Ruidoso, New Mexico Calendar of Events

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June 12-July 12: 1st Annual Lincoln County Photography Show, Gallery 408, Carrizozo: Photographs of Lincoln County. Reception June 13th. Runs through July 12th. More Info: 575-648-2598

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July 2-5: Smokey Bear Stampede & Rodeo: Capitan NM, celebrates Independance Day in a big way every year! Smokey Bear Stampede & Rodeo, Ranch Rodeo, Youth Rodeo, Fireworks Display, Dance, 10k and 2 mile Fun Run. Entries now being accepted for the 4th of July Smokey Bear Parade. Info: Capitan Chamber, 575-354-2273 or Website

July 2-5: Mescalero Apache Ceremonial & Rodeo: Mescalero NM fairgrounds. Events include a traditional Pow-Wow, 'Dance of the Maidens', daily rodeo and a parade on July 4th at 11am! Info: Mescalero Tribal Office, 575-464-4494.

July 2-5: UFO Festival in Roswell: Roswell NM, Convention Center on Main St., Roswell Museum & Art Center on West St. Celebrate the 1947 incident that started it all… via guest lectures & researchers, a light parade, costume contest, live entertainment, 4th of July fireworks display and much more! Events will be held throughout town, varying hours. Info: 888-ROS-FEST or visit Website

July 3: Jack Ingram in Concert: Jack Ingram Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Billy the Kid Casino. More Info: 575-378-4140 Website

July 3-4: Staerkel Mountain Annie's: $32.50 for adults (includes dinner, the show, tax and gratuity), $12.00 for ages 7-12, and under 6 are free. Most nights doors open at 6:00 PM, dinner is served promptly at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM. Young children and infants are welcome at the dinner shows, or, to let the parents or grandparents catch a break and watch the featured entertainment, the children may play in a specially designed and well-supervised upstairs playhouse area. More Info: 575-257-7982

July 4: Carrizozo Fireworks Display: Valle Del Sol Gazebo, just east of the Golf Course on Hwy 380, Carrizozo, NM. Bring the whole family down to Carrizozo tonight for a terrific fireworks display over Carrizozo City Lake, courtesy of the Carrizozo Chamber of Commerce, Carrizozo Volunteer Fire Dept and Valle Del Sol. Food, live music, games and family-style entertainment! Festivities start at Noon and Fireworks begin at dusk. A special area will be designated where the public may set-off their own fireworks (no bottle rockets allowed). Info: Carrizozo Chamber of Commerce, 505-648-2732 or Website

July 4: Mescalero Apache Wellness Challenge Run: Mescalero Wellness Center, 474 Mescal Loop. 6 am registration, 7 am start time for the Competitive 5 & 10 K run. 7:15 am start for the non-competitive 3 K walk. Info: 575-464-6383 For more info, call 575-464-6383.

July 4: Independence Day Parade and Fireworks Extravaganza: What would Independence Day be without a parade? Parade begins at the corner of Oregon and 10th Street, runs west to New York Avenue, south on New York and ends at the corner of 9th Street. Alamogordo's NM Museum of Space History puts on a terrific fireworks display (weather-permitting) at dusk, parking for fireworks display along Scenic Drive or Indian Wells. Gather the family and don't forget your folding chairs! Fireworks info: Space Museum, 877-333-6589; Parade info: 575-439-4250.

July 4: Celebration on Burro Avenue: Cloudcroft NM, 10-5. Join us for all-day, small-town fun for the whole family, right in the heart of midtown! Info: Cloudcroft Chamber, 575-682-2733

July 5: Schnecken Fest: Laughing Sheep Farm Country Foods, Meat Market and Gardens, 1 mile west of Lincoln NM, Hwy 380, 11am - 5pm. What's a Schnecken Fest? It's a sampling or tasting of something delicious... in this case, healthy, lean, natural meats - including Lamb, Elk, Antelope, Venison, Rabbit and more; petting zoo and live music; $19.95 per person. Info: 575-653-4041 or Email

July 7-8: Cree Uprising Golf Tournament: Cree Meadows Golf Course, Country Club Drive. Presented by the Cree Meadows Ladies Association; Practice rounds Sunday, shotgun start 9am Monday, 10am Tuesday. Cost $240 per team, carts included. Info, Cree Pro Shop: 575-257-5815.

July 10: The Little Mermaid: Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Hwy 220 in Alto. THE LITTLE MERMAID • Missoula Children’s Theatre Fri Jul 10 at 7 ($15 adults, $7) Free acting workshop for youth culminating in full musical show. Info: Spencer Box Office, 575-336-4800. Website

July 10-12: 14th Annual Art Loop Tour: This free self-guided Lincoln County tour will take you to the studios of 26 artists; a diverse selection of Fine Art and Contemporary Crafts including ceramics, glass, fabric art, jewelry, sculpture, gourd art and painting. Look for the colorful Art Loop signs and banners at each studio; brochures with maps available at the Ruidoso Chamber of Commerce June 1st. Info: Gallery 408, 575-648-2598 or visit Website

