Calendar of Events
September 2010

Every Saturday through October -- Bridge Street & Plaza Area Tours -- Every Saturday through October, there will be one hour tours of Bridge Street and the Plaza. The tours begin at CCHP located at 116 Bridge Street and cost $10. For time and more information, please call (505)425-8803.

September 1 -- 7:30pm -- “Cineflix in Ilfeld “THE BACK UP PLAN” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Rated PG-13. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).

September 3 -- 7:00pm -- UWC Guest Speaker -- Writer Stephen Fried, Fred Harvey biographer, will speak at the United World College in the Castle lobby about his Harvey book, "Appetite for America". If you are a Fred Harvey fan, or want to know more about the civilizing of the west, this is a "must" read. For more information call (505) 454-4206.

September 3 -- 8:00pm -- “Cineflix in Ilfeld “CLASH OF THE TITANS” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Rated PG-13. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).

September 3 through 6 -- Bean Day -- Bean Day is a very popular event for everyone that lives in the northeast region of New Mexico. It begins on Saturday the 4th with a rodeo and dance, and continues through the weekend with another dance Sunday night, and ends on Monday the 6th with a parade, BBQ with plenty of beans and the last Rodeo. Contact Luis Lopez at (575)447-1597. Also, check out Bean Day Advertising Opportunities.

September 3 through 29 -- The Wonderful World of Children's Illustration -- Join us in celebrating the enchanting realm of children's literature as presented in this exhibition of prints, posters, and original art. Reception -- Saturday, September 18 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm at the Las Vegas Arts Council. For more information call LVAC at (505)425-1085 or view the Event Flyer.

September 4 -- 7:00am to Sellout -- Farmers’ Market -- The Farmers’ Market is starting the 2010 season on Saturdays from 7:00am until sellout. The location remains the same at University and 6th Street. There is always a variety of produce from several local growers. There are lots of plants as well: flowers, herbs, vegetable starters and tomato plants. A new banner for Farmers’ Market has been ordered thanks to the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce. Watch for it on Bridge Street soon!

September 4 & 5 -- 10:00am to 5:00pm -- Cleveland Roller Millfest -- The Event is a fun filled weekend for the entire family. The Cleveland Roller Mill is located 5-6 miles northwest of Mora, NM on State Hwy 518. The Cleveland Mill is the last and largest of the mills built in the Mora Valley and has been restored to operating condition and serves as a museum. During the event the mill will be in operation. There will be live music, food vendors, arts and crafts booths, children's activities and much more. There are 3 tours daily at 11:30am; 1:30pm; and 3:30 pm. Cost is Free into arts, crafts and entertainment area, and nominal admission into Museum. Parking $2 per vehicle. For more information Call (575)387-2645, email: dancas@nnmt.net, view the Event Flyer, or visit the website at: www.angelfire.com/folk/roller_mill.

September 8 -- 7:30pm -- “Cineflix in Ilfeld “KILLERS” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Rated PG-13. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).

September 9 -- 5:15pm -- Sustainable Las Vegas -- The local chapter of the New Mexico Solar Energy Association will have their monthly meeting in Donnelly Library, rm# 325 on campus of New Mexico Highlands University. The program will be "Climate Change, Sustainability, and other Gray Areas" presented by NMHU professor Dr. David Sammeth. For more information contact Cheryl Zebrowski at (505)454-3255.

September 10 -- 8:00pm -- “Cineflix in Ilfeld “WHY DID I GET MARRIED TOO?” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Rated PG-13. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).

September 11 -- 8:30am -- 11th Annual Motorcycle Prayer Run -- The run will begin at Our Lady of Sorrows Church with blessings at 8:30am. The run will start at 9:00am from Our Lady of Sorrows Church and end at the El Santuario in Chimayo. For more information please call Mike Quintana (505)426-5013.

