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        <link>https://tcr.durangoherald.com/san-juan-regional-pediatrician-weighs-in-as-n-m-keeps-vaccine-rules/</link>
        <title>San Juan Regional pediatrician weighs in as N.M. keeps vaccine rules</title>
        <description>Farmington pediatrician discusses vaccine safety as New Mexico rejects federal changes</description>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:24:59 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Farmington pediatrician discusses vaccine safety as New Mexico rejects federal changesNew Mexico continues recommending 17 childhood vaccinations despite federal changes. Adobe StockThe New Mexico Department of Health will maintain its full childhood vaccination recommendations, despite a federal executive order calling for fewer standard immunizations, according to a news release.On Aug. 12, state health officials announced New Mexico will continue recommending 17 childhood vaccinations, rejecting a federal executive order signed by President Donald Trump that seeks to reduce the recommended list to 11 vaccines and change the standard vaccination schedule. State officials cited rising measles cases and the approaching influenza season in emphasizing the importance of continued vaccination.“Our message remains the same: the science is clear – vaccines are safe, effective and save children’s lives,” said Dr. Miranda Durham, chief medical officer for the state health department.Dr. Brad J. Scoggins, a San Juan Regional Medical Center pediatrician, urged families to follow the state’s vaccination schedule.“Keep the vaccine schedule as it’s been working for decades now,” Scoggins said. “We do still see these vaccine preventable illnesses pop up from time to time. And what I always remind parents of is that the world’s a lot smaller than it used to be as far as international travel. So, if we don’t maintain our levels of vaccination, a lot of these diseases will come back.”Scoggins warned that unvaccinated students in the classroom increase the risk of transmission, particularly for vulnerable populations.“Sitting in a classroom next to an unvaccinated child … could spread in an unvaccinated population,” Scoggins said. He added that community-wide vaccination is vital to protect a subset of people who cannot receive immunizations due to medical conditions like cancers or rheumatic diseases, as well as individuals who do not mount immunity and newborn babies who are too young for shots.Scoggins reassured parents that his office rarely receives complaints about vaccines beyond mild side effects, such as low-grade fevers and soreness at the injection site. He added that the clinic’s pediatricians and nurse practitioners have vaccinated their own children on schedule.“We wouldn’t do something for other people’s kids that we wouldn’t do for our own,” Scoggins said.New Mexico law continues to provide coverage for all recommended childhood vaccinations through Medicaid, private insurance, and the Vaccines for Children Program.For parents who have concerns about vaccines, Scoggins recommended learning about the illnesses vaccines prevent and talking with their healthcare providers.“Look at your sources,” Scoggins said. “See if a couple of injections in your mind outweighs what you might suffer if you got the actual infection. And I think for most people, getting the injection is the preferable.”The Tri-City Record requested an interview with Farmington Municipal Schools’ nursing department, but Public Information Officer Robert Taboada declined to “participate” in this story and referred the Tri-City Record to the district’s written immunization policy on its website.According to Farmington Municipal Schools’ written immunization policies on student enrollment, which align with state mandates, New Mexico schools are legally required to “maintain current immunization records for all students.”Furthermore, district policies state that schools must “commence disenrollment proceedings for students who are unable to provide either valid satisfactory evidence of immunization compliance per state law or a current and valid immunization exemption.”The New Mexico Department of Health allows school health offices to serve as a “public health authority” to help schools track immunization requirements. School nurses and designated health staff have limited authority to collect students’ immunization records to help protect them from vaccine-preventable diseases.For more information, visit www.farmingtonschools.us/about-us/departments/health-wellness-and-prevention.]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Summer Time Family Fest returns to San Juan College</title>
        <description>Event will benefit campus pantry and food insecurity support system</description>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:18:16 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Event will benefit campus pantry and food insecurity support systemAn evening of family fun will be returning to the San Juan College Graduation Plaza on Aug. 29 with the Summer Time Family Fest. File photoThe Summer Time Family Fest, a free community celebration, will be returning to San Juan College on Saturday, Aug. 29. Hosted by the San Juan College Foundation and Dugan Production Corp., at Graduation Plaza, the festival will feature music, games and food for all ages.The event will begin at 4 p.m. and run until 8 p.m. and will also be raising funds for the San Juan College Food for Thought Program.The Food for Thought Program addresses food insecurity with students by providing resources, promoting healthy habits and utilizing the Harvest Food Hub & Kitchen found on campus.Every dollar raised will be matched by the Thomas A. and Mary E. Dugan Foundation.Activities for the family include face painting, lawn games, sprinkler hill and the opportunity to explore the exhibits at the Sherman Dugan Museum of Geology. There will also be giveaways for children throughout the evening.Attendees also can grab a free pulled pork sandwich plate while supplies last.A cornhole tournament will kick off at 3 p.m. with an entry fee of $50 per two-person team. Those interested can register early by contacting Cameron Collier at (505) 6350-2843 or cameron.collier@duganproduction.com.If you go What: Summer Time Family FestWhen: 4 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29Where: San Juan College Graduation PlazaDetails: Free event featuring family activities and foodMore information: LeAnn Magnuson at (505) 566-3522 or magnusonl@sanjuancollege.edu.alee@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>New Mexico ranks 18th in nation for higher education</title>
        <description>Department cites investments and scholarship opportunities for student success</description>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:12:37 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Department cites investments and scholarship opportunities for student successA San Juan College student stands with a family member at commencement. According to the U.S. News & World Report, New Mexico is ranked No. 18 in the nation for higher education, jumping 22 places from No. 40 since 2019. Curtis Ray Benally/Special to the Tri City Record, FileNew Mexico has improved in the national rankings for higher education, gaining two places overall in the U.S. News & World Report compared to last year and reaching No. 18.In a news release, the Higher Education Department said the ranking reflects the continued investment by the state in tuition free college, student success initiatives and efforts to strengthen higher education outcomes.The report also ranked New Mexico No. 2 in the nation for low debt at graduation and No. 8 for low tuition and fees. Since 2019, the state has jumped 22 places, up from No. 40 in the nation.“Earning a diploma or credential to fulfilling and high-paying careers right here in New Mexico has never been more achievable for New Mexicans,” said Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez. “New Mexico’s higher education landscape has been comprehensively transformed over these past eight years. It is gratifying to see national rankings reflect the tremendous investment and strategic efforts that have been made on behalf of New Mexico students.”The NMHED said while the state continues to focus on improving graduation rates, completion rates have increased, demonstrating the continued progress across the higher education system.“Enrollment also continues to grow, with more New Mexicans pursuing certificates, degrees and workforce credentials at public colleges and universities statewide,” the department said in the news release.Since the launch of the Opportunity Scholarship, more than 118,000 New Mexicans have benefited from tuition-free college opportunities while pursuing career training certificates, associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees and graduate degrees at public colleges and universities across the state.According to the NMHED, throughout 2026, programs and services designed to support students are expanding, including new scholarship opportunities, loan repayment initiatives and workforce development programs.For fiscal year 2027, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham approved a $1.5 billion investment in higher education, the largest investment in the state’s history.The state also saw one of the largest year-over-year increases in FAFSA completion rates in the nation, according to the NMHED, joining only three other states to achieve a 20% increase as national FAFSA completion rates reached an all-time high.“This progress reflects the state’s continued commitment to helping students access financial aid and pursue higher education opportunities,” the department said.To help strengthen campus safety and address critical infrastructure needs, the department also established the Higher Education Major Projects Fund. This fund supports significant capital improvements at public colleges and universities, allowing institutions to advance long-term planning, address facility needs and enhance student learning environments.“Adult Education programs continue to play an important role in strengthening New Mexico’s workforce, ranking No. 20 in the nation for measurable skill gains through its adult education system,” said the department.alee@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Kirtland FFA recognized as a National 3-Star Chapter</title>
        <description>Award highlights student work in agriculture</description>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:34:50 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Award highlights student work in agricultureDuring the San Juan County Fair, 20 students from Kirtland FFA Chapter participated in livestock shows. Courtesy Central Consolidated SchoolsKirtland FFA was just one of two chapters to be honored in the state as a National Three-Star FFA Chapter, the highest rating it can receive.In San Juan County, the chapter was the sole recipient of recognition by National FFA and has seen continued growth in enrollment and engagement, said Zane Webster, agriscience teacher at Kirtland Central High School.Webster, who is in his fourth year of teaching, said the chapter had five students in his first year, but now around 100 students are enrolled.“Each year our chapter becomes more competitive on the state and even national level through lots of different contests like career development events, leadership development events, and this award really highlights the work we do here in Kirtland,” he said.The award goes back to the quality chapter plan that is developed at the start of each year with three main categories:Building communities. Strengthening agriculture. Leadership. Those categories are then split into five subcategories that detail different events the chapter can do to highlight leadership, agriculture or strengthening community, said Webster.In Kirtland, students led several projects such as the Read to Win initiative. That provided free admission to the San Juan County Fair for children who read 20 books over the summer in an effort to increase literacy rates.Other projects include partnering with Judy Nelson Elementary for Farm Day to highlight their spring reading of “Charlotte's Web,” and the annual Cultural Immersion event that has been made into a schoolwide and public event.“We have really great students here at Kirtland and a lot of the things we do are their ideas and things they're passionate about,” Webster said. “That's really what takes us to that next level is that the students are really pushing themselves to be better leaders at our school and our community, and that's really helped our FFA grow and become what it is now. Their goals are even set higher for the future.”Located near a rural region like Navajo Nation while also being near urbanized areas like Farmington, Webster said he believes it is the diversity of students that makes the Kirtland FFA chapter unique.“We have students from so many different backgrounds, ethnicities, but also we have students that live in the city, students that live on a farm, students that live in between, and having all of those opinions and kind of life stories really blend and mesh well together to create just kind of a dynamic chapter that allows us to explore new ideas,” he said.Zane Webster, agriscience teacher at Kirtland Central High School, recently completed the 23rd annual National Association of Agricultural Educators National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador Academy. Webster has led the Kirtland FFA chapter for four years. Courtesy Central Consolidated SchoolsWebster said when he received the call from the state staff directly about the award it signaled to him that the chapter was moving in the right direction after having less exposure in former years.Webster also recently completed the 23rd annual National Association of Agricultural Educators National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador Academy, joining more than 536 outstanding agriscience teachers from across the country who have earned the title.The NAAE Ambassador Academy is a professional development institute with those being selected having the opportunity to attend the academy in Lexington, Kentucky, where they learn about inquiry-based teaching methods as well as how to draw out the science that is already present in many agriculture topics.Students like Sydney Triplett and Deizshaun Edsitty are success stories for Webster who has seen personal growth while being involved in the chapter.Triplett, who placed fourth in the state for horse evaluation, has put in the work to build her confidence in competition while Edsitty leans into leadership as he starts his Supervised Agricultural Experience and holds agriculture workshops with elementary schools.“I think the future is extremely bright. I've had more kids ask me this past week about FFA and enrollment and how they could be a part of FFA than ever before,” Webster said. “With that growth, trying to come up with more ideas of how we can help our community, what our community needs, what our students need, and try to use our FFA chapter as a resource to benefit everyone around us.”Kylee Thompson participates in the swine livestock show during the San Juan County Fair. Courtesy Central Consolidated Schools]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Farmington man involved in pedestrian crash reportedly killed woman on road in January</title>
        <description>San Juan County DA removes him from pre-prosecution diversion program</description>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:49:19 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[San Juan County DA removes him from pre-prosecution diversion programBegay.A Farmington man accused of striking a woman and her dog with a pickup was on a pre-prosecution diversion program after allegedly striking and killing a woman with his pickup in January.Kolton Begay, 18, was charged March 2 with a third-degree felony of knowingly leaving the scene of an accident, causing great bodily harm or death. He also was driving without a valid driver’s license at the time.The charges were dismissed in lieu of him entering a pre-prosecution diversion program. However, Chief Deputy District Attorney Brian Decker told the Tri-City Record, “he was terminated from the program after allegedly drove drunk on Sunday and reportedly struck Evangaline Shorty and her dog with his GMC Canyon pickup.Begay was charged with great bodily harm by vehicle, a third-degree felony; cruelty to animals a misdemeanor; aggravated DWI, a petty misdemeanor; and failure to maintain traffic lanes, a petty misdemeanor, according to jail records.He reportedly killed Shorty’s Cane Corso terrier in the crash and caused her to suffer severe injuries.The first time he allegedly struck someone with his GMC Canyon was Jan. 2 near the intersection of New Mexico 371 and County Road 8501, where at 1:47 a.m. Begay reportedly struck Lillian Redhouse killing her on impact.Begay left the scene of the crash, and his mother, Cheryl Begay, contacted New Mexico State Police on Jan. 7 saying she “believed their truck had been involved in the crash,” according to the statement of probably cause.Farmington Police captured the pickup on video, using its Real-time Crime Center, placing it near the scene of the crash. When State Police interviewed Begay, he reportedly admitted to driving in the area and striking what he believed to be a deer, court records state.He also “denied that he had consumed any substance which would have caused impairment” and said “he did not believe he had struck a person,” according to the statement of probable cause.Investigators thoroughly searched the pickup and found blood as well as damage consistent with hitting a pedestrian. Also, “disconnected wiring” for a fog light was found at the crash site.That wiring was “plugged back into its corresponding connection point in the fog light assembly. This connection further verified that the seized GMC Canyon was the truck that struck Lillian Redhouse,” according to the statement of probably cause.Kolton Begay was placed into the pre-prosecution diversion program on June 17, but when the new charges were filed on Aug. 16, the dismissed charges were refiled, according to court records.Begay waived his preliminary examination, and the case has been bound over to the 11th Judicial District Court.Begay was released from the San Juan County Detention Center into Pretrial Services. He was ordered to not consume alcohol or drugs and to not leave his home after 9 p.m. daily.dmayeux@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Farmington man admitted to killing woman</title>
        <description>Sentenced to 12 years in Department of Corrections</description>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Sentenced to 12 years in Department of CorrectionsRippingaleThe Tri-City Record has learned that a Farmington man accused of second-degree murder entered a a plea deal and was sentenced back in February.Serrono Rippingale, 28, was charged in the May 3, 2025, killing of Alissa Greenfield, who was found by dead by Farmington police at a home in the 1200 block of Randolph Avenue, where Rippingale lived.The man admitted to the killing on Jan. 13, telling the court that he got into an argument with Greenfield on the day of her death and “strangled her,” according to the audio log notes.A witness had told police that she saw Rippingale “wrestling” with Greenfield and saw the woman with blue lips and “foaming at the mouth” before she died, court records state.Rippingale was sentenced Feb. 17 after a 40-minute hearing in front of District Court Judge Curtis Gurley.During the sentencing Rippingale asked for forgiveness. “Please forgive me. I know I don’t’ deserve it … I’m sorry for your untimely loss,” he said.His defense attorney Gregory Gaudette asked for leniency, saying alcohol was an issue for his client.Gurley said the plea agreement put him “in a hard spot,” and that “the violence in this spreads in the community like a cancer,” in which many are affected.“Like cancer, grief cannot be cured,” Gurley said before sentencing Rippingale to 18 years in the Department of Corrections.Per the conditions of the plea agreement, the judge suspended all but 12 years and ordered that upon release Rippingale be placed on five years of probation, two of which would be parole.Gurley also ordered it be considered a serious violent offense.dmayeux@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Navajo Preparatory breaks ground on Indigenous STEAM facility</title>
        <description>Leaders tout student success that brings together tradition and innovation</description>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Leaders tout student success that brings together tradition and innovationNavajo Preparatory School administrators, students, Navajo Nation President Dr. Buu Nygren, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, and invited dignitaries participate in the groundbreaking for the new Indigenous STEAM building on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026 in Farmington. The new building is planned to house career and technical education programs, including film, media arts, engineering, robotics and music. (Curtis Ray Benally/Special to the Tri-City Record)Curtis Ray BenallyNavajo tribal and New Mexico dignitaries gathered Tuesday to break ground on a new Indigenous STEAM facility that will be built at the site of Alumni Hall, which was demolished in April 2025.“This is where the next 35 years of Navajo Prep begins,” said Shawna Becenti, head of the school.The new facility will include classrooms for Diné material arts, visual arts, design technology, film, and music, along with a maker space where students can weave or silversmith.“I think that’s a wonderful investment,” Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren said. “Our Navajo people are very in tune when it comes to engineering and the sciences because we’ve been scientists and engineers for a very, very long time.”In 2023, Sen. William E. Sharer supported capital outlay funding to investigate whether Alumni Hall could be renovated, according Shawna Becenti, head of school.Sharer said when there are new investments being made in infrastructure, often funding, construction or plans overshadow the most important part: the students.He said it is about the students who were present that afternoon sitting underneath the trees and throughout the lawn behind the representatives.“We’re not celebrating concrete,” Sharer said. “We’re celebrating the young people who are going to be inside this building. We’re celebrating the kid who walk in one of these classrooms and discovers, ‘You know what, I understand this.’ A place like this gives the students the opportunity to discover something about themselves, and that matters.”Funding for the building came in 2024, when Sen. Martin Heinrich secured $2 million in congressionally directed spending for the project, said Becenti, who added the State of New Mexico has dedicated approximately $10 million to the building through capital outlay funding.New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham speaks at a ground breaking event for the Indigenous STEAM facility at Navajo Preparatory School on Monday. (Curtis Ray Benally/Special to Tri-City Record)Curtis Ray Benally“It’s exciting to invest in success stories,” Grisham said. “In America today, we compete to get to 80% graduation rates.”In New Mexico, graduation rates are increasing, Grisham said, adding she is proud of that, but “they are aren’t increasing fast enough.”“They are nowhere near the achievements of these students in this school,” she said.According to Becenti, the next funding request will be to the Navajo Nation to seek matching funds to complete the final phase of the building.Navajo Preparatory School's Shawna Allison Becenti, Head of School, provides remarks at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Indigenous STEAM building on Monday in Farmington. (Curtis Ray Benally/Special to the Tri-City Record)Curtis Ray BenallyThe name of the facility also was highlighted by Sharer, who said he believes that tradition and culture can be respected while moving into the future.The protection of art and language while moving into the age of artificial intelligence will be a responsibility of the students who now have the tools to do so with a STEAM facility, Speaker of the Navajo Nation Council Crystalyne Curley said.The facility will be a space to honor human voices, hands and minds in a time instead of artificial intelligence, Becenti said.Tradition and innovation will work side by side, “because this is who we have always been. We are creating and preparing the next generation to honor the words and expertise of the five finger beings,” Becenti said.“When we talk about schools that are in rural communities that represent tribal students or minority students, we have a tendency to start smaller, slower. The issues there, the language barriers, and poverty are often the issues that we struggle and debate until we get to success,” said Grisham. “Here, Diné tradition, Diné language, Diné values are shining a light on all that is possible.”alee@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Farmington man arraigned for second-degree murder</title>