July 10-12: Christmas in July Bridge Sectional: Convention Center, hours vary daily. For more info, call 575-257-1898. Website

July 11: Humane Society Furr Ball: Alto Lakes Golf and Country Club, 7:30pm. This 7th Annual black-tie fundraiser benefits our local Humane Society and is 'the' social event of the year! Sure, there's the great food, fabulous cocktails and Silent Auction... but the adorable adoptable pets that will be on hand alone are worth the price of admission! Ticket info, Silent Auction donations. 575-257-9841

July 11-12: Cloudcroft July Jamboree: Cloudcroft, NM. Come and enjoy our 33nd Annual event; 60 artist from around the country willcome to Cloudcroft's Zenith park to sell totally original art, pottery, jewelry and many more handmade crafts. Lots of food and live entertainment. Info: Call the Chamber, 575-682-2733.

July 16: Loverboy Inn of the Mountain Gods: Loverboy Inn of the Mountain Gods,Joining the Summer Concert series, Canadian rock band, Loverboy has produced numerous hit songs in the United States and their home country of Canada and released four multi-platinum albums thoughout their career. The Summer Concert Series is open to the public. Performances start at 7 pm. For tickets call the Inn of the Mountain Gods. More Info: 1-877-277-4577

July 17: Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain, Tonight!: Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Hwy 220 in Alto. HAL HOLBROOK IN MARK TWAIN, TONIGHT! Fri Jul 17 at 8 ($89 & $86) The great stage& screen star’s re-creation of Twain, his astute wit & political irreverence. Info: Spencer Box Office, 575-336-4800. Website

July 17-19: Last Chance Qualifier, USSSA Slow Pitch Tournament: Eagle Creek Sports Complex. Men's & Women's Open, Men's D & E/E REC. Deadline July 10th, 2009. $235 More Info: 575-378-9810 Email

July 18: Christmas in July Bazaar and Luncheon: Episcopal Church of the Holy Mount, 121 Mescalero Trail, 8am. Annual bake sale, raffle, garage sale and luncheon; luncheon admission $10 adult, $5 children; garage sale donations welsome, no clothes please. Info: Josie Powell at 257-4156 or Church at 575-257-2356.

July 18: Toys for Tots Summertime Bike Run: Wingfield Park, Midtown Ruidoso. Motorcycle toy run. From 7 am til 12 pm. Toys to be donated can be donated at Wingfield Park on Wingfield Road in Midtown Ruidoso. There will be a motorcycle ride to Albuquerque afterwards.

July 18: 4th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair: Ruidoso Federated Woman's Club. Arts and Crafts Fair and Silent Auction, 116 S. Evergreen 9 am - 4 pm. More Info: 575-258-2842

July 23: Opening Event for 2009 Ruidoso Art Festival: 8pm. Zuill Bailey, Cello. Bach Solo Cello Suites concert. Performing Arts Hall at 125 Warrior Dr. Website

July 24-26: 38th Annual Ruidoso Art Festival: The Ruidoso Art Festival will be held July 24th, 25th, & 26th at the Ruidoso Convention Center, 111 Sierra Blanca Drive, Ruidoso, New Mexico. Festival hours are as follow, Fri. July 24: 12 noon to 9pm, Sat. July 25: 10 am to 6pm, Sun, July 26: 11 am to 5 pm. For more information please call the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce at 1-877-RUIDOSO (784-3676) or 575-257-7395. Website

July 25: Rubber Ducky Derby: Two Rivers Park, behind the Chamber of Commerce at 720 Sudderth, 10am. Big Sisters of Southeastern New Mexico present their 3rd annual Rubber Ducky Derby. Tickets on sale at the Chamber of Commerce, 720 Sudderth; 1 Duck for $5 Bucks; 5 Ducks for $20 Bucks and 5 Ducks for $100.00; win cash prizes! Info: 575-258-4185

July 25: Summerfest and Street Fair: Community Youth Warehouse. 200 Church St. (Behind Cornerstone Bakery). 9 am - 3 pm. Live auction starts at 11 am. Silent auction (tables close at 2 pm.) Hand-made Crafts, Baked Goods, Raffles, Snacks. All proceeds to benefit community youth warehouse. More Info: 575-257-4170

July 25: Cowboy Jubilee: Hubbard Museum of the American West. A Celebration of National Day of the Cowboy Week and Day of the Cowboy in New Mexico. 8 a.m. til noon Family and Children Activities. 1 p.m. til 3 p.m. Cowboy Poetry and Music. More Info: 575-378-4142

July 25: Sisters Morales Salsa Dance Concert: Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Hwy 220 in Alto. SISTERS MORALES SALSA DANCE CONCERT Sat Jul 25 at 8 ($39 & $36) Get up and dance as these Austin gals blend alt-country, R&B and Mexican folk ballads. SALSA DANCE CLASS Sat July 25 from 4 to 6 Step, twist, twirl; Free Latin American dance lessons for concert ticket holders (Limited Availability). MEXICAN BUFFET Sat July 25 (at 6 $20) pre-concert spread of ethnic cuisine. All you can eat. Info: Spencer Box Office, 575-336-4800. Website