September 11 -- Second Saturday Artwalk 2010 -- Now in its third year the monthly Artwalk features Open Studios, Galleries, Readings, Live Music & more. Visit open studios in historic neighborhoods, plus galleries, shops and restaurants downtown. Enjoy the work of over 75 artists, including local painters, sculptors, jewelry designers, graphic designers, photographers, musicians, interior designers, writers, poets, santeros, media artists and graffiti artists. The Artwalk is a monthly, authentic grassroots community art event presented by the artists, residents and businesses of Las Vegas. For more information you may call (505)425-2606, view the Event Flyer, or visit their website: www.acd-lv.com

September 11 -- 11:00am to 2:00pm -- Sabor de Las Vegas -- This is a fun event sponsored by the Las Vegas First Independent Business Alliance. Many of the local restaurants prepare and serve tasting's of their special menu items at the Old Plaza Park. Ticket are sold in a set of 7 tickets for $10. For more information please call (505)425-3745 or via email at:   titomary@desertgate.com You can also view the Event Flyer.

September 12 -- 2:00pm -- “Cineflix in Ilfeld “TOY STORY 1” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Rated G. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).

September 15 -- 7:30pm -- “Cineflix in Ilfeld “LETTERS TO JULIET” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Rated PG. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).

September 16 -- 7:00pm -- “Glimpses of the Past” presentation entitled “Respecting the Traditions” -- The National Park Service and Fort Union National Monument announces its’ monthly “Glimpses of the Past” presentation entitled “Respecting the Traditions: A Glimpse at Current works by Native American Artists.” The program will be held at the CCHP/Santa Fe Trail Interpretive Center, located at 127 Bridge Street, in Las Vegas. Most people see art by Native American artists as traditional silverwork or beautiful paintings showing images of elders sitting among the landscapes. This discussion will provide background of how the genre became well known and its mainstream lure during late 20th century. The presentation also will show the more current perspective of art within Native American culture. For more information, contact Fort Union National Monument at (505) 425-8025, or visit the park website at www.nps.gov/foun or you may also view the Press Release.

September 17 -- 8:00pm -- “Cineflix in Ilfeld “PRINCE OF PERSIA” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Rated PG-13. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).

September 18 -- 7:00am -- SolanoFest VI -- For more information please view the Schedule of Events!

September 18 -- 7:30am -- First Annual 5K Run/Walk -- Alta Vista Regional Hospital announces the first annual 5K run/walk as part of the annual health fair event. The 5K run/walk will begin at the San Miguel County Fair Grounds and end at the Plaza Park. The entry fee for the 5K run/walk is twenty dollars. Entry forms are available at the Abe Montoya Recreation Center, Alta Vista Regional Hospital and affiliated physician clinics in Las Vegas. Same day registration will close at 7:15 a.m. the day of the 5K run/walk. Awards will be given in each age division for female and male participants. For more information please contact Mathew Martinez at (505)426-3959, e-mail mathew_martinez@chs.net or Linda Leyba at (505)426-3772, e-mail linda_leyba@chs.net. You may also view the Event Flyer.

September 18 -- 1st Annual Mayors Big Fishing Derby -- The City of Las Vegas and Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Northern New Mexico present the first annual Mayor's BIG Fishing Derby. Fish the Gallinas River with Mayor Alfonso E. Ortiz, Jr. Try out fly fishing outfits, tie a fly, make a lure, and do fish prints. Free BBQ, prizes, and fishing clinic. For more information or special accommodations, please call the City of las Vegas Event Planner at (505)426-327. You can also view the Event Flyer!

September 18 -- 9:00am to 1:00pm -- Health Fair -- Alta Vista Regional Hospital (AVRH) is once again sponsoring its annual community-wide Health Fair at the Abe Montoya Recreation Center Gymnasium and extends an invitation to area health care providers, consumer advocates and groups, social service organizations, faith leaders, voluntary organizations and school districts to participate. To facilitate the hospital’s planning, interested organizations are asked to submit a registration form no later than Friday, September 3. For more information and a registration form for exhibitors, please contact Mathew Martinez at (505)426-3959, e-mail mathew_martinez@chs.net or Linda Leyba at (505)426-3772, e-mail linda_leyba@chs.net.

September 18 -- 9:00am to 2:00pm -- Harvest Festival 2010 -- Harvest Festival 2010 to celebrate local farmers. Bring the whole family to enjoy raffles for gift baskets, prizes, and samples. for more information view the Event Flyer!