        <description>Suspect who reportedly violated probation enters ‘not guilty’ plea</description>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Suspect who reportedly violated probation enters ‘not guilty’ pleaCurtisA Farmington man accused in a June 6 stabbing death was arraigned Tuesday and entered a plea of not guilty to second-degree murder.Fidel Curtis, 26, had been sentenced to five years of supervised probation 2½ weeks before allegedly stabbing Jacob Sharp under the Broadway Bridge in downtown Farmington.Sharp collapsed at 1:34 a.m. atop the Broadway Bride near the intersection of Broadway and Wagner Avenue. He was stabbed in the stomach, and the wound “penetrated approximately four to five inches striking the aorta,” causing significant internal bleeding that led to his death, according to the autopsy.Farmington Police investigated the stabbing by interviewing witnesses and reviewing footage using the department’s Real Time Crime Center.The video footage reportedly showed Curtis and Sharp around 1:26 a.m. walking together and “going into the dark, underneath the bridge,” according to the affidavit for arrest warrant.At 1:33 a.m., the video shows Sharp “running out from under the bridge” and then up to street level “where he collapses and dies from his stab wound,” the affidavit said.When in court Tuesday, District Judge Curtis Gurley asked if the defense and prosecution were ready to proceed with a probation violation hearing.Defense attorney Mary Stubberud said she was not ready and the new felony case was of “a very serious nature.”There also will be “major obstacles” with the DNA, according to the audio log notes for the hearing.Assistant District Attorney Keith Mandelski said DNA samples were supposed to be submitted to the state lab and the “autopsy has not been received yet.”Judge Gurley reset the hearing for 90 days out, asking the attorneys and Curtis to be back in court at 9 a.m. Nov. 16.Curtis is being held in the San Juan County Detention Center.dmayeux@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <description>Girl Scout Saturday is coming up on Aug. 29, offering the community a chance to learn more about the organization. Pictured are Girl Scouts competing in the 2014 Four Corners Lego League Tournament at Miller Middle School in Durango. Durango...</description>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Girl Scout Saturday is coming up on Aug. 29, offering the community a chance to learn more about the organization. Pictured are Girl Scouts competing in the 2014 Four Corners Lego League Tournament at Miller Middle School in Durango. Durango Herald fileIt’s not just cookies. Kids interesting in joining the Girl Scouts will have a free opportunity to learn all about the organization next weekend.Girl Scout Saturday is scheduled from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 29, at the San Juan College Student Center’s Suns Lounge Room 1608.The community is invited to come and see what the Girl Scouts are all about.Every Girl Scout has their own curiosity, dreams and talents – so when they come together to decide which of the thousands of Girl Scout activities to try, the sky’s the limit. Whether visiting an animal shelter, camping, hosting a dance-off, or filming a movie – they’re learning to take risks, trust their gut, and team up with others for good.Each level of Girl Scouts is also unique with a wide variety of activities to try. Girl Scouts can begin in kindergarten and join all the way through 12th grade.For people who want to be part of the organization, registration will also be available at the event.For more information, contact (505) 343-1040, customercare@nmgirlscouts.org or visit www.nmgirlscouts.org.See the Tri-City Record’s Calendar of Events for details on these and other events. To submit an event via email, send to events@tricityrecordnm.com.]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Tri-Cities Events Calendar: Things to do in northwestern New Mexico</title>
        <description>A Filmakers meetup with Zia Drone Operations will take place Friday night at the Totah Theater in Farmington. See details below. Pictured are San Juan College film students filming with a drone at the San Juan County backlot in 2023....</description>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[A Filmakers meetup with Zia Drone Operations will take place Friday night at the Totah Theater in Farmington. See details below. Pictured are San Juan College film students filming with a drone at the San Juan County backlot in 2023. Tri-City Record, FileFarmingtonFriday, Aug. 21The Commodores live in concert, doors, 6:30 p.m.; Show 8 p.m., Northern Edge Navajo Casino, 2752 Indian Service Road 36. The Commodores bring an unforgettable night of soul and R&B featuring decades of chart-topping favorites. Tickets start at $60, available at the gift shop or tinyurl.com/mts5uvy4. Details: (505) 960-7000 or www.northernedgecasino.com/entertainment.Board Games and Trivia Night, 6-8 p.m., Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. $5 early registration, $10 day of event. Challenge friends and family to board games and trivia. Details: (505) 599-1184.Filmmakers Meetup with Zia Drone Operations, 6 p.m., The Totah Theater, 315 W. Main St. Free. Network with local filmmakers, learn about drones, bring contact info to share. Details: https://www.filmfourcorners.org/.Saturday, Aug. 22LOCASH live in concert, doors 6:30 p.m.; show 8 p.m., Northern Edge Navajo Casino, 2752 Indian Service Road 36. Country hitmakers LOCASH bring their high-energy sounds and hits for an unforgettable summer concert experience. Tickets start at $60, available at the gift shop or www.etix.com/ticket/p/56769791/locash-upper-fruitland-northern-edge-navajo-casino. Details: (505) 960-7000, northernedgecasino.com/entertainment.Farmington Growers Market Summer Season, 8 a.m. – noon, Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Saturdays through Oct. 31. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.com.Saturday Dance at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 6-9 p.m. 208 N. Wall Ave. $3 per person. Details: (505) 599-1380.Summer Terrace Concert Series, 6–7:30 p.m. Farmington Museum terrace, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Live music featuring Chokecherry Jam. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. (505) 599-1174 or FarmingtonMuseum.org.Write to Publish: Research and Writing Startegies with Garrett Pack, 3:30-5 p.m., Quill & Quest, 218 W. Main St. Free. Author/tour guide Garrett Peck will discuss research and writing strategies. Book signing to follow. Details: https://delshereepress.com/write-to-publish/.Sunday, Aug. 23San Juan Chorale rehearsals, 3-5 p.m. Bethany Christian Church, 30th and Butler streets. Free. Rehearsals for Beethoven’s “Mass in C” Op. 86. Details: Contact Linda Edwards at (505) 325-7232 or lindae680@gmail.com.Tuesday, Aug. 25Dugan Production Corporation Blood Drive, 6:30-10:30 a.m. Dugan Production Corporation, 4100 W. Piedras. Free. Give blood and save lives at the Bloodmobile. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Piedra Vista High School Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Piedra Vista High School, 5700 College Blvd. Free. Come through the office and give blood in the choir room. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Farmington Growers Market, summer season Tuesday Market, 4-6 p.m., Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Tuesdays July 7 through Oct. 13. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.comWednesday, Aug. 26Jazz Jams at Orchard Park, 7 – 9 p.m., Orchard Park on Main Street. Free. Shows will take place Wednesdays throughout July and August. Bring a chair, enjoy local jazz and/or jam with the group! Details: (505) 320-0615, nwnmac1@gmail.com or nwnmac.org.San Juan Symphony season tickets, now available in Farmington and Durango, 8 a.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center at San Juan College. Adult: $130, Senior: $95, Student: $40. First-time subscribers receive 25% off in Farmington. Join the symphony shows for this milestone season: Larger than Life. Details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.Piedra Vista High School Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Piedra Vista High School, 5700 College Blvd. Free. Come through the office and give blood in the choir room. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m., every Wednesday, Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park. Free. Bring lunch and binoculars and enjoy watching birds and wildlife from Nature Center windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Saturday, Aug. 29Farmington Growers Market Summer Season, 8 a.m. – noon, Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Saturdays through Oct. 31. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.com.Summer Terrace Concert Series, 6–7:30 p.m. Farmington Museum terrace, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Live music featuring Dzaki Sukarno. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. (505) 599-1174 or FarmingtonMuseum.org.Girl Scout Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., San Juan College Student Center, Suns Lounge Room 1608, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Come and see what Girl Scouts is all about! Registration is available at the event. Details: (505) 343-1040, customercare@nmgirlscouts.org or www.nmgirlscouts.org.Sunday, Aug. 30Hills Church Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Hills Church, 5101 N. Dustin Ave. Free. The community is invited to give blood and save lives in the Bloodmobile. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Monday, Aug. 31Saving Lives Service Project Blood Drive, 4-7:30 p.m. Cultural Hall at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1310 E. 25th St. Free. Young Single Adult Group invites you to join them in saving lives for their Family Home Evening project. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Tuesday, Sept. 1Farmington Growers Market, summer season Tuesday Market, 4-6 p.m., Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Tuesdays July 7 through Oct. 13. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.comWednesday, Sept. 2Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m., every Wednesday, Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park. Free. Bring lunch and binoculars and enjoy watching birds and wildlife from Nature Center windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Saturday, Sept. 5Fiber Arts Meetup, 10 a.m. – noon, The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College, 5101 College Blvd. Free. Bring your current project. Ages 12-plus; if under 18 bring an adult. Details: (505) 566-3112 or thebigidea@sanjuancollege.edu.Saturday, Sept. 12Dining with the dead, Greenlawn Cemetery. Historical reenactment featuring a BBQ dinner and a tour with costumed guides to meet the area’s early pioneers. Tickets go on sale July 6 at Howard’s Cleaners, Artifacts and riodelsolkiwanis.com. Details: (505) 325-5931 or (505) 860-5165.An Octet For All Ages, presented by the San Juan Symphony Beyond the Concert Hall Chamber Music Series, featuring SJS Concertmaster Lauren Avery, plus student musicians. 2 p.m., Connie Gotsch Theater at San Juan College. $30 Adult, $10 Student. Join an expanded San Juan Symphony String Quartet for the Phantasy Quintet by Ralph Vaughan-Williams. Details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.My Hero Academia in Concert, 7:30 p.m., Farmington Civic Center. An immersive live experience spanning the anime’s full eight-season journey. $16-$28. Details: FarmingtonShows.com.Monthly American Legion meeting, 10 a.m., 1911 N. Dustin Ave. Free. Monthly meeting of American Legion Post 93. All veterans and guests are welcome Details: www.americanlegion-farmington-nm.org.Saturday, Sept. 1946th annual Walkathon, benefiting the San Juan Medical Foundation, 7:30-10 a.m. Locke Street Eats. Registration and details: sanjuanmedicalfoundation.com.3rd annual Navajo Song & Dance, 1-6 p.m., Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Cultural event featuring live performances by the Tódi Neesh Zhee Singers, two-step and skip dances, artisan vendors, and food. Free. Details: (505) 566-3321 or facebook.com/sjcnac.Wednesday, Sept. 23Ms. Indigenous Pageant, 6 p.m. Henderson Performance Hall, San Juan College Native American Center, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Vibrant celebration of Native American student culture, traditions and ancestral heritage, featuring displays of traditional artistry, skills and contemporary talents. Details: Native American Center at (505) 566-3321 or NAC@sanjuancollege.edu.Friday, Sept. 25Balloon Glow 2026, 5:30 p.m., San Juan College, Graduation Plaza. Free. Enjoy food, live entertainment, games, face painting, and more! Free and fun for all ages Details: sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.Saturday, Oct. 3RPSJC send annual golf tournament, 8 a.m. shotgun start, Riverview Golf Course, Kirtland. Four-man scramble. Come play golf with governor candidate Gregg Hull and Lt. gov candidate David Gallegos. Prizes available. Details: Mike (505) 212-0522 or Pat (505) 258-3394.Saturday, Oct. 10Clean Comedy Kings: LIVE, 7 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center, San Juan College. $10-$20. A family-friendly night of laughs that are 0% filthy and 100% funny. Details: (505) 566-3430 or sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.Wednesday, Oct. 14Women’s Cancer Awareness Luncheon and Style Show, benefiting the San Juan Medical Foundation’s Cathy Lincoln Memorial Cancer Fund, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Farmington Civic Center. $50. Tickets go on sale on Oct. 1. Details: (505) 609-6813.Tuesday, Oct. 20“Dominate the Storm: Reed Timmer, live,” updated date, 6 p.m., Connie Gotsch Theatre, San Juan College, 4601 College Blvd. Free. A heart-pumping evening with America's most famous storm chaser. Demonstration followed by a Q&A. Details: (505) 566-3430 or sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.Friday, Oct. 23The Moth Project – Music, Pictures, Words: An Artists Series Event, 7 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center, San Juan College. $10-$20. A blend of science, myth and art. Music ranging from Bach to KISS. All ages. Details: (505) 566-3430 or sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.AztecFriday, Aug. 21Open Mic, 6 – 8 p.m., Feat of Clay Art Co-op, 222 N. Main, Aztec. Free. Open Mic: poetry, music, writings. Come share or just listen. Details: Featofclayaztec.com or (505) 333-4312.Biggie & The Underground, live music, 6 – 9 p.m., 550 Taproom, 119 E. Chuska St. Free. Blues and rock performed for the local community. Food & outdoor games for the whole family. Details: (843) 327-5243 or msdecker365@gmail.com.Thursday, Sept. 10Aztec's Old Soreheads: Pour Decisions Fundraiser, 4 – 7:30 p.m., Leanor de San Juan Wine Bar, 200 S. Main Ave. $15 per person donation requested, benefiting the Aztec Museum Association. Meet this year's Soreheads nominees and mingle. Beverage purchases separately. Details: (505) 334-9829.Friday, Sept. 11Music at the Museum, featuring Zia Chicks, 7 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave. Free. Join the community in the Pioneer Village for live music. Enter through west gate behind museum. Details: call (505) 334-9829.Saturday, Sept. 19Something Nifty on 550, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., N. Main Avenue Extension. Free to Public. A vintage, antique and resale market. Details: aztecchamber.com/calendar/.Friday, Sept. 25Health Seminars, 5:30 p.m., Aztec SDA Church, 240 Heritage Lane. Free. Seminars by Dr. Marcum include: When the Heart Attacks, Reversing Diabetes, Brain Toxins and more. 5:30 p.m. session.Saturday, Sept. 26Health Seminars, 5:30 p.m., Aztec SDA Church, 240 Heritage Lane. Free. Seminars by Dr. Marcum include: When the Heart Attacks, Reversing Diabetes, Brain Toxins and more. Sessions at 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.Friday, Oct. 2Sip & Support benefiting Four Corners Wolf Dog Rescue Sanctuary, 5:30 p.m., 116 S. Main St. $10. Connect, collaborate and give back benefiting the Four Corners Wolf Dog Rescue in Aztec. Details: https://aztecchamber.com/calendar/.BloomfieldSaturday, Sept. 5Monthly Veterans Breakfast, 10 a.m., Grandma's Kitchen, 510 S. Bloomfield Blvd, Bloomfield. Dutch. A breakfast for veterans and guests to meet Details: www.americanlegion-farmington-nm.org.Thursday, Sept. 17Southwest Pottery & Kiln Conference, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free with museum entry or $10 registration. Demonstrations, prehistoric and historic styles, hands-on crafts, after-hours events, Mata Ortiz show. Conference Sept. 17-20. Details: https://www.swkiln.com/.Friday, Sept. 18Mata Ortiz Pottery Show, 3 – 7 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free. Music, snacks and beverages for sale. Unique styles for gifts and collections, handmade. Details: https://salmonruins.com/events.html.Saturday, Sept. 19Mata Ortiz Pottery Show, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free with museum entry. Last chance, part of Southwest Kiln Conference, featuring unique handmade ceramics for gifts or collections Details: https://salmonruins.com/events.html, salmonruins.education@gmail.com or (505) 632-2013.KirtlandSaturday, Oct. 3RPSJC send annual golf tournament, 8 a.m. shotgun start, Riverview Golf Course, Kirtland. Four-man scramble. Come play golf with governor candidate Gregg Hull and Lt. gov candidate David Gallegos. Prizes available. Details: Mike (505) 212-0522 or Pat (505) 258-3394.DurangoFriday, Aug. 28San Juan BrewFest, 5-8 p.m. Buckley Park, downtown Durango. $1 to $5. Annual beer tasting festival featuring unlimited tastings from 40 breweries and cideries, live music curated by Animas City Theatre, and food vendors to benefit local nonprofits. Details: SanJuanbrewfest.com.Saturday, Aug. 29San Juan BrewFest, 5-8 p.m. Buckley Park, downtown Durango. $1 to $5. Annual beer tasting festival featuring unlimited tastings from 40 breweries and cideries, live music curated by Animas City Theatre, and food vendors to benefit local nonprofits. Details: SanJuanbrewfest.com.New MexicoSaturday, Sept. 54th annual Valley of the Mills Tour, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Houser Raspberry Ranch NM-442 and NM-518, Mora. Free. Unplug and explore the historic mills of Northern New Mexico – free family fun all Labor Day Weekend. Details: https://tinyurl.com/573xw9wfSunday, Sept. 64th annual Valley of the Mills Tour, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Houser Raspberry Ranch NM-442 and NM-518, Mora. Free. Unplug and explore the historic mills of Northern New Mexico – free family fun all Labor Day Weekend. Details: https://tinyurl.com/573xw9wfSaturday, Oct. 31Libros of Enchantment: The 2026 SouthWest Writers Book Fiesta, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., University of New Mexico Continuing Education Center, 1634 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque. $25/person includes access to the entire event, as well as continental breakfast and a box lunch. A first-ever book fair uniting readers and authors. Meet authors/readers, buy/sell books. Details: bookfiesta@swwriters.com, (505) 830-6034 or www.swwbookfiesta.com/MondaysBridge, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex studio 10 room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Pinochle, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Funday Mondays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Fun games, crafts and educational activities for the whole family. Details: (505) 599-1400.Arts and crafts for kids, 3 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. For ages 6-12. Details: (505) 566-2480.Walking Club, 5:30 p.m. Boyd Park, 700 S. Miller Ave. Walk together for better health.Youth and adult group counseling, 6-7 p.m. Capacity Builders, 2200 Bloomfield Highway, Farmington. Free. Group sessions provided alternate between youth and adult meetings. Contact for location. Details: (505) 278-7789, ext. 118, BHSD@capacitybuilders.info.Farmington Composite Squadron meeting, 6:30 p.m. Four Corners Regional Airport, 1296 Navajo St. Learn more about the Civil Air Patrol and meet members. Details: (505) 215-3097, info@nmcap.us.Tai Chi for all abilities, 10-11 a.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Join instructor Gram Davis for Tai Chi! Open to all abilities, and no registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Adaptive Sports, 11 a.m. – noon, Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. Free. The drop-in program is open to ages 18+ and will feature a different activity each week: putt-putt golf, pickleball, obstacle course, and more. Adaptive Sports empowers athletes with physical, sensory, or cognitive challenges to stay active, build confidence, and connect through tailored activities. Details: (505) 599-1184.Family storytime, 10 a.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A cozy family story hour with books, songs and shared moments that build early literacy and connection. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.TuesdaysTuesday Morning Birders, 8 a.m. Riverside Nature Center, North Browning Parkway. Free. Join a group of beginning and experienced birders to view the over 150 bird species observed at Berg and Animas Parks.Crafty Ladies, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. $5. Crafty ladies who enjoy making a different craft each week. Preregistration required. Details: (505) 566-2256.Writing Class, 9:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Friends share ideas, write books, poems and short stories. Details: (505) 566-2256.Family Storytime, 10 a.m. Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. A cozy family story hour with books, songs and shared moments that build early literacy and connection. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Quilting & Sewing, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex studio room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Join others to socialize while working on individual projects. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Retired Educators of San Juan County, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. No Worries Bar & Grill, 1298 W. Navajo St. Former teachers, administrators, bus drivers, custodians, librarians and central office staff invited, every second Tuesday of the month. Details: marilyn_montoya@yahoo.com or (505) 330-4811.San Juan County Rotary Club meeting, noon to 1 p.m. 801 N. Municipal Dr. Details: (505) 320-9424.Hooks and Needles, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Participate in crocheting and needlepoint projects. All skill levels welcome. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Youth Kickball, 4 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center Harv Henry Gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Details: (505) 566-2480.Four Corners Chess Club, 5-7 p.m., upstairs from Mary’s Kitchen at San Juan College, west of the library. Players of all levels, from beginner to expert, are welcome. This club is hosted in partnership with Encore.NAMI Connection recovery support group, 6 p.m. Northside Church of Christ library, 401 W. 20th St. Free. A free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Meets every second Tuesday.Community Line Dancing Classes, 6–7:30 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. All ages and skill levels welcome. Details: (505) 566-2480.Marine Corps League Detachment 736 monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m. Contact for location. The group meets on the first Tuesday of the month. Details: (505) 860-9971.Four Corners Old Car Club, 6:30 p.m. The club meets every third Tuesday of the month. The club meets at First Presbyterian Church 865 N. Dustin Ave. October through April and at various other location May through September. Details: Richard Fassler (505) 716-7100.HIIT/Circuit Training Class, 7 p.m. Forge Fitness, 915 N. Farmington Ave., Suite K. Your first class is free. Come learn how to use weights and cardio to improve your health. Details: Adrian (602) 781-4003 or https://bit.ly/3Nl6uIdTween topics, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A weekly choose‑your‑own‑adventure mix of crafts, gaming, coding and tech exploration for ages 8–12. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Teen takeover, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A creative hangout for ages 13–18 featuring rotating activities including crafts, games, tech‑art projects and Books or Bites. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Games and goodies, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A family-friendly gaming hour with options for all ages, plus snacks and a lively, relaxed atmosphere. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Two Dollar Tuesday Special, 6 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Farmington Aquatic Center. All entry is $2.WednesdaysMindfulness Group, 10:30-11:30 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, Annex Sun Room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Join us for quiet reflection as we cultivate awareness and reduce stress in this Mindfulness Group. Details: FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSCSew Sew Quilters, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Toddler Playdate, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed for families with young children to develop early motor skills and find playmates. Details: (505) 599-1424.Navajo Bible Study, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Bible study covers traditional Scriptures and singing in the Navajo language. Details: (505) 566-2256..Beadwork, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Join others to socialize while working on individual projects in this Native American art style. Supply your materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Arts and crafts for kids, 3:30 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. For ages 6-12. Details: (505) 566-2480.After-school Art Attack!, 3:30-4:30 p.m. E3 Children’s Museum, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Kids ages 6 and up get creative making art projects. Details: (505) 599-1424.San Juan Fly Fishing Federation, 7 p.m. Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. Free to guests; $15 annual family membership. Bring your advice, share your techniques, meet other anglers every third Wednesday. Details: (505) 320-4238 or SJFFF505@gmail.com.Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m. every Wednesday. The group meets at Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park, Farmington. Free. Bring your lunch and binoculars to watch birds and wildlife from windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Youth dodgeball, 4 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Put your game face on and come have some fun playing dodgeball. No registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Untangled threads, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A weekly craft circle for knitting, crochet, embroidery and more; bring your own supplies and enjoy conversation with fellow makers. Free. Contact (505) 599-1270.ThursdaysBaby Storytime, 10 a.m. Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. A gentle, nurturing session for infants and caregivers featuring simple songs, movement and early stories. Details: (505) 599-1270.Mahjong, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Bible Study, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Bible study covers traditional Scriptures and fellowship. Details: (505) 599-1380.Farmington Rio del Sol Kiwanis weekly meeting, noon, No Worries at Farmington Airport, 1298 W. Navajo St. We welcome visitors and new members. Details: riodelsolkiwanis.com or (505) 860-5165.Simply Science, 3:30-4:30 p.m. E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Get messy performing simple science experiments recommended for kids ages 6 and up. Details: (505) 599-1425.“S” is for Science, 10:30-11:45 a.m., E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. This is a STEAM to read, read to STEAM program. Each week will start with a story about a super cool, out-of-this-world scientist and end with fun hands-on activities. This program is perfect for ages 4 and up (if you have kiddos younger than 4 you can always come by and give it a try). For more information call E3 at (505) 599-1424.The Lord’s Pantry, 4:30 – 6 p.m. 117 E. Ute St. Free. This community resource provides assistance with food boxes, household items, clothing and soul nourishing. Details: (505) 325-1757.Communion and fellowship dinner, 5:30 p.m. Calvary Chapel Farmington, 6925 E. Main St. Enjoy dinner with congregation members the first Thursday of each month. Bring a side or dessert. Worship and Communion begin at 6:30 p.m.San Juan County Seed Savers and Permaculture meeting, 10 a.m. to noon, at the Nature Center near Browning Parkway, west of the big barn. Discuss gardening practices, prepare seeds for libraries and experiment with plant varieties. The group meets every second Thursday of the month.Art is for Everyone, noon, Sycamore Park Community Center. Artists of all abilities are invited to join in on the fun with local artist, Crystal Hazen, and The Arc. This class offers alternative ways to be creative, have fun, and communicate when words are limited. Free. Art shows are held on the last Friday of the month. Details: (505) 566-2480.All abilities dodgeball, 1 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. No registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Night at the library, 5 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. An evening of crafts, games, experiments and treats for families looking for relaxed, hands‑on fun. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.FridaysFriday movie & craft, 3:30 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A family movie screening followed by a themed craft, with popcorn and creative weekend energy. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Diamond Art Group, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Sew Sew Quilters, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Pinochle, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Friday Fun, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. E3 Children’s Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed to allow preschoolers to explore art, music, reading and science concepts. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Details: (505) 599-1425.Mexican Train dominoes, 12:15 – 3:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Beadwork, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Socialize while working on projects in Native American style. Supply your materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Support group and exercise class, 10-11 a.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Join instructor Linda Fourr for an exercise class and support group specifically designed for those with Parkinson’s disease and other mobility challenges. Details: (505) 566-2480.BINGO, 1 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. $1. Enjoy an afternoon of BINGO, generally held every third Friday of the month. Details FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSC (505) 599-1380.SaturdaysCoffee and Cars, 8:30 a.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Parking Lot, 3030 E. Main St. Ste N. Free. Monthly meeting, every second Saturday, join fellow car enthusiasts, share your passion for cars. Details: www.northernnewmexicostreetrodders.com.Veterans Breakfast, 9 a.m. Purple Cow, 4420 Bloomfield Highway. Dutch meal. A breakfast for all veterans and guests every first Saturday. Details: americanlegion-farmington-nm.org.Republican Party of San Juan County Election Information, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. RPSJC Headquarters, 1206 E. 20th St. Free. Information on Republican candidates and voter registration. Details: Mike Tillman (505) 215-0522.Saturday night dance at Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 6 – 9 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. $3. Kick up your heels at the senior center’s Saturday Night Dances, taking place every second and fourth Friday night of the month. Details: FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSC or (505) 599-1380SundaysFarmington Writers Circle Meeting, 3 p.m. San Juan College West Classroom Complex study area. Free. The Farmington Writers Circle welcomes writers of all genres. Meets every third Sunday. Details: https://bit.ly/3HxUik2.Mondays, Wednesdays, FridaysSharQui Belly Dance Workout, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Fees apply. Learn to belly dance and exercise in a fun, relaxing one-hour program. Details: (505) 566-2256. Register: San Juan College Encore Program, (505) 566-3214.Encore Exercise Class, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Fees Apply. Low-impact exercise program for older adults. Details: (505) 566-2256. Register: San Juan College Encore Program (505) 566-3214.Mondays-ThursdaysLine dancing classes, Jamboree Mondays, 2-3:30 p.m. Transition Tuesdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Advance Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Intermediate Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 599-1380.AztecTuesdaysBook Club, 10 a.m. Held every second Tuesday of the month, Aztec Public Library, 319 S. Ash St. Free. Copies of each title are available for checkout with a library card. Register at the library. Details: (505) 334-7657.ThursdaysBingo, pool and cards, 9:30 a.m. Aztec Senior Center, 101 S. Park Ave. Details: (505) 334-2881.Story Time, 10 a.m. Aztec Library, 319 S. Ash Ave. Free. Story time includes reading books, songs, finger-puppet plays, movement activities and craft. Details: (505) 334-7657 or www.azteclibrary.org.FridaysKaraoke, 8 p.m. Aztec VFW, 201 S. Park Ave.BloomfieldMondaysThe Aztec Quilting Bee, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Free with annual membership. Monthly meeting every third Monday in the event room. Details: Levita (505) 947-0942.Basketball Open Gym, 5-8 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. $2 drop-in or Fitness Membership. Ages 16 and up. Details: (505) 632-8315.Strength and Conditioning, 6-7 p.m. $2 or Fitness Membership. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.TuesdaysSalmon Ruins board of directors meeting, 6 p.m. Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 U.S. Highway 64. Meeting is every fourth Tuesday. Details: (505) 632-2013, salmonruins.education@gmail.com.WednesdaysMorning Storytime, 10:30–11 a.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St., Come enjoy a story and craft every Wednesday. Details: (505) 632-8315.Basketball Open Gym, 5–8 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. $2 drop-in or Fitness Membership. Ages 16 and older. Details: (505) 632-8315.Strength and Conditioning, 6–7 p.m. $2 or fitness membership. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.ThursdaysBloomfield Book Club meeting, 3 p.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Every third Thursday. Details: (505) 632-8315.Genealogy Night, 6 – 7 p.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Free. Mingle and share as you uncover details of your ancestry. Every first Thursday. Details: (505) 632-8315.List your event on Farmington Events CalendarEvent listings are updated daily on www.tricityrecordnm.com. The deadline is 3 p.m.Event listings are limited in length. You will not be able to list your event in this form if you exceed this limit or fail to complete the form below. Listings also may be submitted by email to events@tricityrecordnm.com, but must contain the information listed on the form below, and in the same order.Listings are published at the prerogative of the calendar editor and may be edited for punctuation, clarity and length and to eliminate tasteless material.]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>San Juan County Manager honored by United Way</title>
        <description>Excellence in Government Service Award was a big surprise</description>
        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Excellence in Government Service Award was a big surpriseSan Juan County Manager Mike Stark was honored with the Excellence in Government Service Award by United Way on Tuesday at the San Juan County Commission meeting in Aztec. (David Edward Albright/Tri-City Record)San Juan County Manager Mike Stark received an unexpected honor Tuesday when San Juan United Way presented him with its Excellence in Government Service Award, recognizing his long‑standing commitment to behavioral health, housing and safety‑net services across the county.United Way Executive Director Cathryn Abeyta surprised Stark during her presentation to the San Juan County Commission.“He's practical, collaborative, accessible and deeply committed to San Juan County,” she said. “His leadership helps move important work forward, and we're so grateful in the way that he continues to show up for our community.”The award could have been presented at the organization’s Aug. 12 luncheon, but was presented as a surprise to Stark.After the lengthy commission meeting – which ran over 90 minutes – Stark told Tri-City Record that he was “very surprised and very honored to have that award bestowed upon me, and I'll say that I appreciate the recognition.”Stark said it’s the great team we have that helps make this happen each and every day.“Of course, we helped put the agenda together, and I had no idea this was on the agenda,” Stark said. “Job well done. I pulled one over on the cabinet manager.”Abeyta said for many years, month over month, Stark has made space for community leaders “like myself and others, especially in housing,” to come together and inform him of what’s going on in the community.Commissioner Terri Fortner nominated Stark for the award to highlight Stark’s role in advancing behavioral health initiatives, including a countywide gap analysis.“She helped to to bring forward a behavioral health gap analysis and the funding at the time to help make that project a reality and to identify where the gaps were,” Stark said, adding there are “a lot of folks” interested and engaged “in improving behavioral health services here.”As Stark and the commissioners made their way off the commissioners stand, Abeyta said that Stark “has been a committed partner to safety net services in San Juan County for many years, and what stands out the most is his commitment to behavioral health and access to services.”Stark said serving the community, making a difference in the lives of the citizens each and every day, and making San Juan County a better place to work, play and raise a family is what motivates him.San Juan United Way Executive Director Cathryn Abeyta presented San Juan County Manager Mike Stark with the Excellence in Government Service Award at the county commission meeting on Tuesday.Abeyta also spoke about the annual San Juan United Way community giving campaign, which gives her a chance to get out in the community.“We visit workplaces, employers, civic groups, and anyone who will have us, and that's so that we can talk about what's going on in San Juan County and how we can help,” Abeyta said.The organization shares the needs, the gaps and the ways that nonprofits, partners, businesses, government and community members are working together to fill these gaps, she said.“One of the things that I love most about this campaign is that every gift matters. Small donations, payroll giving, business support, and larger gifts all add up to something so much bigger,” Abeyta said. “San Juan United Way helps more than 100 local nonprofits every year in one way or another.”Abeyta said the message is simple – “what’s raised here, stays here.”dalbright@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Volunteers to tackle Chokecherry Canyon illegal dumping</title>
        <description>Annual cleanup aims to clear public washes ahead of major off-road festival</description>
        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Annual cleanup aims to clear public washes ahead of major off-road festivalVolunteers load debris into a trailer during the Chokecherry Canyon Cleanup in Farmington. (Courtesy of Allen Elmore)Despite more than a decade of cleanup efforts, illegal dumping continues in Farmington’s Chokecherry Canyon, where volunteers return each year to clean up the recreation area.On Aug. 29, volunteers will spend up to eight hours removing trash from the canyon, just one week before thousands of visitors arrive for Four Corners 4x4 Week.Coordinated with the Bureau of Land Management, the event targets the high-desert washes, which frequently fall victim to illegal dumping. Debris scattered across the canyon ranges from household trash and beer bottles to heavy appliances and construction waste.Over the years, volunteers have hauled away burned-out vehicles, stolen cars and dangerous items like discarded needles and broken glass.“I hate cleaning up trash. It is not my favorite thing to do. But once you've cleaned up a pile and you see where it started and you see how you left nature again, you just feel really good about yourself,” Allen Elmore, event coordinator, who took over leadership of the cleanup 10 years ago as a member of the Cliffhangers Four-Wheel Drive Club, said.The persistent trash problem in the canyon comes from a localized culture of dumping on public land to avoid the cost or hassle of visiting a legal transfer station, Ellmore said, adding that partying in Chokecherry Canyon also adds to the trash, with people often leaving behind bottles and cans.A young volunteer collects cans and other trash during the Chokecherry Canyon Cleanup. Organizers say even small pieces of litter can add to the larger dumping problem in the recreation area. (Courtesy of Allen Elmore)Another issue is the misconceptions about yard waste. Many residents dump branches and clippings because they believe the items will quickly decay, but the arid climate preserves organic material for generations.“Sticks take 200 years to biodegrade,” Elmore said. “A pile of grass clippings is going to sit there for 50 years.”He hopes a pristine desert will discourage future dumpers.“If you see a place that's trashed, you don't feel bad trashing it,” Elmore said. “But if you see a place that's beautiful, it's a little bit harder to do.”Organizers say yard waste can take decades to break down in the desert’s dry climate. (Courtesy of Allen Elmore)The clean up is physically demanding, requiring volunteers to push through challenging conditions.“It's dirty and sometimes it's really gross,” Elmore said, adding that crews have worked through storms, wind, dirt and late-August heat. “But they still show up and they do it because they care. It really makes me proud to be part of this community.”Residents have options for getting rid of large items and other waste without dumping them on public land, Elmore said.Farmington hosts free dumpster weekends for city residents to dispose of large household items and yard waste. Residents can also dispose of up to 2 cubic yards of solid waste each month at the San Juan County Landfill at no additional cost.Restrictions apply to both programs. For more information visit, www.farmingtonnm.gov/271/Farmington-Clean-Beautiful.To make the demanding work more appealing, Elmore's real estate team, AE Properties, sponsors grilled lunches, while other sponsors provide morning coffee, doughnuts and raffle prizes.For every load of trash brought in, volunteers earn raffle tickets for a drawing.Prizes include televisions, tools, gift cards and car parts, with one grand prize featuring a free night's stay at Kokopelli's Cave, a unique bed-and-breakfast carved into a cliffside. Children who help are also guaranteed to receive a prize.Seeing people work together without pay to clean the canyon is Elmore’s favorite part of the event, he said.Volunteers gather in Chokecherry Canyon during the annual cleanup. (Courtesy of Allen Elmore)“I love that kids come out here and volunteer,” Elmore said. “I'm hoping we change a culture.”Elmore urged participants to stay hydrated and use the provided sunscreen. He also cautioned volunteers to be very careful when sorting through waste. Sturdy work gloves and dust masks are highly recommended.Additionally, organizers ask off-road drivers in the area to take it easy on the roads during the event, as volunteers will be walking throughout the washes.The cleanup is open to the public, and no advance registration is required. For more information call (505) 686-3831.llare@tricityrecordnm.comDumpsters line the cleanup area at Chokecherry Canyon as volunteers gather to remove trash and debris from the recreation area. (Courtesy Allen Elmore)If you goWHAT: Chokecherry Canyon Cleanup.WHEN: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 29. Donuts and coffee are served at 8 a.m., lunch is at noon and a raffle drawing is at 4 p.m.WHERE: Chokecherry Canyon Brown Springs Recreation Area.INFORMATION: (505) 686-3831.]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>New Mexico attorney general talks social media and Epstein files during San Juan and McKinley counties visit</title>
        <description>Brings message of child safety and victim protections</description>
