists will be showcased throughout many of the downtown shops, galleries and restaurants. Art Walk maps will be available at participating locations. The Art Walk is coordinated by the Farmington Downtown Association, and sponsored by Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs.
Information: 505-599-1419
OCTOBER 12
"UNHOOKED - THE DECORATED BRA SHOW VII" ART SHOW AND RECEPTION
During the Fall Art Walk, stop in at Artifacts Gallery and enjoy the seventh annual “UNHOOKED VII” in conjunction with San Juan Regional Medical Center for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A reception of the creative and unusual will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Information: 505-327-2907
OCTOBER 12 – NOVEMBER 9
FINE ART INVITATIONAL - DWIGHT LAWING
This show will be in the San Juan College Henderson Fine Art Gallery through November 9, 2012. The opening reception is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on October 12th.
Information: 505-566-3464
OCTOBER 12
CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION
300 to 400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month at the Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371. Native American art & craft vendors also onsite. Auction sponsored by Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association, rug viewing 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and auction begins at 7 p.m.
Information: 505-786-5302 or 505-786-7386 or www.crownpointrugauction.com
OCTOBER 12 – 13
FOUR CORNERS STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
National and local storytellers of all ages will be featured in the two-day celebration of an almost lost art - Storytelling. Slow down the pace, kick back and listen to traditional tales told by some of the very best national and local storytellers. The festival will feature stories of all varieties…scary ghost stories, family stories, folklore and myths! Festival events are held at Berg Park and The Totah Theater.
Information: 505-599-1273 or www.infoway.org
OCTOBER 20 – 21
THE 13TH ANNUAL FARMINGTON RENAISSANCE FAIRE
Animas Park, off Browning Pkwy, in Farmington. This event, sponsored by the Farmington Museum, is full of artisans, food, musicians and processionals of nobility. Sword fighters battle in front of lords and ladies while bagpipes play in the background.
Information: 505-599-1174 or www.farmingtonmuseum.org
OCTOBER 25 – 28
INTERNATIONAL INDIAN FINALS RODEO
The IIFR offers Indian rodeo competitors a place to compete and showcase their talents in a professional rodeo arena. This event will be held in the McGee Park Arena off Hwy. 64 between Farmington and Bloomfield, N.M.
Information: 505-264-5207 or www.iifrodeo.com
OCTOBER 26
MUNCHKIN MASQUERADE CARNIVAL
This Halloween event for ages 10 and under, is held at the Farmington Recreation Center from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Games, prizes, pumpkins and a costume contest for different age categories creates the magic. Fee: $1 per child.
Information: 505-599-1184
OCTOBER 30
BLOOMFIELD P.A.L.S. HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL
Bloomfield Police and the Police Athletic League are the sponsors for this kids’ fun and safe Halloween carnival at the Bloomfield High School Old Gym from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Concessions, games, cake walk and more.
Information: 505-632-6335
OCTOBER 31
FARMINGTON SAFE TREATS
The merchants on Main Street in Historic Downtown Farmington invite the community to Trick or Treat along Main Street from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Coordinated by the Farmington Downtown Association and sponsored by Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Affairs.
Information: 505-599-1419
OCTOBER 31
ANNUAL BOOGIEMAN BALL
Get out the dancing shoes and come boogie down at Sycamore Park Community Center, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., for a Halloween celebration. Trick-or-treat for some candy or come shake a leg at the dance. This event is free of charge!
Information: 505-566-2480
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