September 19 -- Noon to 6:00pm -- "Concert for the Birds and Kids Fun in Nature Day" -- This sounds like a wonderful day for the entire family. There will be a kids show and a concert for the birds by Robert Mondragon. There are many other events such as a kids nature hike, pinata, kids horse drawn wagon rides and much more. All of these festivities will be happening at the Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge so please call (505)454-6115 or (505)454-9452 for more information. This great event is sponsored by Friends of Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge. For more information, please view the Event Flyer.

September 22 -- 7:30pm -- “Cineflix in Ilfeld “ROBIN HOOD” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Rated PG-13. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).

September 23 -- 6:00pm -- 175th Celebration - AUDITIONS for “5 Minute Vocal Competition” -- *call-time for performers – 5:30 pm; *Must supply sheet music w/song-title; *Andre Garcia-Nuthmann is the talent piano accompanist, (unless providing own accompanist); *1st, 2nd, 3rd place prizes and awards! For more information call (505)425-8631 or (505)429-3039 (After 5:00pm)

September 24 -- 7:00pm -- “5 MINUTE VOCAL COMPETITION” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238.

September 24 through 26 -- Las Vegas 175th Anniversary Celebration -- A very special event celebrating the 175th founding of Las Vegas. Activities will be happening all over town at different venues, so come and help us celebrate Las Vegas's founding and future! Events will include a children's village, arts & crafts village, youth talent contests, athletic competitions, entertainment galore, community matanza, cowboy special, senior events and much more. If you have questions, please call the Las Vegas/San Miguel Chamber of Commerce at (505)425-8631 or (505)429-4965. You may also email the Chamber at: lvexec@qwestoffice.net. For even more information view the Event Flyer and TENTATIVE - Schedule of Events!

September 25 -- 9:00am to 4:00pm -- First Fort Tour -- In recognition of National Public Lands day, Fort Union National Monument will present it's first fort tour. There were two other forts built before the present one in the same area. This is the only time during the year that the First Fort site is open to the public. Guided tours are given approximately 4 times during the day. Fort Union National Park is located 26 miles north of Las Vegas off Interstate 25. For more information please call (505)425-8025 or check the website: www.nps.gov/foun You may also view the Event Flyer!

September 25 -- 9:30am to 3:00pm -- Pecos 11th Annual Dia del Rio -- This event begins at the parking lot of the Bank of Pecos, Pecos, NM. It includes a blessing at the Pecos River, refreshments, trash pick up along the river, Bar-B-Que at noon, free T-shirts for participants, music and much more. For more information call (505)757-6037.

September 25 -- 7:30pm -- 175th Celebration presents: “HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Rated G. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).

September 25 & 26 -- 10:00am to 5:00pm -- Celebrate Pecos Valley Art Studio Tour -- Fall colors are the perfect setting for the 13th Celebrate Pecos Valley Art Studio Tour. Maps of the tour will be available at both the Glorieta and Pecos exit and the Rowe and Pecos exit off Inter-state 25. More maps will also be available at the Beloved Pecos Gallery on State 63 (Main Street) across from Saint Anthony's Catholic Church. Artists that do not have their own studio will be set up at the Beloved Pecos Gallery. Many types of art will be on display including fiber, jewelry, oil, acrylic, pin and ink and much more. Sunday morning there will be live music at the farmer's market at the Beloved Pecos Gallery; Coffee and pastries will be served. Contact (505)757-6851 or madelinestark@yahoo.com for more information. You can also view their website: pecosstudiotour.com

September 26 -- 3:00pm -- 175th Celebration presents: “HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. Rated G. Admission is FREE and open to the public! For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).

September 30 -- 7:00pm -- “NMHU 2010 HOMECOMING PAGEANT” -- This event is held at the Historic Ilfeld Auditorium on the campus of New Mexico Highlands University. General Admission: $2; NMHU students/staff/faculty w/valid I.D.’s and children under 10 yrs old: FREE! Doors open at 6:15pm. For more information call (505)454-3238 or view the website at: www.nmhu.edu (under library and venue link).