        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Brings message of child safety and victim protectionsNew Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez spoke about child safety and victim's rights with the community, law enforcement and school leaders Aug. 18, 2026, at the Farmington Civic Center. (Debra Mayeux/Tri-City Record)New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez brought a message of child safety to Farmington Tuesday during a town hall at the Farmington Civic Center.“I have a lot of irons in the fire I’m trying to fix” when it comes to “protecting kids, victims and vulnerable people” from “corporate and government malfeasance,” Torrez told the Tri-City Record about some issues for which his office has been earning national attention.Torrez became the first AG in the nation to sue social media giant Meta Platforms Inc. for not having safeguards in place that protect children.“We have a problem in New Mexico, where we kind of let others lead, and I wanted to show people in the agency there is another way of doing things,” he said, adding while it was a risk to take on Meta, his winning lawsuit “set precedent” and now has created “a blueprint for the rest of the country.”A jury found that Meta committed 75,000 violations of New Mexico's Unfair Practices Act, and the court further ruled that Meta’s platforms constitute a public nuisance in the state.First Judicial District Judge Bryan Biedschield entered a final judgment ordering Meta to pay $567 million to address the youth mental health crisis, along with the jury’s civil penalty of $375, which brought the company’s financial exposure to $942 million.Biedschield ruled that the legislature will determine how to utilize those funds in New Mexico, and Torrez said his office plans to “build out a comprehensive social media bill” which would update consumer protection laws to stop social media companies from bringing harm to people through the digital economy and data brokering.Torrez, who worked in technology company before becoming an attorney, said the actions of these companies are “not accidental.”“No one is giving anyone is this world something for free without value – the value is your time and attention,” Torrez said, adding that the companies piece together information about an individual, create a digital avatar and see what they can sell to you.“Most people don’t realize they are caught in the matrix,” he said.New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez, left, visited with State Sen. Steve Lanier after a community forum about child safety Tuesday at the Farmington Civic Center. (Debra Mayeux/Tri-City Record)Torrez characterized social media as a “a surveillance system of capitalism” in which we have “traded away more of our private personal information than most people even realize.”People become addicted to it and “it’s impossible to unwind what we’ve done,” he said, adding these seem like free products but in reality, “you’re the product. They’re extracting more value out of you than you realize.”This also has had a negative impact on children from a decline in literacy and writing skills, to not protecting them from online predators, which was the focus of New Mexico’s lawsuit.Parents don’t realize the dangers of giving smartphones to children, according to Torrez, who said, “You’re handing an opportunity to a predator without oversight when you hand them that phone.”The attorney general also told individuals at the meeting that phones should not be in schools.“I feel if we went back to a place where the phone was in the kitchen and in the principal’s office, we would be in a much better place,” Torrez said. “We are placing an entire generation at risk by handing out these devices.”Since becoming the attorney general, Torrez has focused on “child safety first,” which he said has been a missing element in many areas including CYFD, which he has said is “an agency in desperate need of a comprehensive overhaul.”Once again earning national attention, he spoke out against the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department when it forced a 15-year-old boy to walk alone across the border into Mexico to be reunited with a parent that had allegedly abused him.“At this point we don’t have a clear view of his situation,” Torrez said of the boy, who asked to not be returned to his mother but was.Torrez also has worked on a victim’s rights bill that he hopes to see approved by the legislature.It provides a “commitment to think about how we treat survivors in the criminal justice system,” he said.“New Mexico has a sad distinction” of being one of the only states where it’s allowed for “sexual assault survivors and child victims to be subjected to pretrial interviews before the trial occurs,” Torrez said, adding these interviews often are “intended to humiliate them and renew the trauma they’ve had in the past.”Thinking about survivors led Torrez to open his own investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and what happened at Zorro Ranch in New Mexico, which is referenced 13,000 times in the files.He sought records from the Epstein files about the ranch, making 10 Inspection of Public Records Act requests, but has been denied access.What he did receive was 31 pages “that included nothing of relevance or importance to the investigation,” Torrez said in an Aug. 5 news conference.Not receiving the records has impeded and slowed down the work of his office’s criminal prosecutors, the attorney general said.Torrez filed a lawsuit on Aug. 5 against the U.S. Justice Department and Todd Blanche for their failure to release records from the Epstein files that pertain to Zorro Ranch in New Mexico.On Wednesday, also visited Gallup where he visited the Gallup Police Department to provide an update on the New Mexico Department of Justice’s Crime Gun Intelligence Center, which is helping to solve gun crimes in both McKinley and San Juan Counties.dmayeux@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Farmington man allegedly strikes woman and dog with pickup</title>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Cane Corso terrier dies from injuriesBegay.A Farmington man faces one felony and three misdemeanor charges after reportedly striking a woman and her dog with his vehicle in Kirtland early Sunday morning.Kolton Begay, 18, reportedly partied the night before at Wowie’s, an event center in Gallup that hosted a country dance over the weekend. Begay claimed he, had “two shooters of Yukon Jack” there, according to a statement of probable cause.Begay reportedly told investigators that there was drinking at Wowie’s and “he didn’t have to buy it, “it was just given to him,” and it was “common for people under 21 to be given alcohol and drink while there,” the report said.However, Wowie’s is a family event center and alcohol is not served, said Dennis Rosales, owner.“He probably got it somewhere else,” Rosales said when asked by the Tri-City Record about Begay’s statement to investigators.“We don’t serve alcohol, and we have security. It’s a drug- and alcohol-free environment,” Rosales said, adding he has been in business since 1977, and always has focused on clean living with no alcohol, drugs or tobacco.Begay was charged with great bodily harm by vehicle, a third-degree felony; cruelty to animals, a misdemeanor; aggravated DWI, a petty misdemeanor; and failure to maintain traffic lanes, a petty misdemeanor, according to jail records.The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office was called at 7:39 a.m. Sunday to the area of County Roads 6360 and 6400, where Begay allegedly struck Evangeline Shorty and her dog with his GMC Canyon pickup.Shorty was seriously injured and had to be “life flighted out,” and her Cane Corso terrier died from its injuries, according to the statement of probable cause.Begay remained at the scene of the crash and reportedly told investigators that he fell asleep at the wheel and asked if the person he struck was OK. Begay also agreed to a breath test and allegedly had a 0.10 BAC more than an hour after the crash, court records said.He was arrested and booked into the San Juan County Detention Center and was released into pretrial services the next day.dmayeux@fms.k12.nm.us]]></content:encoded>
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        <description>My Hero Academia in Concert will celebrate a decade of heroism on Sept. 12 at the Farmington Civic Center. See details below. Courtesy City of Farmington Farmington fans will be the first in the nation to experience My Hero Academia...</description>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[My Hero Academia in Concert will celebrate a decade of heroism on Sept. 12 at the Farmington Civic Center. See details below. Courtesy City of FarmingtonFarmington fans will be the first in the nation to experience My Hero Academia in Concert on Sept. 12 when the show visits the Farmington Civic Center.The concert brings the power, emotion and iconic score of the beloved superhero anime phenomenon to the stage. Attendees will watch the series' most unforgettable moments projected on a massive screen while a world-class live ensemble performs composer Yuki Hayashi's electrifying score in sync, featuring fan-favorite themes such as “You Say Run” and “You Can Be a Hero.”Local attendees will get an exclusive first look at the production – and first access to venue-exclusive concert merchandise.Based on Kohei Horikoshi's bestselling manga, My Hero Academia follows Izuku Midoriya, a powerless boy in a superpowered world who inherits the abilities of the legendary hero All Might.The music and imagery unite to recreate the triumphs, struggles, and emotional highs that have defined My Hero Academia for a decade. The live concert experience gives audiences a new way to experience the story's most memorable battles, friendships, and heroic moments, with Hayashi's music performed live alongside cinematic visuals from across the series.The show is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 12. Tickets are available for $16-$28 at farmingtonnm.gov/showsSee the Tri-City Record’s Calendar of Events for details on these and other events. To submit an event via email, send to events@tricityrecordnm.com.]]></content:encoded>
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        <description>The San Juan Brewfest is returning to Durango’s Buckley Park on Aug. 28-29. See details below. Pictured are brews from Three Rivers Brewery of Farmington during the 2014 brewer’s festival. Durango Herald, File Farmington Friday, Aug. 21 The Commodores live...</description>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[The San Juan Brewfest is returning to Durango’s Buckley Park on Aug. 28-29. See details below. Pictured are brews from Three Rivers Brewery of Farmington during the 2014 brewer’s festival. Durango Herald, FileFarmingtonFriday, Aug. 21The Commodores live in concert, doors, 6:30 p.m.; Show 8 p.m., Northern Edge Navajo Casino, 2752 Indian Service Road 36. The Commodores bring an unforgettable night of soul and R&B featuring decades of chart-topping favorites. Tickets start at $60, available at the gift shop or tinyurl.com/mts5uvy4. Details: (505) 960-7000 or www.northernedgecasino.com/entertainment.Board Games and Trivia Night, 6-8 p.m., Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. $5 early registration, $10 day of event. Challenge friends and family to board games and trivia. Details: (505) 599-1184.Filmmakers Meetup with Zia Drone Operations, 6 p.m., The Totah Theater, 315 W. Main St. Free. Network with local filmmakers, learn about drones, bring contact info to share. Details: https://www.filmfourcorners.org/.Saturday, Aug. 22LOCASH live in concert, doors 6:30 p.m.; show 8 p.m., Northern Edge Navajo Casino, 2752 Indian Service Road 36. Country hitmakers LOCASH bring their high-energy sounds and hits for an unforgettable summer concert experience. Tickets start at $60, available at the gift shop or www.etix.com/ticket/p/56769791/locash-upper-fruitland-northern-edge-navajo-casino. Details: (505) 960-7000, northernedgecasino.com/entertainment.Farmington Growers Market Summer Season, 8 a.m. – noon, Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Saturdays through Oct. 31. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.com.Saturday Dance at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 6-9 p.m. 208 N. Wall Ave. $3 per person. Details: (505) 599-1380.Summer Terrace Concert Series, 6–7:30 p.m. Farmington Museum terrace, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Live music featuring Chokecherry Jam. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. (505) 599-1174 or FarmingtonMuseum.org.Write to Publish: Research and Writing Startegies with Garrett Pack, 3:30-5 p.m., Quill & Quest, 218 W. Main St. Free. Author/tour guide Garrett Peck will discuss research and writing strategies. Book signing to follow. Details: https://delshereepress.com/write-to-publish/.Sunday, Aug. 23San Juan Chorale rehearsals, 3-5 p.m. Bethany Christian Church, 30th and Butler streets. Free. Rehearsals for Beethoven’s “Mass in C” Op. 86. Details: Contact Linda Edwards at (505) 325-7232 or lindae680@gmail.com.Tuesday, Aug. 25Dugan Production Corporation Blood Drive, 6:30-10:30 a.m. Dugan Production Corporation, 4100 W. Piedras. Free. Give blood and save lives at the Bloodmobile. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Piedra Vista High School Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Piedra Vista High School, 5700 College Blvd. Free. Come through the office and give blood in the choir room. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Farmington Growers Market, summer season Tuesday Market, 4-6 p.m., Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Tuesdays July 7 through Oct. 13. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.comWednesday, Aug. 26Jazz Jams at Orchard Park, 7 – 9 p.m., Orchard Park on Main Street. Free. Shows will take place Wednesdays throughout July and August. Bring a chair, enjoy local jazz and/or jam with the group! Details: (505) 320-0615, nwnmac1@gmail.com or nwnmac.org.San Juan Symphony season tickets, now available in Farmington and Durango, 8 a.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center at San Juan College. Adult: $130, Senior: $95, Student: $40. First-time subscribers receive 25% off in Farmington. Join the symphony shows for this milestone season: Larger than Life. Details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.Piedra Vista High School Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Piedra Vista High School, 5700 College Blvd. Free. Come through the office and give blood in the choir room. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m., every Wednesday, Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park. Free. Bring lunch and binoculars and enjoy watching birds and wildlife from Nature Center windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Saturday, Aug. 29Farmington Growers Market Summer Season, 8 a.m. – noon, Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Saturdays through Oct. 31. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.com.Summer Terrace Concert Series, 6–7:30 p.m. Farmington Museum terrace, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Live music featuring Dzaki Sukarno. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. (505) 599-1174 or FarmingtonMuseum.org.Girl Scout Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., San Juan College Student Center, Suns Lounge Room 1608, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Come and see what Girl Scouts is all about! Registration is available at the event. Details: (505) 343-1040, customercare@nmgirlscouts.org or www.nmgirlscouts.org.Sunday, Aug. 30Hills Church Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Hills Church, 5101 N. Dustin Ave. Free. The community is invited to give blood and save lives in the Bloodmobile. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Monday, Aug. 31Saving Lives Service Project Blood Drive, 4-7:30 p.m. Cultural Hall at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1310 E. 25th St. Free. Young Single Adult Group invites you to join them in saving lives for their Family Home Evening project. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Tuesday, Sept. 1Farmington Growers Market, summer season Tuesday Market, 4-6 p.m., Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Tuesdays July 7 through Oct. 13. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.comWednesday, Sept. 2Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m., every Wednesday, Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park. Free. Bring lunch and binoculars and enjoy watching birds and wildlife from Nature Center windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Saturday, Sept. 5Fiber Arts Meetup, 10 a.m. – noon, The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College, 5101 College Blvd. Free. Bring your current project. Ages 12-plus; if under 18 bring an adult. Details: (505) 566-3112 or thebigidea@sanjuancollege.edu.Saturday, Sept. 12Dining with the dead, Greenlawn Cemetery. Historical reenactment featuring a BBQ dinner and a tour with costumed guides to meet the area’s early pioneers. Tickets go on sale July 6 at Howard’s Cleaners, Artifacts and riodelsolkiwanis.com. Details: (505) 325-5931 or (505) 860-5165.An Octet For All Ages, presented by the San Juan Symphony Beyond the Concert Hall Chamber Music Series, featuring SJS Concertmaster Lauren Avery, plus student musicians. 2 p.m., Connie Gotsch Theater at San Juan College. $30 Adult, $10 Student. Join an expanded San Juan Symphony String Quartet for the Phantasy Quintet by Ralph Vaughan-Williams. Details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.My Hero Academia in Concert, 7:30 p.m., Farmington Civic Center. An immersive live experience spanning the anime’s full eight-season journey. $16-$28. Details: FarmingtonShows.com.Monthly American Legion meeting, 10 a.m., 1911 N. Dustin Ave. Free. Monthly meeting of American Legion Post 93. All veterans and guests are welcome Details: www.americanlegion-farmington-nm.org.Saturday, Sept. 1946th annual Walkathon, benefiting the San Juan Medical Foundation, 7:30-10 a.m. Locke Street Eats. Registration and details: sanjuanmedicalfoundation.com.3rd annual Navajo Song & Dance, 1-6 p.m., Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Cultural event featuring live performances by the Tódi Neesh Zhee Singers, two-step and skip dances, artisan vendors, and food. Free. Details: (505) 566-3321 or facebook.com/sjcnac.Wednesday, Sept. 23Ms. Indigenous Pageant, 6 p.m. Henderson Performance Hall, San Juan College Native American Center, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Vibrant celebration of Native American student culture, traditions and ancestral heritage, featuring displays of traditional artistry, skills and contemporary talents. Details: Native American Center at (505) 566-3321 or NAC@sanjuancollege.edu.Friday, Sept. 25Balloon Glow 2026, 5:30 p.m., San Juan College, Graduation Plaza. Free. Enjoy food, live entertainment, games, face painting, and more! Free and fun for all ages Details: sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.Saturday, Oct. 10Clean Comedy Kings: LIVE, 7 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center, San Juan College. $10-$20. A family-friendly night of laughs that are 0% filthy and 100% funny. Details: (505) 566-3430 or sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.Wednesday, Oct. 14Women’s Cancer Awareness Luncheon and Style Show, benefiting the San Juan Medical Foundation’s Cathy Lincoln Memorial Cancer Fund, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Farmington Civic Center. $50. Tickets go on sale on Oct. 1. Details: (505) 609-6813.Tuesday, Oct. 20“Dominate the Storm: Reed Timmer, live,” updated date, 6 p.m., Connie Gotsch Theatre, San Juan College, 4601 College Blvd. Free. A heart-pumping evening with America's most famous storm chaser. Demonstration followed by a Q&A. Details: (505) 566-3430 or sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.Friday, Oct. 23The Moth Project – Music, Pictures, Words: An Artists Series Event, 7 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center, San Juan College. $10-$20. A blend of science, myth and art. Music ranging from Bach to KISS. All ages. Details: (505) 566-3430 or sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.AztecFriday, Aug. 21Open Mic, 6 – 8 p.m., Feat of Clay Art Co-op, 222 N. Main, Aztec. Free. Open Mic: poetry, music, writings. Come share or just listen. Details: Featofclayaztec.com or (505) 333-4312.Thursday, Sept. 10Aztec's Old Soreheads: Pour Decisions Fundraiser, 4 – 7:30 p.m., Leanor de San Juan Wine Bar, 200 S. Main Ave. $15 per person donation requested, benefiting the Aztec Museum Association. Meet this year's Soreheads nominees and mingle. Beverage purchases separately. Details: (505) 334-9829.Friday, Sept. 11Music at the Museum, featuring Zia Chicks, 7 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave. Free. Join the community in the Pioneer Village for live music. Enter through west gate behind museum. Details: call (505) 334-9829.Saturday, Sept. 19Something Nifty on 550, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., N. Main Avenue Extension. Free to Public. A vintage, antique and resale market. Details: aztecchamber.com/calendar/.Friday, Sept. 25Health Seminars, 5:30 p.m., Aztec SDA Church, 240 Heritage Lane. Free. Seminars by Dr. Marcum include: When the Heart Attacks, Reversing Diabetes, Brain Toxins and more. 5:30 p.m. session.Saturday, Sept. 26Health Seminars, 5:30 p.m., Aztec SDA Church, 240 Heritage Lane. Free. Seminars by Dr. Marcum include: When the Heart Attacks, Reversing Diabetes, Brain Toxins and more. Sessions at 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.Friday, Oct. 2Sip & Support benefiting Four Corners Wolf Dog Rescue Sanctuary, 5:30 p.m., 116 S. Main St. $10. Connect, collaborate and give back benefiting the Four Corners Wolf Dog Rescue in Aztec. Details: https://aztecchamber.com/calendar/.BloomfieldSaturday, Sept. 5Monthly Veterans Breakfast, 10 a.m., Grandma's Kitchen, 510 S. Bloomfield Blvd, Bloomfield. Dutch. A breakfast for veterans and guests to meet Details: www.americanlegion-farmington-nm.org.Thursday, Sept. 17Southwest Pottery & Kiln Conference, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free with museum entry or $10 registration. Demonstrations, prehistoric and historic styles, hands-on crafts, after-hours events, Mata Ortiz show. Conference Sept. 17-20. Details: https://www.swkiln.com/.Friday, Sept. 18Mata Ortiz Pottery Show, 3 – 7 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free. Music, snacks and beverages for sale. Unique styles for gifts and collections, handmade. Details: https://salmonruins.com/events.html.Saturday, Sept. 19Mata Ortiz Pottery Show, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free with museum entry. Last chance, part of Southwest Kiln Conference, featuring unique handmade ceramics for gifts or collections Details: https://salmonruins.com/events.html, salmonruins.education@gmail.com or (505) 632-2013.KirtlandSaturday, Oct. 3RPSJC send annual golf tournament, 8 a.m. shotgun start, Riverview Golf Course, Kirtland. Four-man scramble. Come play golf with governor candidate Gregg Hull and Lt. gov candidate David Gallegos. Prizes available. Details: Mike (505) 212-0522 or Pat (505) 258-3394.DurangoFriday, Aug. 28San Juan Brewfest, 5-8 p.m. Buckley Park, downtown Durango. $1 to $5. Annual beer tasting festival featuring unlimited tastings from 40 breweries and cideries, live music curated by Animas City Theatre, and food vendors to benefit local nonprofits. Details: SanJuanbrewfest.com.Saturday, Aug. 29San Juan Brewfest, 5-8 p.m. Buckley Park, downtown Durango. $1 to $5. Annual beer tasting festival featuring unlimited tastings from 40 breweries and cideries, live music curated by Animas City Theatre, and food vendors to benefit local nonprofits. Details: SanJuanbrewfest.com.New MexicoSaturday, Sept. 54th annual Valley of the Mills Tour, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Houser Raspberry Ranch NM-442 and NM-518, Mora. Free. Unplug and explore the historic mills of Northern New Mexico – free family fun all Labor Day Weekend. Details: https://tinyurl.com/573xw9wfSunday, Sept. 64th annual Valley of the Mills Tour, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Houser Raspberry Ranch NM-442 and NM-518, Mora. Free. Unplug and explore the historic mills of Northern New Mexico – free family fun all Labor Day Weekend. Details: https://tinyurl.com/573xw9wfSaturday, Oct. 31Libros of Enchantment: The 2026 SouthWest Writers Book Fiesta, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., University of New Mexico Continuing Education Center, 1634 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque. $25/person includes access to the entire event, as well as continental breakfast and a box lunch. A first-ever book fair uniting readers and authors. Meet authors/readers, buy/sell books. Details: bookfiesta@swwriters.com, (505) 830-6034 or www.swwbookfiesta.com/MondaysBridge, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex studio 10 room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Pinochle, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Funday Mondays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Fun games, crafts and educational activities for the whole family. Details: (505) 599-1400.Arts and crafts for kids, 3 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. For ages 6-12. Details: (505) 566-2480.Walking Club, 5:30 p.m. Boyd Park, 700 S. Miller Ave. Walk together for better health.Youth and adult group counseling, 6-7 p.m. Capacity Builders, 2200 Bloomfield Highway, Farmington. Free. Group sessions provided alternate between youth and adult meetings. Contact for location. Details: (505) 278-7789, ext. 118, BHSD@capacitybuilders.info.Farmington Composite Squadron meeting, 6:30 p.m. Four Corners Regional Airport, 1296 Navajo St. Learn more about the Civil Air Patrol and meet members. Details: (505) 215-3097, info@nmcap.us.Tai Chi for all abilities, 10-11 a.