July 26: Zia Weekend at Ruidoso Downs Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Casino.: Zia Weekend at Ruidoso Downs Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Casino. Live racing from 1-5 pm. New Mexico-bred horses plus free parking and admission. Arts & Crafts Show from 11 am - 5 pm featuring all New Mexico made products. More Info: Racetrack 575-378-4431

July 31: Jean Burdine Scholarship Golf Scramble Kokopelli Golf Course: Jean Burdine Scholarship Golf Scramble Kokopelli Golf Course. 8 a.m. Shot-gun start, There will be a raffle with some really great prizes including a Grand Prize of a 52' LCD TV. Proceeds from the tournament will be donated to the ENMU-Ruidoso to award scholarships to students majoring in business and and hospitality and tourism. Sierra Blanca Motors has donated a new car to the lucky person who makes a hole-in-one on the 13th Hole More Info: 575-336-1818

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August 1: Frankie Avalon: Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Hwy 220 in Alto. FRANKIE AVALON Sat Aug 1 at 2 ($69 & $66) & 8 ($79 & $76) The legendary Beach Party actor-singer rocks with his band in hits like Venus, Dede Dinah, Cupid, Teardrops. Info: Spencer Box Office, 575-336-4800. Website

August 2-4: Women's New Mexico Open Inn of the Mountain Gods.: Women's New Mexico Open Inn of the Mountain Gods. Please call the Golf Pro Shop at Inn of the Mountain Gods for details. More Info: 1-877-277-4577 or 575-464-7941

August 3-8: Lincoln County Fair: Capitan Fair Grounds. 55th Annual Livestock show, dance and lots more to do and see! Info: 575-354-3305

August 3-8: Annual Lincoln County Fair Capitan Fair Grounds: Annual Lincoln County Fair Capitan Fair Grounds. Livestock show, dance and lots more to do and see! More Info: 575-648-2311

August 6: Preview of Alto Artists Studio Tour and Business After Hours Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, : Preview of Alto Artists Studio Tour and Business After Hours Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, 5pm-7pm. Art preview and silent auction. Food, fun, and networking. More Info: Delfina Diem (575) 336-2356 Website

August 6-22: The Villain Took a Chip Shot or...Thar's Gold in Them Thar Greens: August 6-8, 13-15 & 20-22 Ruidoso Schools Performing Arts Center, The Villain Took a Chip Shot or …Thar’s Gold in Them Thar Greens.Gloria Greenfee inherited the Greenfee Lodge along with a debt from her uncle, and she can’t pay the bank.

August 7: Concert Talk: Ruidoso Public Library, FREE Website

August 7-9: Ft Stanton Live!: Ft. Stanton, NM (Hwy 220, 20 miles NE Ruidoso), 10-5 . Food vendors, re-enactments & more! Info: 575-258-1833 or 257-7395.

August 7-9: Pony Express Trail Ride Lincoln.: The Pony Express Trail Ride in Lincoln County commemorates the Pony Express, keeping the tradition alive by carrying the U.S. mail on horseback from White Oaks to Lincoln in three days. Buy a letter; join the ride; or just watch the Parade. Hosted by Lincoln County Sherriff's Posse. More Info: 575-973-0117

August 7-9: Fort Stanton Live Fort Stanton, NM.: Fort Stanton Live Fort Stanton, NM., 9 am til 4:30. Wild West Show with Civil War reenactments, Buffalo Soldiers, and Mountain Men. Vendors, food, and entertainment. --In conjunction with Lincoln Days! Admission is free. Donations accepted. More Info: mark Jones 937-1897 or 575-430-1698

August 7-9: Old Lincoln Days : Old Lincoln Days, Street vendors, food, parade & mountain man camp. 'Last Escape of Billy the Kid' pageant. More Info: 575-653-4025 Video

August 8: St. Eleanor’s Enchilada Dinner & Bingo Night: Ruidoso Convention Center, 4-8pm. Join us for our 15th Annual dinner and Bingo event! Admission TBA. Info: 575-257-2330.

August 8: Ruidoso Chamber Music Festival Spencer Theater: Ruidoso Chamber Music Festival Spencer Theater .At 11:00 am is the Chamber Music for Children concert admission for Children under 18, is $5 and Adults are $10. At 6:00-7:30 pm is the Fabulous Festival Fling (a gala fundraising party ) admission is $25. At 8:00 pm a performance by The 2009 Van Cliburn Gold Medalist. We will know who the performer will be when he/she is selected on June 7, 2009! $39 per ticket (Students under 18, $25) More Info: RRCA 575-257-7272, 575-973-3169 or 866-375-7370.