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Join instructor Gram Davis for Tai Chi! Open to all abilities, and no registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Adaptive Sports, 11 a.m. – noon, Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. Free. The drop-in program is open to ages 18+ and will feature a different activity each week: putt-putt golf, pickleball, obstacle course, and more. Adaptive Sports empowers athletes with physical, sensory, or cognitive challenges to stay active, build confidence, and connect through tailored activities. Details: (505) 599-1184.Family storytime, 10 a.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A cozy family story hour with books, songs and shared moments that build early literacy and connection. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.TuesdaysTuesday Morning Birders, 8 a.m. Riverside Nature Center, North Browning Parkway. Free. Join a group of beginning and experienced birders to view the over 150 bird species observed at Berg and Animas Parks.Crafty Ladies, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. $5. Crafty ladies who enjoy making a different craft each week. Preregistration required. Details: (505) 566-2256.Writing Class, 9:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Friends share ideas, write books, poems and short stories. Details: (505) 566-2256.Family Storytime, 10 a.m. Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. A cozy family story hour with books, songs and shared moments that build early literacy and connection. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Quilting & Sewing, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex studio room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Join others to socialize while working on individual projects. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Retired Educators of San Juan County, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. No Worries Bar & Grill, 1298 W. Navajo St. Former teachers, administrators, bus drivers, custodians, librarians and central office staff invited, every second Tuesday of the month. Details: marilyn_montoya@yahoo.com or (505) 330-4811.San Juan County Rotary Club meeting, noon to 1 p.m. 801 N. Municipal Dr. Details: (505) 320-9424.Hooks and Needles, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Participate in crocheting and needlepoint projects. All skill levels welcome. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Youth Kickball, 4 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center Harv Henry Gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Details: (505) 566-2480.Four Corners Chess Club, 5-7 p.m., upstairs from Mary’s Kitchen at San Juan College, west of the library. Players of all levels, from beginner to expert, are welcome. This club is hosted in partnership with Encore.NAMI Connection recovery support group, 6 p.m. Northside Church of Christ library, 401 W. 20th St. Free. A free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Meets every second Tuesday.Community Line Dancing Classes, 6–7:30 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. All ages and skill levels welcome. Details: (505) 566-2480.Marine Corps League Detachment 736 monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m. Contact for location. The group meets on the first Tuesday of the month. Details: (505) 860-9971.Four Corners Old Car Club, 6:30 p.m. The club meets every third Tuesday of the month. The club meets at First Presbyterian Church 865 N. Dustin Ave. October through April and at various other location May through September. Details: Richard Fassler (505) 716-7100.HIIT/Circuit Training Class, 7 p.m. Forge Fitness, 915 N. Farmington Ave., Suite K. Your first class is free. Come learn how to use weights and cardio to improve your health. Details: Adrian (602) 781-4003 or https://bit.ly/3Nl6uIdTween topics, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A weekly choose‑your‑own‑adventure mix of crafts, gaming, coding and tech exploration for ages 8–12. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Teen takeover, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A creative hangout for ages 13–18 featuring rotating activities including crafts, games, tech‑art projects and Books or Bites. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Games and goodies, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A family-friendly gaming hour with options for all ages, plus snacks and a lively, relaxed atmosphere. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Two Dollar Tuesday Special, 6 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Farmington Aquatic Center. All entry is $2.WednesdaysMindfulness Group, 10:30-11:30 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, Annex Sun Room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Join us for quiet reflection as we cultivate awareness and reduce stress in this Mindfulness Group. Details: FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSCSew Sew Quilters, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Toddler Playdate, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed for families with young children to develop early motor skills and find playmates. Details: (505) 599-1424.Navajo Bible Study, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Bible study covers traditional Scriptures and singing in the Navajo language. Details: (505) 566-2256..Beadwork, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Join others to socialize while working on individual projects in this Native American art style. Supply your materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Arts and crafts for kids, 3:30 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. For ages 6-12. Details: (505) 566-2480.After-school Art Attack!, 3:30-4:30 p.m. E3 Children’s Museum, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Kids ages 6 and up get creative making art projects. Details: (505) 599-1424.San Juan Fly Fishing Federation, 7 p.m. Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. Free to guests; $15 annual family membership. Bring your advice, share your techniques, meet other anglers every third Wednesday. Details: (505) 320-4238 or SJFFF505@gmail.com.Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m. every Wednesday. The group meets at Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park, Farmington. Free. Bring your lunch and binoculars to watch birds and wildlife from windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Youth dodgeball, 4 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Put your game face on and come have some fun playing dodgeball. No registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Untangled threads, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A weekly craft circle for knitting, crochet, embroidery and more; bring your own supplies and enjoy conversation with fellow makers. Free. Contact (505) 599-1270.ThursdaysBaby Storytime, 10 a.m. Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. A gentle, nurturing session for infants and caregivers featuring simple songs, movement and early stories. Details: (505) 599-1270.Mahjong, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Bible Study, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Bible study covers traditional Scriptures and fellowship. Details: (505) 599-1380.Farmington Rio del Sol Kiwanis weekly meeting, noon, No Worries at Farmington Airport, 1298 W. Navajo St. We welcome visitors and new members. Details: riodelsolkiwanis.com or (505) 860-5165.Simply Science, 3:30-4:30 p.m. E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Get messy performing simple science experiments recommended for kids ages 6 and up. Details: (505) 599-1425.“S” is for Science, 10:30-11:45 a.m., E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. This is a STEAM to read, read to STEAM program. Each week will start with a story about a super cool, out-of-this-world scientist and end with fun hands-on activities. This program is perfect for ages 4 and up (if you have kiddos younger than 4 you can always come by and give it a try). For more information call E3 at (505) 599-1424.The Lord’s Pantry, 4:30 – 6 p.m. 117 E. Ute St. Free. This community resource provides assistance with food boxes, household items, clothing and soul nourishing. Details: (505) 325-1757.Communion and fellowship dinner, 5:30 p.m. Calvary Chapel Farmington, 6925 E. Main St. Enjoy dinner with congregation members the first Thursday of each month. Bring a side or dessert. Worship and Communion begin at 6:30 p.m.San Juan County Seed Savers and Permaculture meeting, 10 a.m. to noon, at the Nature Center near Browning Parkway, west of the big barn. Discuss gardening practices, prepare seeds for libraries and experiment with plant varieties. The group meets every second Thursday of the month.Art is for Everyone, noon, Sycamore Park Community Center. Artists of all abilities are invited to join in on the fun with local artist, Crystal Hazen, and The Arc. This class offers alternative ways to be creative, have fun, and communicate when words are limited. Free. Art shows are held on the last Friday of the month. Details: (505) 566-2480.All abilities dodgeball, 1 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. No registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Night at the library, 5 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. An evening of crafts, games, experiments and treats for families looking for relaxed, hands‑on fun. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.FridaysFriday movie & craft, 3:30 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A family movie screening followed by a themed craft, with popcorn and creative weekend energy. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Diamond Art Group, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Sew Sew Quilters, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Pinochle, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Friday Fun, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. E3 Children’s Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed to allow preschoolers to explore art, music, reading and science concepts. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Details: (505) 599-1425.Mexican Train dominoes, 12:15 – 3:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Beadwork, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Socialize while working on projects in Native American style. Supply your materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Support group and exercise class, 10-11 a.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Join instructor Linda Fourr for an exercise class and support group specifically designed for those with Parkinson’s disease and other mobility challenges. Details: (505) 566-2480.BINGO, 1 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. $1. Enjoy an afternoon of BINGO, generally held every third Friday of the month. Details FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSC (505) 599-1380.SaturdaysCoffee and Cars, 8:30 a.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Parking Lot, 3030 E. Main St. Ste N. Free. Monthly meeting, every second Saturday, join fellow car enthusiasts, share your passion for cars. Details: www.northernnewmexicostreetrodders.com.Veterans Breakfast, 9 a.m. Purple Cow, 4420 Bloomfield Highway. Dutch meal. A breakfast for all veterans and guests every first Saturday. Details: americanlegion-farmington-nm.org.Republican Party of San Juan County Election Information, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. RPSJC Headquarters, 1206 E. 20th St. Free. Information on Republican candidates and voter registration. Details: Mike Tillman (505) 215-0522.Saturday night dance at Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 6 – 9 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. $3. Kick up your heels at the senior center’s Saturday Night Dances, taking place every second and fourth Friday night of the month. Details: FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSC or (505) 599-1380SundaysFarmington Writers Circle Meeting, 3 p.m. San Juan College West Classroom Complex study area. Free. The Farmington Writers Circle welcomes writers of all genres. Meets every third Sunday. Details: https://bit.ly/3HxUik2.Mondays, Wednesdays, FridaysSharQui Belly Dance Workout, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Fees apply. Learn to belly dance and exercise in a fun, relaxing one-hour program. Details: (505) 566-2256. Register: San Juan College Encore Program, (505) 566-3214.Encore Exercise Class, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Fees Apply. Low-impact exercise program for older adults. Details: (505) 566-2256. Register: San Juan College Encore Program (505) 566-3214.Mondays-ThursdaysLine dancing classes, Jamboree Mondays, 2-3:30 p.m. Transition Tuesdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Advance Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Intermediate Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 599-1380.AztecTuesdaysBook Club, 10 a.m. Held every second Tuesday of the month, Aztec Public Library, 319 S. Ash St. Free. Copies of each title are available for checkout with a library card. Register at the library. Details: (505) 334-7657.ThursdaysBingo, pool and cards, 9:30 a.m. Aztec Senior Center, 101 S. Park Ave. Details: (505) 334-2881.Story Time, 10 a.m. Aztec Library, 319 S. Ash Ave. Free. Story time includes reading books, songs, finger-puppet plays, movement activities and craft. Details: (505) 334-7657 or www.azteclibrary.org.FridaysKaraoke, 8 p.m. Aztec VFW, 201 S. Park Ave.BloomfieldMondaysThe Aztec Quilting Bee, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Free with annual membership. Monthly meeting every third Monday in the event room. Details: Levita (505) 947-0942.Basketball Open Gym, 5-8 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. $2 drop-in or Fitness Membership. Ages 16 and up. Details: (505) 632-8315.Strength and Conditioning, 6-7 p.m. $2 or Fitness Membership. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.TuesdaysSalmon Ruins board of directors meeting, 6 p.m. Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 U.S. Highway 64. Meeting is every fourth Tuesday. Details: (505) 632-2013, salmonruins.education@gmail.com.WednesdaysMorning Storytime, 10:30–11 a.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St., Come enjoy a story and craft every Wednesday. Details: (505) 632-8315.Basketball Open Gym, 5–8 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. $2 drop-in or Fitness Membership. Ages 16 and older. Details: (505) 632-8315.Strength and Conditioning, 6–7 p.m. $2 or fitness membership. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.ThursdaysBloomfield Book Club meeting, 3 p.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Every third Thursday. Details: (505) 632-8315.Genealogy Night, 6 – 7 p.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Free. Mingle and share as you uncover details of your ancestry. Every first Thursday. Details: (505) 632-8315.List your event on Farmington Events CalendarEvent listings are updated daily on www.tricityrecordnm.com. The deadline is 3 p.m.Event listings are limited in length. You will not be able to list your event in this form if you exceed this limit or fail to complete the form below. 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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[A new date has been set for world-renowned storm chaser Reed Timmer’s visit to Farmington. Timmer is now set to speak at San Juan College on Oct. 20. See details below. x.com/ReedTimmerUSAFarmingtonTuesday, Aug. 18Farmington Growers Market, summer season Tuesday Market, 4-6 p.m., Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Tuesdays July 7 through Oct. 13. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.comSan Juan County Federation of Democratic Women, 11:30 a.m., Red Lobster. Interested people are invited. Details and RSVP: Lela Holmes at (505) 860-5595 or lelaholmes1788@gmail.comWednesday, Aug. 19Jazz Jams at Orchard Park, 7 – 9 p.m., Orchard Park on Main Street. Free. Shows will take place Wednesdays throughout July and August. Bring a chair, enjoy local jazz and/or jam with the group! Details: (505) 320-0615, nwnmac1@gmail.com or nwnmac.org.“Spain and the World War That Resulted in the Independence of the United States,” 6 p.m., Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. Free. Program by Thomas Chavez, PhD. presented by SJC Historical Society, Desert Gold DAR, Aztec Museum. Details: (505) 334-9829.San Juan Symphony season tickets, now available in Farmington and Durango, 8 a.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center at San Juan College. Adult: $130, Senior: $95, Student: $40. First-time subscribers receive 25% off in Farmington. Join the symphony shows for this milestone season: Larger than Life. Details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.Republican Party of San Juan County Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., No Worries Sports Bar at the airport. Free, Dutch treat meeting. Guest Speaker will be Matt Pahl of Pacific Fusion. Details: Mike Tillman (505) 215-0522.Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m., every Wednesday, Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park. Free. Bring lunch and binoculars and enjoy watching birds and wildlife from Nature Center windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Democratic Friends Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Sun Ray Casino. Free; just buy your lunch. Catch up on events and enjoy conversation with other Democrats. Details: Linda Corwin at lindacor@earthlink.net.Thursday, Aug. 20Executive Committee meeting, 4:30 p.m., 333 E. Main St. Free. Discussion of the County Fair experience, planning for future events. Details: Linda Corwin at lindacor@earthlink.net.Friday, Aug. 21The Commodores live in concert, doors, 6:30 p.m.; Show 8 p.m., Northern Edge Navajo Casino, 2752 Indian Service Road 36. The Commodores bring an unforgettable night of soul and R&B featuring decades of chart-topping favorites. Tickets start at $60, available at the gift shop or tinyurl.com/mts5uvy4. Details: (505) 960-7000 or www.northernedgecasino.com/entertainment.Board Games and Trivia Night, 6-8 p.m., Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. $5 early registration, $10 day of event. Challenge friends and family to board games and trivia. Details: (505) 599-1184.Filmmakers Meetup with Zia Drone Operations, 6 p.m., The Totah Theater, 315 W. Main St. Free. Network with local filmmakers, learn about drones, bring contact info to share. Details: https://www.filmfourcorners.org/.Saturday, Aug. 22LOCASH live in concert, doors 6:30 p.m.; show 8 p.m., Northern Edge Navajo Casino, 2752 Indian Service Road 36. Country hitmakers LOCASH bring their high-energy sounds and hits for an unforgettable summer concert experience. Tickets start at $60, available at the gift shop or www.etix.com/ticket/p/56769791/locash-upper-fruitland-northern-edge-navajo-casino. Details: (505) 960-7000, northernedgecasino.com/entertainment.Farmington Growers Market Summer Season, 8 a.m. – noon, Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Saturdays through Oct. 31. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.com.Saturday Dance at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 6-9 p.m. 208 N. Wall Ave. $3 per person. Details: (505) 599-1380.Summer Terrace Concert Series, 6–7:30 p.m. Farmington Museum terrace, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Live music featuring Chokecherry Jam. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. (505) 599-1174 or FarmingtonMuseum.org.Sunday, Aug. 23San Juan Chorale rehearsals, 3-5 p.m. Bethany Christian Church, 30th and Butler streets. Free. Rehearsals for Beethoven’s “Mass in C” Op. 86. Details: Contact Linda Edwards at (505) 325-7232 or lindae680@gmail.com.Tuesday, Aug. 25Dugan Production Corporation Blood Drive, 6:30-10:30 a.m. Dugan Production Corporation, 4100 W. Piedras. Free. Give blood and save lives at the Bloodmobile. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Piedra Vista High School Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Piedra Vista High School, 5700 College Blvd. Free. Come through the office and give blood in the choir room. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Farmington Growers Market, summer season Tuesday Market, 4-6 p.m., Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Tuesdays July 7 through Oct. 13. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.comWednesday, Aug. 26Jazz Jams at Orchard Park, 7 – 9 p.m., Orchard Park on Main Street. Free. Shows will take place Wednesdays throughout July and August. Bring a chair, enjoy local jazz and/or jam with the group! Details: (505) 320-0615, nwnmac1@gmail.com or nwnmac.org.San Juan Symphony season tickets, now available in Farmington and Durango, 8 a.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center at San Juan College. Adult: $130, Senior: $95, Student: $40. First-time subscribers receive 25% off in Farmington. Join the symphony shows for this milestone season: Larger than Life. Details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.Piedra Vista High School Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Piedra Vista High School, 5700 College Blvd. Free. Come through the office and give blood in the choir room. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m., every Wednesday, Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park. Free. Bring lunch and binoculars and enjoy watching birds and wildlife from Nature Center windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Saturday, Aug. 29Farmington Growers Market Summer Season, 8 a.m. – noon, Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Saturdays through Oct. 31. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.com.Summer Terrace Concert Series, 6–7:30 p.m. Farmington Museum terrace, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Live music featuring Dzaki Sukarno. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. (505) 599-1174 or FarmingtonMuseum.org.Girl Scout Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., San Juan College Student Center, Suns Lounge Room 1608, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Come and see what Girl Scouts is all about! Registration is available at the event. Details: (505) 343-1040, customercare@nmgirlscouts.org or www.nmgirlscouts.org.Sunday, Aug. 30Hills Church Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Hills Church, 5101 N. Dustin Ave. Free. The community is invited to give blood and save lives in the Bloodmobile. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Monday, Aug. 31Saving Lives Service Project Blood Drive, 4-7:30 p.m. Cultural Hall at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1310 E. 25th St. Free. Young Single Adult Group invites you to join them in saving lives for their Family Home Evening project. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Tuesday, Sept. 1Farmington Growers Market, summer season Tuesday Market, 4-6 p.m., Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Tuesdays July 7 through Oct. 13. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.comSaturday, Sept. 5Fiber Arts Meetup, 10 a.m. – noon, The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College, 5101 College Blvd. Free. Bring your current project. Ages 12-plus; if under 18 bring an adult. Details: (505) 566-3112 or thebigidea@sanjuancollege.edu.Saturday, Sept. 12Dining with the dead, Greenlawn Cemetery. Historical reenactment featuring a BBQ dinner and a tour with costumed guides to meet the area’s early pioneers. Tickets go on sale July 6 at Howard’s Cleaners, Artifacts and riodelsolkiwanis.com. Details: (505) 325-5931 or (505) 860-5165.An Octet For All Ages, presented by the San Juan Symphony Beyond the Concert Hall Chamber Music Series, featuring SJS Concertmaster Lauren Avery, plus student musicians. 2 p.m., Connie Gotsch Theater at San Juan College. $30 Adult, $10 Student. Join an expanded San Juan Symphony String Quartet for the Phantasy Quintet by Ralph Vaughan-Williams. Details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.Saturday, Sept. 1946th annual Walkathon, benefiting the San Juan Medical Foundation, 7:30-10 a.m. Locke Street Eats. Registration and details: sanjuanmedicalfoundation.com.3rd annual Navajo Song & Dance, 1-6 p.m., Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Cultural event featuring live performances by the Tódi Neesh Zhee Singers, two-step and skip dances, artisan vendors, and food. Free. Details: (505) 566-3321 or facebook.com/sjcnac.Wednesday, Sept. 23Ms. Indigenous Pageant, 6 p.m. Henderson Performance Hall, San Juan College Native American Center, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Vibrant celebration of Native American student culture, traditions and ancestral heritage, featuring displays of traditional artistry, skills and contemporary talents. Details: Native American Center at (505) 566-3321 or NAC@sanjuancollege.edu.Friday, Sept. 25Balloon Glow 2026, 5:30 p.m., San Juan College, Graduation Plaza. Free. Enjoy food, live entertainment, games, face painting, and more! Free and fun for all ages Details: sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.Saturday, Oct. 10Clean Comedy Kings: LIVE, 7 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center, San Juan College. $10-$20. A family-friendly night of laughs that are 0% filthy and 100% funny. Details: (505) 566-3430 or sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.Wednesday, Oct. 14Women’s Cancer Awareness Luncheon and Style Show, benefiting the San Juan Medical Foundation’s Cathy Lincoln Memorial Cancer Fund, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Farmington Civic Center. $50. Tickets go on sale on Oct. 1. Details: (505) 609-6813.Tuesday, Oct. 20“Dominate the Storm: Reed Timmer, live,” updated date, 6 p.m., Connie Gotsch Theatre, San Juan College, 4601 College Blvd. Free. A heart-pumping evening with America's most famous storm chaser. Demonstration followed by a Q&A. Details: (505) 566-3430 or sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.Friday, Oct. 23The Moth Project – Music, Pictures, Words: An Artists Series Event, 7 p.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center, San Juan College. $10-$20. A blend of science, myth and art. Music ranging from Bach to KISS. All ages. Details: (505) 566-3430 or sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.The Northern Edge Navajo Casino has two concerts coming up this week. The Commodores will perform on Friday and LOCASH will take the stage on Saturday. See details below. Courtesy Okland ConstructionAztecFriday, Aug. 21Open Mic, 6 – 8 p.m., Feat of Clay Art Co-op, 222 N. Main, Aztec. Free. Open Mic: poetry, music, writings. Come share or just listen. Details: Featofclayaztec.com or (505) 333-4312.Thursday, Sept. 10Aztec's Old Soreheads: Pour Decisions Fundraiser, 4 – 7:30 p.m., Leanor de San Juan Wine Bar, 200 S. Main Ave. $15 per person donation requested, benefiting the Aztec Museum Association. Meet this year's Soreheads nominees and mingle. Beverage purchases separately. Details: (505) 334-9829.Friday, Sept. 11Music at the Museum, featuring Zia Chicks, 7 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave. Free. Join the community in the Pioneer Village for live music. Enter through west gate behind museum. Details: call (505) 334-9829.Saturday, Sept. 19Something Nifty on 550, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., N. Main Avenue Extension. Free to Public. A vintage, antique and resale market. Details: aztecchamber.com/calendar/.Friday, Sept. 25Health Seminars, 5:30 p.m., Aztec SDA Church, 240 Heritage Lane. Free. Seminars by Dr. Marcum include: When the Heart Attacks, Reversing Diabetes, Brain Toxins and more. 5:30 p.m. session.Saturday, Sept. 26Health Seminars, 5:30 p.m., Aztec SDA Church, 240 Heritage Lane. Free. Seminars by Dr. Marcum include: When the Heart Attacks, Reversing Diabetes, Brain Toxins and more. Sessions at 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.Friday, Oct. 2Sip & Support benefiting Four Corners Wolf Dog Rescue Sanctuary, 5:30 p.m., 116 S. Main St. $10. Connect, collaborate and give back benefiting the Four Corners Wolf Dog Rescue in Aztec. Details: https://aztecchamber.com/calendar/.BloomfieldThursday, Sept. 17Southwest Pottery & Kiln Conference, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free with museum entry or $10 registration. Demonstrations, prehistoric and historic styles, hands-on crafts, after-hours events, Mata Ortiz show. Conference Sept. 17-20. Details: https://www.swkiln.com/.Friday, Sept. 18Mata Ortiz Pottery Show, 3 – 7 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free. Music, snacks and beverages for sale. Unique styles for gifts and collections, handmade. Details: https://salmonruins.com/events.html.Saturday, Sept. 19Mata Ortiz Pottery Show, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free with museum entry. Last chance, part of Southwest Kiln Conference, featuring unique handmade ceramics for gifts or collections Details: https://salmonruins.com/events.html, salmonruins.education@gmail.com or (505) 632-2013.New MexicoSaturday, Sept. 54th annual Valley of the Mills Tour, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Houser Raspberry Ranch NM-442 and NM-518, Mora. Free. Unplug and explore the historic mills of Northern New Mexico – free family fun all Labor Day Weekend. Details: https://tinyurl.com/573xw9wfSunday, Sept. 64th annual Valley of the Mills Tour, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Houser Raspberry Ranch NM-442 and NM-518, Mora. Free. Unplug and explore the historic mills of Northern New Mexico – free family fun all Labor Day Weekend. Details: https://tinyurl.com/573xw9wfSaturday, Oct. 31Libros of Enchantment: The 2026 SouthWest Writers Book Fiesta, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., University of New Mexico Continuing Education Center, 1634 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque. $25/person includes access to the entire event, as well as continental breakfast and a box lunch. A first-ever book fair uniting readers and authors. Meet authors/readers, buy/sell books. Details: bookfiesta@swwriters.com, (505) 830-6034 or www.swwbookfiesta.com/MondaysBridge, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex studio 10 room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Pinochle, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Funday Mondays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Fun games, crafts and educational activities for the whole family. Details: (505) 599-1400.Arts and crafts for kids, 3 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. For ages 6-12. Details: (505) 566-2480.Walking Club, 5:30 p.m. Boyd Park, 700 S. Miller Ave. Walk together for better health.Youth and adult group counseling, 6-7 p.m. Capacity Builders, 2200 Bloomfield Highway, Farmington. Free. Group sessions provided alternate between youth and adult meetings. Contact for location. Details: (505) 278-7789, ext. 118, BHSD@capacitybuilders.info.Farmington Composite Squadron meeting, 6:30 p.m. Four Corners Regional Airport, 1296 Navajo St. Learn more about the Civil Air Patrol and meet members. Details: (505) 215-3097, info@nmcap.us.Tai Chi for all abilities, 10-11 a.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Join instructor Gram Davis for Tai Chi! Open to all abilities, and no registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Adaptive Sports, 11 a.m. – noon, Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. Free. The drop-in program is open to ages 18+ and will feature a different activity each week: putt-putt golf, pickleball, obstacle course, and more. Adaptive Sports empowers athletes with physical, sensory, or cognitive challenges to stay active, build confidence, and connect through tailored activities. Details: (505) 599-1184.Family storytime, 10 a.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A cozy family story hour with books, songs and shared moments that build early literacy and connection. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.TuesdaysTuesday Morning Birders, 8 a.m. Riverside Nature Center, North Browning Parkway. Free. Join a group of beginning and experienced birders to view the over 150 bird species observed at Berg and Animas Parks.Crafty Ladies, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. $5. Crafty ladies who enjoy making a different craft each week. Preregistration required. Details: (505) 566-2256.Writing Class, 9:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Friends share ideas, write books, poems and short stories. Details: (505) 566-2256.Family Storytime, 10 a.m. Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. A cozy family story hour with books, songs and shared moments that build early literacy and connection. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Quilting & Sewing, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex studio room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Join others to socialize while working on individual projects. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Retired Educators of San Juan County, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. No Worries Bar & Grill, 1298 W. Navajo St. Former teachers, administrators, bus drivers, custodians, librarians and central office staff invited, every second Tuesday of the month. Details: marilyn_montoya@yahoo.com or (505) 330-4811.San Juan County Rotary Club meeting, noon to 1 p.m. 801 N. Municipal Dr. Details: (505) 320-9424.Hooks and Needles, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Participate in crocheting and needlepoint projects. All skill levels welcome. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Youth Kickball, 4 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center Harv Henry Gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Details: (505) 566-2480.Four Corners Chess Club, 5-7 p.m., upstairs from Mary’s Kitchen at San Juan College, west of the library. Players of all levels, from beginner to expert, are welcome. This club is hosted in partnership with Encore.NAMI Connection recovery support group, 6 p.m. Northside Church of Christ library, 401 W. 20th St. Free. A free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Meets every second Tuesday.Community Line Dancing Classes, 6–7:30 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. All ages and skill levels welcome. Details: (505) 566-2480.Marine Corps League Detachment 736 monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m. Contact for location. The group meets on the first Tuesday of the month. Details: (505) 860-9971.Four Corners Old Car Club, 6:30 p.m. The club meets every third Tuesday of the month. The club meets at First Presbyterian Church 865 N. Dustin Ave. October through April and at various other location May through September. Details: Richard Fassler (505) 716-7100.HIIT/Circuit Training Class, 7 p.m. Forge Fitness, 915 N. Farmington Ave., Suite K. Your first class is free. Come learn how to use weights and cardio to improve your health. Details: Adrian (602) 781-4003 or https://bit.ly/3Nl6uIdTween topics, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A weekly choose‑your‑own‑adventure mix of crafts, gaming, coding and tech exploration for ages 8–12. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Teen takeover, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A creative hangout for ages 13–18 featuring rotating activities including crafts, games, tech‑art projects and Books or Bites. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Games and goodies, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A family-friendly gaming hour with options for all ages, plus snacks and a lively, relaxed atmosphere. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Two Dollar Tuesday Special, 6 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Farmington Aquatic Center. All entry is $2.WednesdaysMindfulness Group, 10:30-11:30 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, Annex Sun Room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Join us for quiet reflection as we cultivate awareness and reduce stress in this Mindfulness Group. Details: FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSCSew Sew Quilters, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Toddler Playdate, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed for families with young children to develop early motor skills and find playmates. Details: (505) 599-1424.Navajo Bible Study, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Bible study covers traditional Scriptures and singing in the Navajo language. Details: (505) 566-2256..Beadwork, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Join others to socialize while working on individual projects in this Native American art style. Supply your materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Arts and crafts for kids, 3:30 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. For ages 6-12. Details: (505) 566-2480.After-school Art Attack!, 3:30-4:30 p.m. E3 Children’s Museum, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Kids ages 6 and up get creative making art projects. Details: (505) 599-1424.San Juan Fly Fishing Federation, 7 p.m. Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. Free to guests; $15 annual family membership. Bring your advice, share your techniques, meet other anglers every third Wednesday. Details: (505) 320-4238 or SJFFF505@gmail.com.Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m. every Wednesday. The group meets at Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park, Farmington. Free. Bring your lunch and binoculars to watch birds and wildlife from windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Youth dodgeball, 4 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Put your game face on and come have some fun playing dodgeball. No registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Untangled threads, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A weekly craft circle for knitting, crochet, embroidery and more; bring your own supplies and enjoy conversation with fellow makers. Free. Contact (505) 599-1270.ThursdaysBaby Storytime, 10 a.m. Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. A gentle, nurturing session for infants and caregivers featuring simple songs, movement and early stories. Details: (505) 599-1270.Mahjong, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Bible Study, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Bible study covers traditional Scriptures and fellowship. Details: (505) 599-1380.Farmington Rio del Sol Kiwanis weekly meeting, noon, No Worries at Farmington Airport, 1298 W. Navajo St. We welcome visitors and new members. Details: riodelsolkiwanis.com or (505) 860-5165.Simply Science, 3:30-4:30 p.m. E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Get messy performing simple science experiments recommended for kids ages 6 and up. Details: (505) 599-1425.“S” is for Science, 10:30-11:45 a.m., E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. This is a STEAM to read, read to STEAM program. Each week will start with a story about a super cool, out-of-this-world scientist and end with fun hands-on activities. This program is perfect for ages 4 and up (if you have kiddos younger than 4 you can always come by and give it a try). For more information call E3 at (505) 599-1424.The Lord’s Pantry, 4:30 – 6 p.m. 117 E. Ute St. Free. This community resource provides assistance with food boxes, household items, clothing and soul nourishing. Details: (505) 325-1757.Communion and fellowship dinner, 5:30 p.m. Calvary Chapel Farmington, 6925 E. Main St. Enjoy dinner with congregation members the first Thursday of each month. Bring a side or dessert. Worship and Communion begin at 6:30 p.m.San Juan County Seed Savers and Permaculture meeting, 10 a.m. to noon, at the Nature Center near Browning Parkway, west of the big barn. Discuss gardening practices, prepare seeds for libraries and experiment with plant varieties. The group meets every second Thursday of the month.Art is for Everyone, noon, Sycamore Park Community Center. Artists of all abilities are invited to join in on the fun with local artist, Crystal Hazen, and The Arc. This class offers alternative ways to be creative, have fun, and communicate when words are limited. Free. Art shows are held on the last Friday of the month. Details: (505) 566-2480.All abilities dodgeball, 1 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. No registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Night at the library, 5 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. An evening of crafts, games, experiments and treats for families looking for relaxed, hands‑on fun. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.FridaysFriday movie & craft, 3:30 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A family movie screening followed by a themed craft, with popcorn and creative weekend energy. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Diamond Art Group, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Sew Sew Quilters, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Pinochle, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Friday Fun, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. E3 Children’s Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed to allow preschoolers to explore art, music, reading and science concepts. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Details: (505) 599-1425.Mexican Train dominoes, 12:15 – 3:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Beadwork, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Socialize while working on projects in Native American style. Supply your materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Support group and exercise class, 10-11 a.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Join instructor Linda Fourr for an exercise class and support group specifically designed for those with Parkinson’s disease and other mobility challenges. Details: (505) 566-2480.BINGO, 1 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. $1. Enjoy an afternoon of BINGO, generally held every third Friday of the month. Details FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSC (505) 599-1380.SaturdaysCoffee and Cars, 8:30 a.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Parking Lot, 3030 E. Main St. Ste N. Free. Monthly meeting, every second Saturday, join fellow car enthusiasts, share your passion for cars. Details: www.northernnewmexicostreetrodders.com.Veterans Breakfast, 9 a.m. Purple Cow, 4420 Bloomfield Highway. Dutch meal. A breakfast for all veterans and guests every first Saturday. Details: americanlegion-farmington-nm.org.Republican Party of San Juan County Election Information, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. RPSJC Headquarters, 1206 E. 20th St. Free. Information on Republican candidates and voter registration. Details: Mike Tillman (505) 215-0522.Saturday night dance at Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 6 – 9 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. $3. Kick up your heels at the senior center’s Saturday Night Dances, taking place every second and fourth Friday night of the month. Details: FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSC or (505) 599-1380SundaysFarmington Writers Circle Meeting, 3 p.m. San Juan College West Classroom Complex study area. Free. The Farmington Writers Circle welcomes writers of all genres. Meets every third Sunday. Details: https://bit.ly/3HxUik2.Mondays, Wednesdays, FridaysSharQui Belly Dance Workout, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Fees apply. Learn to belly dance and exercise in a fun, relaxing one-hour program. Details: (505) 566-2256. Register: San Juan College Encore Program, (505) 566-3214.Encore Exercise Class, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Fees Apply. Low-impact exercise program for older adults. Details: (505) 566-2256. Register: San Juan College Encore Program (505) 566-3214.Mondays-ThursdaysLine dancing classes, Jamboree Mondays, 2-3:30 p.m. Transition Tuesdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Advance Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Intermediate Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 599-1380.AztecTuesdaysBook Club, 10 a.m. Held every second Tuesday of the month, Aztec Public Library, 319 S. Ash St. Free. Copies of each title are available for checkout with a library card. Register at the library. Details: (505) 334-7657.ThursdaysBingo, pool and cards, 9:30 a.m. Aztec Senior Center, 101 S. Park Ave. Details: (505) 334-2881.Story Time, 10 a.m. Aztec Library, 319 S. Ash Ave. Free. Story time includes reading books, songs, finger-puppet plays, movement activities and craft. Details: (505) 334-7657 or www.azteclibrary.org.FridaysKaraoke, 8 p.m. Aztec VFW, 201 S. Park Ave.BloomfieldMondaysThe Aztec Quilting Bee, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Free with annual membership. Monthly meeting every third Monday in the event room. Details: Levita (505) 947-0942.Basketball Open Gym, 5-8 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. $2 drop-in or Fitness Membership. Ages 16 and up. Details: (505) 632-8315.Strength and Conditioning, 6-7 p.m. $2 or Fitness Membership. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.TuesdaysSalmon Ruins board of directors meeting, 6 p.m. Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 U.S. Highway 64. Meeting is every fourth Tuesday. Details: (505) 632-2013, salmonruins.education@gmail.com.WednesdaysMorning Storytime, 10:30–11 a.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St., Come enjoy a story and craft every Wednesday. Details: (505) 632-8315.Basketball Open Gym, 5–8 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. $2 drop-in or Fitness Membership. Ages 16 and older. Details: (505) 632-8315.Strength and Conditioning, 6–7 p.m. $2 or fitness membership. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.ThursdaysBloomfield Book Club meeting, 3 p.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Every third Thursday. Details: (505) 632-8315.Genealogy Night, 6 – 7 p.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Free. Mingle and share as you uncover details of your ancestry. Every first Thursday. Details: (505) 632-8315.List your event on Farmington Events CalendarEvent listings are updated daily on www.tricityrecordnm.com. The deadline is 3 p.m.Event listings are limited in length. You will not be able to list your event in this form if you exceed this limit or fail to complete the form below. Listings also may be submitted by email to events@tricityrecordnm.com, but must contain the information listed on the form below, and in the same order.Listings are published at the prerogative of the calendar editor and may be edited for punctuation, clarity and length and to eliminate tasteless material.]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Beyond the bid: San Juan County junior livestock show supports students in agriculture</title>