August 8: Chamber Music for Children: Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Hwy 220 in Alto. CHAMBER MUSIC FOR CHILDREN Sat Aug 8 at 11 ($10 adults, $5) The Chamber Music Festival presents Willy Sucre & Friends in a fun program of classical music. Chamber Music Festival in Ruidoso presents VAN CLILBURN GOLD MEDALIST Sat Aug 8 at 8 ($39 adults, $25 under18) the new international piano competition champion. FABULOUS FESTIVAL FLING Sat Aug 8 at 6 ($25) fund-raising gala for Chamber Music Festival in Crystal Lobby before the Van Cliburn Gold piano concert. Info: Spencer Box Office, 575-336-4800. Website

August 8-9: Alto Artists' Studio Tour: Alto NM (Hwy 48, 5 miles N of Ruidoso), hours 10-5. Self-guided tour of multiple local artists represented in creative studios throughout Alto. Brochure/ maps available at various locations beginning mid-July. Info: Delfina Diem, (575) 336-2356 Website

August 13-15: 3rd Annual Bruise N Cruise Fort Stanton: 3rd Annual Bruise N Cruise Fort Stanton. Fundraiser/celebration for all things EcoServants. Great bands, cave tours, mountain biking, hiking, food vendors, a jolly jumper, a two story fun slide, a rock climbing wall, disc golf tournament mountain bike raffle, & lots of free prizes

August 13-15: A Ride With Bob starring Asleep at the Wheel: Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Hwy 220 in Alto. A RIDE WITH BOB starring ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL Thu Aug 13, Fri Aug 14, Sat Aug 15 at 8 Faded Love, Roly Poly, San Antonio Rose.Rollicking tribute-tale with Ray Benson’s band of 25 celebrating the late, great Bob Wills, the King of Western Swing. Info: Spencer Box Office, 575-336-4800. Website

August 14: Art After-Hours Gallery Walk Ruidoso.: Art After-Hours Gallery Walk Ruidoso. Walk will feature between 3-5 galleries or Artful shops open after regular business hours from 5 pm to 8 pm. Some will have musicians and artists . This is a self-guided tour. Listing of participating galleries will be provided at a later date. More Info: 575-257-7272 Photo Album

August 15: Randy Rogers & Mark Mckinney in Concert: Randy Rogers & Mark Mckinney Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Billy the Kid Casino. More Info: 575-378-4140

August 15-17: 1st Annual Regional Performing Arts Festival: White Mountain Sports Complex. The Ruidoso Regional Council for the Arts kicks-off summer’s ‘last blast’ with a special appearance by (kite) ‘Ollie the Octopus’; Live Music Saturday and Sunday from noon to 8pm (open mic from 12 to 4pm); movie screenings all 3 evenings; Disc Golf Tournaments Sat afternoon and Sun evening; booths, vendors, games for the kids, Community drum circle (bring your own drums), and raffles for great prizes! Start time 5pm on Friday, 11am Saturday and Sunday. Info: RRCA, 575-257-7272

August 21-22: Staerkel Mountain Annie's: Staerkel Mountain Annie's. $32.50 for adults (includes dinner, the show, tax and gratuity), $12.00 for ages 7-12, and under 6 are free. Most nights doors open at 6:00 PM, dinner is served promptly at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM. Young children and infants are welcome at the dinner shows, or, to let the parents or grandparents catch a break and watch the featured entertainment, the children may play in a specially designed and well-supervised upstairs playhouse area. More Info: 575-257-7982

August 21-23: Mountain Double Up, USSSA Slow Pitch Tournament : Mountain Double Up, USSSA Slow Pitch Tournament Eagle Creek Sports Complex.Competitive and Recreation. Deadline August 14th, 2009. $235. More Info: 575-378-9810

August 22: Spencer Lobster Fest Fund Raiser: Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Hwy 220 in Alto. SPENCER LOBSTER FEST FUND RAISER Sat Aug 22 at 6 ($100) All-you-can eat lobsters fresh from the frigid Atlantic! Snazzy jazz bands at this scrumptious affair! Info: Spencer Box Office, 575-336-4800. Website

August 25: The Limeliters & Highwaymen: Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Hwy 220 in Alto. THE LIMELITERS & HIGHWAYMEN Tue Aug 25 at 8 ($59 & $56) Two World famous Folk Revival groups that blend harmony, folklore, humor and history with stirling instrumentals: This Land is Your Land, The Power and Glory, A Hundred Men,Whiskey In The Jar; Big Rock Candy Mountain, Gypsy Rover, Michael Row The Boat Ashore. Info: Spencer Box Office, 575-336-4800. Website

August 28-29: Staerkel Mountain Annie's: Staerkel Mountain Annie's. $32.50 for adults (includes dinner, the show, tax and gratuity), $12.00 for ages 7-12, and under 6 are free. Most nights doors open at 6:00 PM, dinner is served promptly at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM. Young children and infants are welcome at the dinner shows, or, to let the parents or grandparents catch a break and watch the featured entertainment, the children may play in a specially designed and well-supervised upstairs playhouse area. More Info: 575-257-7982

August 29: Elvis Presley Story with Ronnie McDowell: Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Hwy 220 in Alto. ELVIS PRESLEY STORY with RONNIE MCDOWELL Sat Aug 29 at 8 ($79 & $76) Spirited Elvis revival with a multi-instrumental band and Presley’s former backup gospel singers, The Stamps Quartet. Info: Spencer Box Office, 575-336-4800. Website