        <description>Buyers pay premium prices for livestock in support of showmanship and yearlong work</description>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Buyers pay premium prices for livestock in support of showmanship and yearlong workJosiah Keating, of Clever Clovers 4H, walks his 247-pound grand champion market swine, which sold for $11,000 at the San Juan County Fair junior livestock sale on Saturday. (Alx Lee/Tri-City Record)Alx LeeThe sounds of auctioneer yells and audience participation could be heard inside the Memorial Coliseum on Saturday during the junior livestock sale at San Juan County Fair.The sale put student showmanship on display as buyers from families and companies made bids to show their support of the work put into their livestock.Before the auction began, students who are entering their senior year or who had recently graduated were recognized for their service to 4H or FFA.High school seniors stand together to be recognized during the junior livestock show at San Juan County Fair on Saturday. (Alx Lee/Tri-City Record)Alx LeeStarting the auction were the animals that placed as grand champion or reserve grand champion in their categories, including market turkey, market beef, market lamb and market goat.Josiah Keating, of Clever Clovers 4H, brought his grand champion market swine into the show ring, weighing 247 pounds. It was bought for $11,000 by FHI.Claudia Preator, of La Plata Blue Ribbon 4H, sold her 1,212 pound grand champion market steer for $15.50 a pound to RJ Energy.Further into the auction, Bralylon Frazier, of Shiprock 4H, walked away selling his 1,084-pound market beef at $20 a pound to FHI.Dylan Thompson, of Aztec FFA, also sold his market beef for $20 a pound to FHI. The steer weighed 1,328 pounds and is a class champion.Jeremy Foster, FHI chief operation officer and bidder, said the company has supported the auction for four years and has always looked for the showmanship and dedication in the kids when deciding to bid.“All summer long, or all year long, whether it’s steers, goats, sheep – doesn’t matter, they have a job everyday,” he said. “They gotta wake up, they learn responsibilities, budgeting. So us coming out here and supporting this is just a way of trying to reward them.”The largest steer purchased that night was 1,602 pounds and entered the ring with Maximus Stock, of Levi & Calico 4H, who sold it for $7 a pound to Lucille Jones. Jones would only bid for 1,300 pounds.The junior livestock show, Saturday at the Memorial Coliseum at the San Juan County Fair, highlighted student work that goes beyond the week of showmanship. (Alx Lee/Tri-City Record)Alx LeeIn the market lamb and goat categories, the highest bids included $5,750 by C&J Manufacturing for a 68-pound Division 2 champion goat from Eva Williams, of Los Rancheros 4H, and $4,500 by San Juan Regional for a 138-pound market lamb, entered by Jaxon Warren of Kirtland FFA.Roots Home Healthcare placed several bids that afternoon including $3,900 for a 208-pound market swine from Kassidy Garcia, of Kirtland FFA, and $4,000 for a 53-pound market goat from Abigail Arviso, of Dreamweavers 4H.Tom Nystrom, owner of Roots Home Healthcare, said the bids made that day were all is support of the students.“You don’t pay three times market price, 200 times market price, for an animal because you want the animal – you’re not doing it for the meat, you’re helping the kids out,” he said.In conversations with other bidders, Nystrom said that often times the animals are donated or butchered, with the meat being distributed to employees.For members of the Nystrom family, who have been buyers for over seven years, the livestock auction has sentimental value with it being a source of income historically.“I raised my kids in 4H, and we didn’t have a lot of means at that time,” said Nystrom. “It’s just a fairly high-paying sale for a lot.”Now as a bidder, he said he also will pay for livestock from those students involved with Shiprock or Kirtland clubs because of the connections he has made with those families.A student that day, according to Nystrom, had recently loss their father in the previous year, and that was a family he wanted to support in sales.alee@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Higher Education Department concludes capital outlay tours</title>
        <description>Members will evaluate project requests and develop recommendations</description>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Members will evaluate project requests and develop recommendationsThe New Mexico Higher Education Department has concluded its annual summer capital outlay tours that included San Juan College on July 28. Brad Ryan/ Tri-City Record, FileThe New Mexico Higher Education Department has concluded its annual summer capital outlay tours and hearings, bringing together higher education leaders, state officials and members of the Higher Education Capital Outlay Committee to evaluate critical infrastructure needs at colleges and universities across the state.According to the NMHED, a combined $301.2 million was presented by public colleges, universities, tribal colleges and special schools during the hearings.That state funding request proposed is for capital projects to support modern learning environments, improve campus infrastructure, expand capacity, address deferred maintenance and demolition of facilities across the state’s higher education system.Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez and members of the Higher Education Capital Outlay Committee, including Chairman Luis Campos, traveled throughout the state to tour completed capital projects and hear presentations on future infrastructure priorities.Tours included Albuquerque, Crownpoint, Farmington, Gadsden, Gallup, Grants, Portales, Ruidoso and Shiprock, with hearings hosted by Central New Mexico Community College, Eastern New Mexico University, Navajo Technical University, New Mexico State University and San Juan College.“These annual tours give us the opportunity to see firsthand how capital investments are transforming campuses and creating better learning environments for students across New Mexico,” said Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez. “Meeting directly with campus leaders and students allows us to better understand their long-term infrastructure needs and develop funding recommendations that will strengthen higher education for generations to come.”The department will evaluate project requests and develop recommendations for consideration by the executive and legislative branches during the statewide capital outlay process.Over the course of the statewide tour, committee members visited completed projects and met with institutional leaders to discuss future capital priorities, helping ensure funding recommendations reflect the diverse infrastructure needs of campuses across New Mexico.“These hearings are a critical part of ensuring we make thoughtful, strategic investments in higher education infrastructure,” said Luis Campos, Chairman of the Higher Education Capital Outlay Committee. “By hearing directly from our institutions and seeing their facilities firsthand, we can better prioritize projects that improve campus safety, enhance the student experience and support New Mexico's long-term educational and workforce goals.”]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Navajo Technical students participate in Harvard research experience</title>
        <description>Program builds on career readiness in science fields</description>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Program builds on career readiness in science fieldsFrom left, Kathryn Hollar, Hunter Reidhead, Tori-Lynn Largo, Lynette Castillo, Teshi Begay, Elmer Guy, Karen Dan, Thiagarajan Soundappan, Casmir Agbaraji, Wayant Billey and Gaile Martin. Navajo Technical University student participants were recently part of the NTU’s PREM VENTURES, that provided advisers for academic and career pathways at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Courtesy photoSeven students from Navajo Technical University on Aug. 4 participated in the 10 week Harvard University Research Experience for Undergraduates program, an immersive initiative of collaboration with mentors, rigorous research projects and exploring long-term career opportunities in the sciences.The curriculum required students to design their own schedules within specific REU Research Areas under the supervision of faculty advisers and mentors. Alongside their laboratory work, the undergraduates engaged with the local community, toured regional innovation centers and explored the cultural landscape of the Cambridge area.Students also attended weekly training sessions designed to sharpen their professional communication skills, with a strong focus on manuscript preparation, personal narratives and data articulation.The summer experience concluded with students sharing their methodologies and outcomes with prominent faculty and peers during the formal REU symposium. They were joined by student researchers from other institutions including the University of Massachusetts, the University of New Mexico, Johns Hopkins University and Princeton University.Following the research sessions, panels composed of faculty and program alumni provided strategic guidance on entering graduate school and exploring various professional paths.The final research projects undertaken by the NTU students spanned diverse scientific inquiries:Teshi Begay, Tori-Lynn Largo and Hunter Reidhead led presentations on their study, “Native American Tea & Herb Bioactive Extraction and their Antimicrobial Effects,” which combined scientific analysis with a critical look at research ethics.Lynette Castillo compiled a comprehensive report, abstract and oral presentation detailing her scientific progress on “The chemistry and spectroscopy of turquoise – relevance to cultural history.”Gaile Martin offered novel perspectives on the dynamics of mechanically soft systems far from equilibrium with her project, “Fabricating passive flow devices with custom-built check valves.”Wayant Billey and Karen Dan focused on environmental monitoring in the Charles River, presenting their work on “Real-time spatial mapping of heavy metal contamination using a 3D printed electrochemical sensing boat.”Kathryn Hollar, Director of Community Engagement, said the program provides a dedicated avenue for training undergraduates across vital fields such as biomaterials, materials science, robotics, computer science, and energy and the environment, while helping them discover pathways to graduate school.“The program definitely is life-changing,” said Thiagarajan Soundappan, associate professor at NTU.He said the primary goal is to train and retain a diverse generation of professionals in materials science and engineering by fostering innovation and entrepreneurship throughout the entire community.]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>State announces $700 million in higher education improvements</title>
        <description>Leadership says investments are more than infrastructure improvements and will build student success for a stronger New Mexico</description>
        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:31:59 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Leadership says investments are more than infrastructure improvements and will build student success for a stronger New MexicoThe New Mexico Higher Education Department has announced a total of $700 million that will be invested into colleges and universities starting this fall that will be focused toward infrastructure and programming. Pictured is the Seal of the State of New Mexico inside the Roundhouse in 2024. Anna Padilla/for Source NM, FileNew Mexico will direct $700 million into college and university infrastructure starting this fall, according to the Higher Education Department, that will begin a multiyear roll out of capital outlay funding approved by the state Legislature.The investment will fund new labs, training facilities and campus upgrades at institutions statewide, the department said in a news release.Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed the funding package this year alongside new state infrastructure mechanisms that give colleges and universities a clearer, faster path to plan large scale projects.“When we invest in education, we invest in the long-term success of our state,” Grisham said. “These capital improvements will modernize facilities, expand capacity and create safer, more efficient learning environments that support student success for generations to come.”According to the Higher Education Department, since taking office Grisham has supported more than $2 billion in capital outlay funding for New Mexico public higher education institutions, special schools and Tribal colleges, representing one of the largest sustained investments in higher education infrastructure in the state’s history.“These investments are not just about building and renovating facilities and infrastructure,” said Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez. “They are about creating safe, efficient and high-quality learning environments where students can thrive.”Rodriguez said with New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship and Lottery Scholarship programs, these investments ensure that colleges and universities can enroll, educate and retain students who will earn degrees and credentials while strengthening the workforce.This year's Senate Bill 240, the Statewide Capital Outlay Projects bill, authorized more than $1.25 billion statewide for local infrastructure, public safety improvements and community projects, including $330.5 million dedicated to higher education institutions.Those investments will fund a wide range of projects across New Mexico, from ambulance training simulators at San Juan College to water treatment learning systems at Santa Fe Community College and numerous other facility improvements that support student success.Lawmakers also approved House Bill 248, the General Obligation Bond package, which will go before New Mexico voters this November. The bond proposal includes $391.8 million for senior center upgrades, academic, tribal and public library resource investments, and facility and infrastructure investments at higher education institutions throughout the state.Among the most significant investments is the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, the largest single state capital outlay investment in New Mexico history, according to the NMHED.During the 2026 legislative session, Gov. Grisham and the Legislature dedicated $546 million toward construction of the new facility, building on the $30 million appropriated in 2024 for planning and design. The project will help expand medical education capacity and strengthen New Mexico's healthcare workforce for decades to come.House Bill 8 also passed during the 57th Legislature, establishing the Higher Education Major Project Fund, a new funding source that supports large scale capital projects, student housing, student life and athletic projects at public higher education institutions, including tribal colleges, outside the traditional higher education capital outlay process.“Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's support of more than $2 billion in capital outlay funding demonstrates an unprecedented commitment to New Mexico's higher education system,” said Higher Education Department Chief of Staff Gerald Hoehne. “These investments are not simply about constructing or renovating buildings, they are strategic investments to help students succeed. Years of planning through our statewide capital outlay process have helped identify the projects that will have the greatest impact, creating modern learning environments that attract, educate and retain students while supporting the workforce needs of New Mexico for years to come.”alee@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>San Juan College student’s cancer research earns global recognition</title>
        <description>Personal question turns into award winning research</description>
        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:16:53 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Personal question turns into award winning researchAfter losing her uncle to stage four cancer, San Juan College student, June Loukinas, began research on simulated microgravity and it’s effect on chemotherapy that earned her second place at the International Science and Engineering Fair. (Courtesy photo)A research project that became an opportunity to turn curiosity, compassion and personal experience into scientific discovery has earned San Juan College student, June Loukinas, second place at the International Science and Engineering Fair.Her research explores whether simulated microgravity could improve the effectiveness of chemotherapy. After losing her uncle to stage four cancer, Loukinas began asking questions that would eventually take her from a local research lab to the international stage of scientific competition.Competing against more than 1,700 young scientists and engineers from around the world, Loukinas was recognized for her work in the Biomedical and Health Sciences category, one of the competition’s largest and most competitive areas.“It was a huge dream,” Loukinas said. “I was bawling my eyes out when I won.”As a SJC dual-credit student, Loukinas graduated with both her high school diploma and an associate degree in general education, demonstrating the opportunities available to students who pursue college coursework while still in high school.Loukinas developed skills in coding, engineering design and advanced mathematics while navigating the challenges of accessing specialized laboratory equipment and research facilities. Along the way, she found support through mentors and resources at SJC and partner institutions.Outside the laboratory, Loukinas serves as an ambassador for Dress a Girl Around the World, a nonprofit organization that creates handmade dresses for children worldwide.“I enjoy science, but I also enjoy doing something creative and fun now and then,” she said. “That’s another outlet for me.”This fall, she will continue her education at the University of Colorado Boulder through a five-year bachelor’s and master’s program focused on biology, aerospace engineering and bioastronautics. Her education is supported by the Daniels Fund Scholarship, a competitive full-ride scholarship recognizing leadership, character and commitment to community.For Loukinas, her experience at ISEF was about more than the award.“It was definitely humbling,” she said. “You’re talking to people from everywhere, and you see all these projects that are just incredible. It reminds you of the difference you can make in the world through scientific study.”Her advice to future researchers is simple: when you’re passionate, you will find the resources and outlets, or they’ll come to you.]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>From barn to banner: Students bring their best to San Juan County Fair livestock shows</title>
        <description>Young exhibitors explain the hours of work and heart that comes from competition</description>
        <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:15:54 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Young exhibitors explain the hours of work and heart that comes from competitionThe San Juan County Fair livestock shows were in full swing Wednesday, Aug. 12, as students entered the show ring for swine, lamb, goat and steer. (Alx Lee/Tri-City Record)The skills and dedication of raising livestock was on display Wednesday as students took to the show ring for the goat categories at the San Juan County Fair.Livestock shows highlight the student focus toward their animals that requires early mornings, late nights and setbacks in preparing for that moment.County fairs allow the community to look behind the scenes at the work behind agriculture, the New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association said in a news release ahead of the season.“A ribbon is awarded in a few minutes, but earning the chance to compete takes months,” said Tom Paterson, president of the New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association. “These young people learn that an animal must be fed and cared for every day, whether they are tired, busy, winning, or disappointed. That is responsibility in its most practical form.”Exhibitors learn record-keeping, budgeting, sportsmanship, and how to accept both success and disappointment with grace.Students stand with their lambs during a livestock show on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at the San Juan County Fair. (Alx Lee/Tri-City Record)Claudia Preator, junior from the La Plata community, stands with her steer, Fredrick, before the livestock show on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at the San Juan County Fair. (Alx Lee/Tri-City Record)For Claudia Preator, junior from the La Plata community, that real-world experience of the agriculture industry was losing thousands of dollars when she had to put down a steer this year.“He had a genetic condition which made him less strong – he had pendulum swinging leg – it’s a genetic from a bull that completely shuts them down,” she said.Preator said she is involved with 4-H and has worked with a Colorado adviser to learn more about her cattle and the trade.By being involved with 4-H or FFA, students said they learn confidence above all.Phallen Carlston, who was crowned grand champion in the division 3 market goat show and placed reserve for San Juan County bred, said her self-confidence has grown since showing.Carlston is a recent graduate of Kirtland Central High School and plans to study animal science while staying in San Juan County to also help students who want to get into the industry.Placing in several shows felt great to Carlston, who spent several late nights at the barn, working on showmanship, exercising her goats and investing in supplements.Yesenia Pedroza, junior at KCHS, said she also dedicates all her time during the week with her animals and working with them on exercises like walking them on a treadmill to build butt muscle.“If I’m lucky, I get two days off,” she said. “With rabbits, you’re clipping their nails, cleaning their cages, making sure they’re not getting coccidiosis, getting them fat and then turning that fat into muscle.”Pedroza placed in several shows for lamb and goat, received grand champion in showmanship at the poultry barn, grand champion for waterfowl and second for showmanship at the rabbit barn.New Mexico State University is the next step for Pedroza, who plans to study agriculture business.“The most meaningful way to tell a young person that agriculture matters is to show up,” Paterson said. “Walk through the livestock barn. Ask an exhibitor about the animal he or she raised. Sit in the stands. Bid at the sale if you can. A community’s presence tells these young people that their work – and their future – are worth investing in.”Craygen Lucero, senior at Bloomfield High School, prepares her steer, Jefferson, before his category at the San Juan County Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 12. (Alx Lee/Tri-City Record)Inside the steer barn, Craygen Lucero, senior at Bloomfield High School, was surrounded by family as she prepared Jefferson.It was the first year for Jefferson and the ninth year Lucero would be showing.“My family’s always been part of the 4H community,” she said. “I really enjoy the comfort that the animals have brought me.”With plans to pursue agriculture business after graduation, Lucero said she has gained responsibility in showing while also having grace in teachable moments that may feel like setbacks.“I’m excited to see how he does and see how the hard work has paid off,” she said about showing.Lucero said before that day she worked early mornings making sure her animals had clean stalls, enough feed, training and were happy.“Not every exhibitor will leave with a championship buckle,” Paterson said. “But every young person who learns to care for an animal, keep a commitment, help a competitor and return to the barn the next morning has accomplished something important. That is why county fairs matter.”alee@tricityrecordnm.comCraygen Lucero, senior at Bloomfield High School, brushes her steer, Jefferson, at the San Juan County Fair before the livestock show on Wednesday, Aug. 12. (Alx Lee/Tri-City Record)]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Best bets: Key events in Farmington, Bloomfield and Aztec</title>