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TBA: Expo-Fiesta Mexicana 2009: Ruidoso Convention Center, 12 to 9 pm. International and Local Dancers, Native Tarahumanas & Aztec Dancers, Rondalla Group Incredible Music, Pinata, Raffle, Dancing to DJ, Mariachis, Art Exposition, Mexican Food and much more. Donation $5, children under 12 are free. More Info: 575-937-4502

TBA: Gospel Singing Fundraiser Flying J Ranch: 6:30 - 8 pm. Sponsored by Sierra Blanca Christian Academy. Free admission. Snacks & Gospel Singing. Donations accepted. More Info: 575-630-0144

TBA: Altrusa Mamograms: Altrusa Mamograms Women ages 30-64 can start making appointments for mamograms. Mamograms are $55 for a routine screening. Participants cannot have not had any augmentations and must either live in Lincoln County or have a doctor in Lincoln County. More Info: Terri Trotter 258-4615

September 4-5: Staerkel Mountain Annie's: Staerkel Mountain Annie's. $32.50 for adults (includes dinner, the show, tax and gratuity), $12.00 for ages 7-12, and under 6 are free. Most nights doors open at 6:00 PM, dinner is served promptly at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM. Young children and infants are welcome at the dinner shows, or, to let the parents or grandparents catch a break and watch the featured entertainment, the children may play in a specially designed and well-supervised upstairs playhouse area. More Info: 575-257-7982

September 5: Fall American Photography Show Hubbard Museum of the American West: September 5th—Fall American Photography Show Hubbard Museum of the American West. More Info: 575-378-4142

September 5-6: All American Gun & Western Collectable Show: All-American Gun & Western Collectible Show Ruidoso Convention Center. 9-5. Admission $5 adults, kids 12 & under free. The All American Gun and Western Collectable Show is just what the name implies. 180 tables of everything that relates to guns as well as hunting equipment. knives, cowboy gear, saddles, blankets, spurs, western relics, Indian artifacts, jewelry, coins and much much more. More Info: 575-257-6171

September 5-6: Eleventh Annual Arts in the Orchard Lincoln, NM: 5th & 6th—Eleventh Annual Arts in the Orchard Lincoln, NM. 10-5. Arts, crafts, music & more at the monument visitors center (mile-marker 97.5) on Hwy 380. Enter the apple pie or fruit-of-the-orchard contest, check out a magic show & listen to local musicians! More Info: Sue, 575-630-0044

September 7: 50th - All American Futurity Ruidoso Downs: September 7th— 50th All-American Futurity Ruidoso Downs . Ruidoso Downs Racetrack presents the world’s richest Quarter Horse race - a $2 million purse! Racing begins at noon. More Info: Track, 575-378-4431

September 7-11: Men's New Mexico Open Golf Tournament Inn of the Mountain Gods: Men's New Mexico Open Golf Tournament Inn of the Mountain Gods. A great Pro-Am, a long drive contest and the top golf event in the state featuring 150 of the finest professional and amateur players vying for a $90, 000 purse. Some professional who have won the New Mexico Open are Lee Trevino, Paul Stankowski and Notah Begay. Proceeds from the Open and the Pro-Am will benefit the UNM Children's Hospital. More Info: 1-877-277-4577

September 11-12: Staerkel Mountain Annie's: Staerkel Mountain Annie's. $32.50 for adults (includes dinner, the show, tax and gratuity), $12.00 for ages 7-12, and under 6 are free. Most nights doors open at 6:00 PM, dinner is served promptly at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM. Young children and infants are welcome at the dinner shows, or, to let the parents or grandparents catch a break and watch the featured entertainment, the children may play in a specially designed and well-supervised upstairs playhouse area. More Info: 575-257-7982

September 12: Run For the Beach : September 12th—Run For the Beach Midtown Ruidoso. Breast cancer Education, Awareness, Cure, & Hope. Run will be held in Midtown Ruidoso. Proceeds from the race are used to defray mammogram costs & expenses for the residents of Lincoln County. Email

September 12: 4th Annual Butterfly Release White Moutain Meadows Pavilion: Off Gavilan Canyon Rd., near the Hull Rd. intersection. 1-2 pm. All butterflies are Monarchs and are $10. Butterflies will be distributed at 1 pm. To ensure their safety, all unclaimed butterfies will be released by 2:15 pm.This fundraiser is to benefit the Ruidoso Home Care and Hospice Foundation, providing end of life care for Lincoln County Residents. More Info: Nancy Lee 575-258-0028

September 16-20: Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally : September 16th - 20th—39th Annual Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally Ruidoso Downs Sports Theater Complex, 3/4 miles east of the racetrack entrance . More Info: 800-452-8045, 505-257-8696 Video

September 18-19: Staerkel Mountain Annie's.: Staerkel Mountain Annie's. $32.50 for adults (includes dinner, the show, tax and gratuity), $12.00 for ages 7-12, and under 6 are free. Most nights doors open at 6:00 PM, dinner is served promptly at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM. Young children and infants are welcome at the dinner shows, or, to let the parents or grandparents catch a break and watch the featured entertainment, the children may play in a specially designed and well-supervised upstairs playhouse area. More Info: 575-257-7982

September 19: The Guess Who in Concert: The Guess Who Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Billy the Kid Casino. More Info: 575-378-4140

September 19: The Boys Next Door: Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Hwy 220 in Alto. THE BOYS NEXT DOOR Wayland Univ. Theatre Fri Jun 19 at 8 ($25) Entertaining & tender tale of four mentally challenged men & their burned out young social worker. Info: Spencer Box Office, 575-336-4800. Website

September 21-23: Senior New Mexico Open Inn of the Mountain Gods: Please call the Inn of the Mountain Gods pro shop for more information. More Info: 1-877-277-4577 or 575- 464-7941

September 25-27: Mixed State, USSSA Slow Pitch Tournament: Eagle Creek Sports Complex. Competitive and Recreation. Deadline September 18th, 2009 $250. More Info: 575-378-9810 Email

September 26: 3rd Annual Tour de Ruidoso White Mountain Sports Complex: September 26th—3rd Annual Tour de Ruidoso White Mountain Sports Complex. Beginning at 7 a.m. The Start/Finish Line for all events is the Recreation Area parking lot by the soccer field east of the Links at Sierra Blanca (access off Hull Rd.) Three events to choose from; Century Ride (100 miles), 100K (62 miles), and Links Fun Ride (3 miles). This fundraiser is to benefit the Ruidoso Home Care and Hospice Foundation, providing end of life care for Lincoln County Residents. More Info: Steve Hightower 575-336-1151

September 26: Ruidoso Service Clubs Golf Scramble Cree Meadows Golf Course: 10 a.m. Shotgun start. Four Person Best Ball. This tournament benefits Lincoln County scholarship and youth activities. More Info: Mark Jones 575-430-1698 or 575-937-1897

September 27: Staerkel Mountain Annie's: $32.50 for adults (includes dinner, the show, tax and gratuity), $12.00 for ages 7-12, and under 6 are free. Most nights doors open at 6:00 PM, dinner is served promptly at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM. Young children and infants are welcome at the dinner shows, or, to let the parents or grandparents catch a break and watch the featured entertainment, the children may play in a specially designed and well-supervised upstairs playhouse area. More Info: 575-257-7982

September 27: Gospel Singing Fundraiser Flying J Ranch: 6:30 - 8 pm. Sponsored by Sierra Blanca Christian Academy. Free admission. Snacks & Gospel Singing. Donations accepted. More Info: 575-630-0144

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TBA: Rotary Enchilada Supper : Ruidoso High School Cafeteria. More Info: 257-4651

TBA: Annual Arts & Crafts Festival First Christian Church: TBA - 6th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival First Christian Church, 1211 Hull Rd.. Free admission. 9-4. Indoor and outdoor booths, featuring jewlery, pottery, wood carvings, arts and crafts, baked goods and more. More Info: 575-258-4250

TBA: Party on the Mountain Ski Apache: All day event starting at 10 am. Food, entertainment, beer and wine tasting, local business booths, prizes, gift certificates, season passes and much more. More Info: 575-464-3604

October 2-4: RUIDOSO RALLY: The Volvo Club of America New Mexico Road Runner Chapter is holding a rally for Volvo and Saab owners and enthusiasts. The event runs from Friday evening, October 2 through Sunday, October 4. Included in the activities are cruises to Lincoln and around the Billy the Kid Scenic Byway. For more information, contact Pete Ienatsch at 575-257-6729.

October 3: Trinity Site Tour Trinity Site, NM.: October 3rd—Trinity Site Tour Trinity Site, NM. Only possible twice a year (First Saturday of April and October). More Info: 575-437-6120

October 4-5: Aspenfest Weekend Ruidoso Area: October 4th & 5th. Parade through midtown (Sat. 10 a.m., from the corner of Sudderth & Mechem to 700 block of Sudderth). Arts & crafts at Schoolhouse Park on Sudderth (Sat. 9-5:30, Sun. 9-5, admission $2 adults, free to kids under 12.), 27th Annual New Mexico State Open Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, and on Sunday the Ruidoso Chili Society Pod Chili Cook-Off, a Rod Run Car Show, (Sat, 8-4, free admission) Both take place at the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. More Info: Rick Thomas (Chili cookoff) 336-8399, Bonnie Richardson (Arts & Crafts) 378-4661, Ron Duscha (Car show) 915-598-0621,& Kathy (Parade) 575-257-7395 Email Website

October 5-11: Aspen Gold Bridge Tournament: October 5th - 11th—Aspen Gold Bridge Tournament Ruidoso Convention Center. Daily tournaments at 9 am, 1 pm, and 7 pm More Info: 575-257-1898

October 8: Mel Tillis Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino: This concert kicks off the weekend of the Cowboy Symposium. Come see one of the most famous artists in country music! More Info: 575-378-4140

October 9-11: 19th Annual Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium : October 9th, 10th, & 11th—19th Annual Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium Ruidoso Downs Racetrack . Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Cowboy poets, musicians, chuckwagon cooks/craftsmen plus a great concert by Asleep at the Wheel Thursday Oct 11th! Sunday the 12th Admission is Free! More Info: Sunny 575-378-4431. Video

October 10: Kids Rodeo Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium: October 17th—Kids Rodeo Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium. Sponsored by the Lincoln County Sheriffs Posse. Rodeo is free and is for children ages 5-12. From 1-3 pm. Registration will begin at 11:30. More Info: Patti 575-937-2304

October 16-17: Ruidoso Oktoberfest: October 16th & 17th—Ruidoso Oktoberfest Convention Center. Enjoy German music with live bands, food, beers, wine, arts/crafts, dancing, a special Kinderhall & lots of family fun More Info: 575-257-6171 or 877-877-9322

October 17: Ski Run Road Challenge: Saturday, October 17th,2009. 8am. Ruidoso, New Mexico. A 20K run uphill (solo or team relay) starting at Eagle Creek Sports Complex on Hwy 532 (Ski Run Road) and finishing at Ski Apache Plaza. It is a USATF sanctioned event with great food & great prizes. Contact: Frederic Moras 575-257-9507 Email

October 17-18: High Rolls Apple Festival Community Center: (East of the US 82 Tunnel, follow the signs and traffic control personnel.) Sat. 9-5 and Sun. 9-4. Local and other apples, and apple products, over 60 artists and crafts vendors. Food, drinks and activities. Admission and parking are free. More Info: Vicky 575-682-4590 or Penny 575-682-5056 Photo Album

October 24: Nob Hill Fall Family Fun Fest Ruidoso Convention Center: October 24th—Nob Hill Fall Family Fun Fest Ruidoso Convention Center. 4 pm to 7 pm. Bring the whole family for some Halloween fun. Assorted booths, food, haunted house and more. Free admission. Booth tickets 5 for $1. More Info: 257-9041

October 24: 4th Annual Painted Burro Sale & Auction Gallery : November 21st—4th Annual Painted Burro Sale & Auction Gallery 408 Carrizozo, NM . Doors open at 5 p.m. Free Burrito Dinner & Auction 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. More Info: 575-648-2598 Photo Album

October 31: Trick or Treat in Midtown Midtown, Ruidoso: October 31st—Trick or Treat in Midtown Midtown, Ruidoso. 3 pm til 5 pm. Dress in your scariest costume and have a good time trick or treating in Midtown!

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TBA: Fall E-Waste Event IGA Lawrence Brothers Parking Lot.: TBA - Fall E-Waste Event IGA Lawrence Brothers Parking Lot. This event provides people with the opportunity to properly dispose of electronic items, including computer hardware, printers, telephones, cell phones, radios & TV's, small appliances, and many other items. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. More Info: LCSWA 378-4697

TBA: The Western Frontier Mountain Gun Show Ruidoso: TBA - The Western Frontier Mountain Gun Show Ruidoso Convention Center. Presented by the Ruidoso Evening Lions Club. More Info: 575-258-5445

TBA: 3rd Annual Veterans' Day Tribute No Scum Allowed Saloon: TBA - 3rd Annual Veterans' Day Tribute No Scum Allowed Saloon, White Oaks, NM. More Info: 1-575-648-5583

TBA: 3rd Annual Operation KidSight Golf Tournament: Cree Meadows Country Club, 10:30am check-in and lunch, 5pm dinner and awards. The Ruidoso Valley Noon Lion’s Club welcomes all area golfers for a fun event, with a great cause: proceeds benefit Operation KidSight, a program that conducts photo eye screenings to detect youth vision disorders and assists in the purchase of eyeglasses for children. This 4-person team scramble will award prizes for 1st Place Team, Longest Drive and Closest to the Hole. Entry Fee: $95 per person, $340 per team. Info: Vic Dunham, 575-336-1986 or Website

November 1: Daylight Savings: November 1st—Daylight Savings Time Daylight Savings Time ends..

November 13-15: 21st Annual Christmas Jubilee Convention Center: November 13th-15th—21st Annual Christmas Jubilee Convention Center. Shop ‘til you drop and bring the kids for a visit with Santa. Hrs: Fri. Noon-6, Sat. 10-6 & Sun. 11-4 Admission only $1! More Info: Bev Reynolds, 336-8206 or Becky Baker, 336-4023 Website

November 14: Ancient New Mexico: Hubbard Museum of the American West. More Info: 575-378-4142

November 26: Ski Apache Opening Day: November 26th— Ski Apache Opening Day Ruidoso. Adult full day $26 & Child Full Day $17. More Info: 464-3600 Video

November 27: Festival of Lights: November 27th—Festival of Lights: Ruidoso. This is the 'lighting' date for all the midtown merchants and all the light poles. After dark More Info: 575-257-7395 Website

November 27-29: FOL Walk Through Bethlehem Angus Church of the Nazarene.: November 27th, 28th, & 29th—FOL Walk Through Bethlehem Angus Church of the Nazarene. 6-8 p.m. 45 minute interactive walk through a recreated village of Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s Birth. Cast of over 60 live actors plus real animals. Talk to the actors about the times they portray. More Info: 336-8032 Photo Album

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TBA: The Nutcracker Spencer Theater.: 2 & 7 pm. Tickets are $25. Starring more that 50 Ruidoso-area dancers ages 4 and up, the two-act ballet classic is under the atistic direction of Deborah Rogers, a former professional dancer with several Houston companies. RDE's Nutcracker features delightful choreography, lavish costumes and sweet scenery that never fails to impress. More Info: 1-888-818-7872 Website

TBA: Mescalero Christmas Arts & Crafts Show Inn of the Mountain Gods: Visitors can enjoy arts and crafts made by local artists. Great for holiday gifts! More Info: 1-877-277-4577

TBA: Gingerbread House Competition Entries Inn of the Mountain Gods: What are the holidays without Gingerbread Houses!? Call for details about the competition and where to view the entries. 575-464-7777. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Website

December 3: Christmas in the Park Tree Lighting Schoolhouse Park: 6 p.m. Join the Village of Ruidoso in their annual lighting of the Yule Log. Free admission. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Website

December 3-6: Walk Through Bethlehem Angus Church of the Nazarene: 6-8 p.m. 45 minute interactive walk through a recreated village of Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s Birth. Cast of over 60 live actors plus real animals. Talk to the actors about the times they portray. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Website

December 4-13: A Christmas Story: December 4-6 and 11-13 Ruidoso Schools Performing Arts Center. A Christmas Story, Humorist Jean Shephers's memoir of growing up in the mid-west follows, 9- year old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas.

December 5: Parade of Lights Midtown Ruidoso: Beautifully lit and fantastically festive, the Festival of Lights Electric Light parade starts at 5:30 pm from the corner of Sudderth/Mechem, through Midtown, down to the Chamber of Commerce. More Info: 575-257-7395 E-mail: info@ruidosonow.com Email Website

December 19: Ski Apache Torch Light Parade Ski Apache: A native drum will begin playing at 5 p.m., and the Parade is at 6. Veteran skiers and their lighted torches will ski down the mountain. Assorted snacks and refreshments will be available. Free admission! Spectators are encouraged to be there by 5:45 More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Website

December 24: Christmas in Historic Lincoln: Traditional lighting of luminarias along Hwy 380 at dusk. More Info: Sherry, 575-653-4680

December 24: Christmas Eve Mass St. Eleanor Catholic Church: Mass is at the Ruidoso Convention Center at 6 pm. More Info: 575-257-2330

December 24: Christmas Program First Baptist Church: The time for the Christmas Eve Service is to be announced. More Info: 575-257-2081

December 24: Carrizozo Christmas Eve Celebration Carrizozo, NM Starts at dusk: Luminarias, hay rides & open-house at some businesses. More Info: Carrizozo Chamber 575-648-2732

December 24: Christmas in Historic Lincoln Lincoln: Traditional lighting of luminarias along Hwy 380 at dusk. More Info: Sherry, 575-653-4680

December 25: Christmas Day Mass St Eleanor Catholic Church: Time to be announced. 120 Junction Rd. More Info: 575-257-2330

December 31: Christmas Show and Sing-Along Mountain Annie's: Entertainment to be announced. More Info: 575-257-7982 Website

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TBA: Ski Apache Disabled (Adaptive) Skier Silent Auction Inn of the Mountain Gods: 6-9 p.m. Free food, fun, thousands of items to bid on and a great cause! More Info: 336-4416 Website

TBA: Relay for Life Kick Off The Lodge at Sierra Blanca: 6 p.m. More Info: 575-808-0413

TBA: Walk in the Woods Kickoff: Create a team or participate as an individual. Divisions are Youth, Adult, Family, or Individual. Each participant keeps track of their own points per week on the a tracker sheet. Points can be earned for many healthy decisions. This program is to help people get fit and healthy for the new year! More Info: 575-258-3252 ext.6720 Email

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TBA: Used Tire Amnesty Weekend' Lincoln County Businesses Schoolhouse Park: 8 am - 5 pm Friday & 8 am - 4 pm Saturday. They will be accepting car, light truck, SUV tires (with or without rims). The cost is free, but no large commercial tires please. More Info: 575-378-4697 or 257-5030 Website

TBA: mARTi Gras Ruidoso Convention Center : 6:00pm – 10pm. Family oriented event celebrating the visual and performing arts. Music & Dancing, Gumbo Cook-Off, Live & Silent Art Auctions, Mask Contest, Art in Action, Exhibits & Sales, Children’s Activities. Adults $10, Children under 12 $5. More Info: 257-7272 Website

TBA: Valentine's Day Romance at Ski Apache Ski Apache: Enjoy a spectacular Valentine's Day lunch with your special someone in the picturesque scenery of Ski Apache. This fantastic four-course meal will be offered at the gazebo at the top of the ski area and will cost just $28 per person. $28 includes the gondola ride. 11 am to 2:30 pm. More Info: 575-464-3600 Website

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