        <description>Artwork by Karen Coy, pictured, is featured in a new exhibit, Dreams and Memories, now through Sept. 4 at the Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery. Courtesy San Juan College The San Juan College Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery...</description>
        <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:35:16 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Artwork by Karen Coy, pictured, is featured in a new exhibit, Dreams and Memories, now through Sept. 4 at the Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery. Courtesy San Juan CollegeThe San Juan College Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery is proudly presenting Dreams & Memories – Artwork by Karen Coy, now – Sept. 4.Painting has been an adventure of a lifetime for Coy. Raised in New Mexico, she conveys her innermost thoughts, emotions, dreams and memories through abstract expressionism and mystical landscapes. Carefully selecting elements of art, her final assemblage depicts her early sightings and travels across the world. They may also represent life’s roads as they contain unexpected twists and turns, leading to our own personal choices.With this current exhibit at the Henderson Fine Art Gallery, Coy hopes her paintings will inspire your own imagination and cherished memories.The Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery is open Monday through Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.For further information about this exhibit or other Gallery events, contact the Art Gallery at (505) 566-3464.See the Tri-City Record’s Calendar of Events for details on these and other events. To submit an event via email, send to events@tricityrecordnm.com.]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Tri-Cities Events Calendar: Things to do in northwestern New Mexico</title>
        <description>Skip Ewing, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Open Air Pavilion, McGee Park, at the 2026 San Juan County Fair. Courtesy Heather Conley Farmington Friday, Aug. 14 AARP Driver Safety, Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 8 a.m.-noon. 208 N....</description>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Skip Ewing, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Open Air Pavilion, McGee Park, at the 2026 San Juan County Fair. Courtesy Heather ConleyFarmingtonFriday, Aug. 14AARP Driver Safety, Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 8 a.m.-noon. 208 N. Wall St. $2 facility fee, $20 for AARP members, $25 for non-members. Course to refresh driving skills. Details: (505) 599-1380.Bingo at Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 1-3 p.m., 208 N. Wall St. $1 for two Bingo cards. Event open to seniors. Details: (505) 599-1380.Skip Ewing, 7:30 p.m., McGee Park at San Juan County Fairgrounds, 41 Rd 5568. Skip Ewing live in concert. Free with paid fair gate admission. Details: bandsintown.com/e/108657922Saturday, Aug. 15Teen Voices registration for Footloose the Musical: Youth Edition. $75 per participant. Registration for the fall production, including performance roles and technical theatre slots for backstage crew work, lighting, sound and stage management. Performances are Oct. 1-3. Ages 12-18. Details: farmingtonnm.gov/HMAcademy.Sew to the Runway! with Jolonzo Goldtooth, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College, 5101 College Blvd. Free. Transform your creativity into wearable art through Indigenous fashion workshops. Details: tinyurl.com/3pdtr832, (505) 566-3112 or thebigidea@sanjuancollege.edu.Farmington Growers Market Summer Season, 8 a.m. – noon, Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Saturdays through Oct. 31. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.com.Saturday Dance at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 6-9 p.m. 208 N. Wall Ave. $3 per person. Details: (505) 599-1380.Summer Terrace Concert Series, 6–7:30 p.m. Farmington Museum terrace, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Live music featuring Ga Greine. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. (505) 599-1174 or FarmingtonMuseum.org.Tuesday, Aug. 18Farmington Growers Market, summer season Tuesday Market, 4-6 p.m., Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Tuesdays July 7 through Oct. 13. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.comSan Juan County Federation of Democratic Women, 11:30 a.m., Red Lobster. Interested people are invited. Details and RSVP: Lela Holmes at (505) 860-5595 or lelaholmes1788@gmail.comWednesday, Aug. 19Jazz Jams at Orchard Park, 7 – 9 p.m., Orchard Park on Main Street. Free. Shows will take place Wednesdays throughout July and August. Bring a chair, enjoy local jazz and/or jam with the group! Details: (505) 320-0615, nwnmac1@gmail.com or nwnmac.org.“Spain and the World War That Resulted in the Independence of the United States,” 6 p.m., Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. Free. Program by Thomas Chavez, PhD. presented by SJC Historical Society, Desert Gold DAR, Aztec Museum. Details: (505) 334-9829.San Juan Symphony season tickets, now available in Farmington and Durango, 8 a.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center at San Juan College. Adult: $130, Senior: $95, Student: $40. First-time subscribers receive 25% off in Farmington. Join the symphony shows for this milestone season: Larger than Life. Details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.Republican Party of San Juan County Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., No Worries Sports Bar at the airport. Free, Dutch treat meeting. Guest Speaker will be Matt Pahl of Pacific Fusion. Details: Mike Tillman (505) 215-0522.Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m., every Wednesday, Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park. Free. Bring lunch and binoculars and enjoy watching birds and wildlife from Nature Center windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Democratic Friends Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Sun Ray Casino. Free; just buy your lunch. Catch up on events and enjoy conversation with other Democrats. Details: Linda Corwin at lindacor@earthlink.net.Thursday, Aug. 20Executive Committee meeting, 4:30 p.m., 333 E. Main St. Free. Discussion of the County Fair experience, planning for future events. Details: Linda Corwin at lindacor@earthlink.net.Friday, Aug. 21The Commodores live in concert, doors, 6:30 p.m.; Show 8 p.m., Northern Edge Navajo Casino, 2752 Indian Service Road 36. The Commodores bring an unforgettable night of soul and R&B featuring decades of chart-topping favorites. Tickets start at $60, available at the gift shop or tinyurl.com/mts5uvy4. Details: (505) 960-7000 or www.northernedgecasino.com/entertainment.Board Games and Trivia Night, 6-8 p.m., Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. $5 early registration, $10 day of event. Challenge friends and family to board games and trivia. Details: (505) 599-1184.Filmmakers Meetup with Zia Drone Operations, 6 p.m., The Totah Theater, 315 W. Main St. Free. Network with local filmmakers, learn about drones, bring contact info to share. Details: https://www.filmfourcorners.org/.Saturday, Aug. 22LOCASH live in concert, doors 6:30 p.m.; show 8 p.m., Northern Edge Navajo Casino, 2752 Indian Service Road 36. Country hitmakers LOCASH bring their high-energy sounds and hits for an unforgettable summer concert experience. Tickets start at $60, available at the gift shop or www.etix.com/ticket/p/56769791/locash-upper-fruitland-northern-edge-navajo-casino. Details: (505) 960-7000, northernedgecasino.com/entertainment.Farmington Growers Market Summer Season, 8 a.m. – noon, Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Saturdays through Oct. 31. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.com.Saturday Dance at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 6-9 p.m. 208 N. Wall Ave. $3 per person. Details: (505) 599-1380.Summer Terrace Concert Series, 6–7:30 p.m. Farmington Museum terrace, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Live music featuring Chokecherry Jam. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. (505) 599-1174 or FarmingtonMuseum.org.Sunday, Aug. 23San Juan Chorale rehearsals, 3-5 p.m. Bethany Christian Church, 30th and Butler streets. Free. Rehearsals for Beethoven’s “Mass in C” Op. 86. Details: Contact Linda Edwards at (505) 325-7232 or lindae680@gmail.com.Tuesday, Aug. 25Dugan Production Corporation Blood Drive, 6:30-10:30 a.m. Dugan Production Corporation, 4100 W. Piedras. Free. Give blood and save lives at the Bloodmobile. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Piedra Vista High School Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Piedra Vista High School, 5700 College Blvd. Free. Come through the office and give blood in the choir room. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Farmington Growers Market, summer season Tuesday Market, 4-6 p.m., Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Tuesdays July 7 through Oct. 13. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.comWednesday, Aug. 26Jazz Jams at Orchard Park, 7 – 9 p.m., Orchard Park on Main Street. Free. Shows will take place Wednesdays throughout July and August. Bring a chair, enjoy local jazz and/or jam with the group! Details: (505) 320-0615, nwnmac1@gmail.com or nwnmac.org.San Juan Symphony season tickets, now available in Farmington and Durango, 8 a.m., Henderson Fine Arts Center at San Juan College. Adult: $130, Senior: $95, Student: $40. First-time subscribers receive 25% off in Farmington. Join the symphony shows for this milestone season: Larger than Life. Details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.Piedra Vista High School Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Piedra Vista High School, 5700 College Blvd. Free. Come through the office and give blood in the choir room. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m., every Wednesday, Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park. Free. Bring lunch and binoculars and enjoy watching birds and wildlife from Nature Center windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Saturday, Aug. 29Farmington Growers Market Summer Season, 8 a.m. – noon, Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Saturdays through Oct. 31. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.com.Summer Terrace Concert Series, 6–7:30 p.m. Farmington Museum terrace, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Live music featuring Dzaki Sukarno. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. (505) 599-1174 or FarmingtonMuseum.org.Girl Scout Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., San Juan College Student Center, Suns Lounge Room 1608, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Come and see what Girl Scouts is all about! Registration is available at the event. Details: (505) 343-1040, customercare@nmgirlscouts.org or www.nmgirlscouts.org.Sunday, Aug. 30Hills Church Blood Drive, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Hills Church, 5101 N. Dustin Ave. Free. The community is invited to give blood and save lives in the Bloodmobile. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Monday, Aug. 31Saving Lives Service Project Blood Drive, 4-7:30 p.m. Cultural Hall at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1310 E. 25th St. Free. Young Single Adult Group invites you to join them in saving lives for their Family Home Evening project. Appointments: vitalant.org or 1-877-258-4825.Tuesday, Sept. 1Farmington Growers Market, summer season Tuesday Market, 4-6 p.m., Farmington Museum Gateway Park, 3041 E. Main St. Fresh local produce, flowers, meats and more. Scheduled Tuesdays July 7 through Oct. 13. Details: fmntgrowersmarket@gmail.comSaturday, Sept. 5Fiber Arts Meetup, 10 a.m. – noon, The Big Idea Makerspace at San Juan College, 5101 College Blvd. Free. Bring your current project. Ages 12-plus; if under 18 bring an adult. Details: (505) 566-3112 or thebigidea@sanjuancollege.edu.Saturday, Sept. 12Dining with the dead, Greenlawn Cemetery. Historical reenactment featuring a BBQ dinner and a tour with costumed guides to meet the area’s early pioneers. Tickets go on sale July 6 at Howard’s Cleaners, Artifacts and riodelsolkiwanis.com. Details: (505) 325-5931 or (505) 860-5165.An Octet For All Ages, presented by the San Juan Symphony Beyond the Concert Hall Chamber Music Series, featuring SJS Concertmaster Lauren Avery, plus student musicians. 2 p.m., Connie Gotsch Theater at San Juan College. $30 Adult, $10 Student. Join an expanded San Juan Symphony String Quartet for the Phantasy Quintet by Ralph Vaughan-Williams. Details: www.sanjuansymphony.org.Saturday, Sept. 1946th annual Walkathon, benefiting the San Juan Medical Foundation, 7:30-10 a.m. Locke Street Eats. Registration and details: sanjuanmedicalfoundation.com.3rd annual Navajo Song & Dance, 1-6 p.m., Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Cultural event featuring live performances by the Tódi Neesh Zhee Singers, two-step and skip dances, artisan vendors, and food. Free. Details: (505) 566-3321 or facebook.com/sjcnac.Wednesday, Sept. 23Ms. Indigenous Pageant, 6 p.m. Henderson Performance Hall, San Juan College Native American Center, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Vibrant celebration of Native American student culture, traditions and ancestral heritage, featuring displays of traditional artistry, skills and contemporary talents. Details: Native American Center at (505) 566-3321 or NAC@sanjuancollege.edu.Friday, Sept. 25Balloon Glow 2026, 5:30 p.m., San Juan College, Graduation Plaza. Free. Enjoy food, live entertainment, games, face painting, and more! Free and fun for all ages Details: sjcboxoffice.universitytickets.com.Wednesday, Oct. 14Women’s Cancer Awareness Luncheon and Style Show, benefiting the San Juan Medical Foundation’s Cathy Lincoln Memorial Cancer Fund, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Farmington Civic Center. $50. Tickets go on sale on Oct. 1. Details: (505) 609-6813.AztecFriday, Aug. 14Music at the Museum, featuring The Jeff Solon Swing'n Big Band, 7 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave. Free. Join in for classic Swing & Jazz in the Pioneer Village. Enter through west gate. Details: call (505) 334-9829.Saturday, Aug, 15American Legion Post 9 meeting, 10 a.m., Aztec Presbyterian Church, 205 N. Church St. Free. Monthly meeting of the American Legion San Juan Post 9. All veterans welcomed! Details: jansnewlife52@gmail.com.Sunday, Aug. 16“The Sheep Industry of Territorial New Mexico,” by author Jon M. Wallace, 6 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave. Free. Enjoy this program on the importance of N.M.'s historical sheep industry. Pioneer Village opens 4:30 p.m. Information: call (505) 334-9829 or follow the museum on Facebook for latest.Friday, Aug. 21Open Mic, 6 – 8 p.m., Feat of Clay Art Co-op, 222 N. Main, Aztec. Free. Open Mic: poetry, music, writings. Come share or just listen. Details: Featofclayaztec.com or (505) 333-4312.Thursday, Sept. 10Aztec's Old Soreheads: Pour Decisions Fundraiser, 4 – 7:30 p.m., Leanor de San Juan Wine Bar, 200 S. Main Ave. $15 per person donation requested, benefiting the Aztec Museum Association. Meet this year's Soreheads nominees and mingle. Beverage purchases separately. Details: (505) 334-9829.Friday, Sept. 11Music at the Museum, featuring Zia Chicks, 7 p.m., Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Ave. Free. Join the community in the Pioneer Village for live music. Enter through west gate behind museum. Details: call (505) 334-9829.Saturday, Sept. 19Something Nifty on 550, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., N. Main Avenue Extension. Free to Public. A vintage, antique and resale market. Details: aztecchamber.com/calendar/.Friday, Sept. 25Health Seminars, 5:30 p.m., Aztec SDA Church, 240 Heritage Lane. Free. Seminars by Dr. Marcum include: When the Heart Attacks, Reversing Diabetes, Brain Toxins and more. 5:30 p.m. session.Saturday, Sept. 26Health Seminars, 5:30 p.m., Aztec SDA Church, 240 Heritage Lane. Free. Seminars by Dr. Marcum include: When the Heart Attacks, Reversing Diabetes, Brain Toxins and more. Sessions at 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.Friday, Oct. 2Sip & Support benefiting Four Corners Wolf Dog Rescue Sanctuary, 5:30 p.m., 116 S. Main St. $10. Connect, collaborate and give back benefiting the Four Corners Wolf Dog Rescue in Aztec. Details: https://aztecchamber.com/calendar/.BloomfieldThursday, Sept. 17Southwest Pottery & Kiln Conference, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free with museum entry or $10 registration. Demonstrations, prehistoric and historic styles, hands-on crafts, after-hours events, Mata Ortiz show. Conference Sept. 17-20. Details: https://www.swkiln.com/.Friday, Sept. 18Mata Ortiz Pottery Show, 3 – 7 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free. Music, snacks and beverages for sale. Unique styles for gifts and collections, handmade. Details: https://salmonruins.com/events.html.Saturday, Sept. 19Mata Ortiz Pottery Show, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 Hwy 64, Bloomfield. Free with museum entry. Last chance, part of Southwest Kiln Conference, featuring unique handmade ceramics for gifts or collections Details: https://salmonruins.com/events.html, salmonruins.education@gmail.com or (505) 632-2013.New MexicoSaturday, Sept. 54th annual Valley of the Mills Tour, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Houser Raspberry Ranch NM-442 and NM-518, Mora. Free. Unplug and explore the historic mills of Northern New Mexico – free family fun all Labor Day Weekend. Details: https://tinyurl.com/573xw9wfSunday, Sept. 64th annual Valley of the Mills Tour, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Houser Raspberry Ranch NM-442 and NM-518, Mora. Free. Unplug and explore the historic mills of Northern New Mexico – free family fun all Labor Day Weekend. Details: https://tinyurl.com/573xw9wfSaturday, Oct. 31Libros of Enchantment: The 2026 SouthWest Writers Book Fiesta, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., University of New Mexico Continuing Education Center, 1634 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque. $25/person includes access to the entire event, as well as continental breakfast and a box lunch. A first-ever book fair uniting readers and authors. Meet authors/readers, buy/sell books. Details: bookfiesta@swwriters.com, (505) 830-6034 or www.swwbookfiesta.com/MondaysBridge, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex studio 10 room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Pinochle, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Funday Mondays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Free. Fun games, crafts and educational activities for the whole family. Details: (505) 599-1400.Arts and crafts for kids, 3 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. For ages 6-12. Details: (505) 566-2480.Walking Club, 5:30 p.m. Boyd Park, 700 S. Miller Ave. Walk together for better health.Youth and adult group counseling, 6-7 p.m. Capacity Builders, 2200 Bloomfield Highway, Farmington. Free. Group sessions provided alternate between youth and adult meetings. Contact for location. Details: (505) 278-7789, ext. 118, BHSD@capacitybuilders.info.Farmington Composite Squadron meeting, 6:30 p.m. Four Corners Regional Airport, 1296 Navajo St. Learn more about the Civil Air Patrol and meet members. Details: (505) 215-3097, info@nmcap.us.Tai Chi for all abilities, 10-11 a.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Join instructor Gram Davis for Tai Chi! Open to all abilities, and no registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Adaptive Sports, 11 a.m. – noon, Farmington Recreation Center, 1101 Fairgrounds Rd. Free. The drop-in program is open to ages 18+ and will feature a different activity each week: putt-putt golf, pickleball, obstacle course, and more. Adaptive Sports empowers athletes with physical, sensory, or cognitive challenges to stay active, build confidence, and connect through tailored activities. Details: (505) 599-1184.Family storytime, 10 a.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A cozy family story hour with books, songs and shared moments that build early literacy and connection. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.TuesdaysTuesday Morning Birders, 8 a.m. Riverside Nature Center, North Browning Parkway. Free. Join a group of beginning and experienced birders to view the over 150 bird species observed at Berg and Animas Parks.Crafty Ladies, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. $5. Crafty ladies who enjoy making a different craft each week. Preregistration required. Details: (505) 566-2256.Writing Class, 9:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Friends share ideas, write books, poems and short stories. Details: (505) 566-2256.Family Storytime, 10 a.m. Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. A cozy family story hour with books, songs and shared moments that build early literacy and connection. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Quilting & Sewing, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex studio room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Join others to socialize while working on individual projects. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Retired Educators of San Juan County, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. No Worries Bar & Grill, 1298 W. Navajo St. Former teachers, administrators, bus drivers, custodians, librarians and central office staff invited, every second Tuesday of the month. Details: marilyn_montoya@yahoo.com or (505) 330-4811.San Juan County Rotary Club meeting, noon to 1 p.m. 801 N. Municipal Dr. Details: (505) 320-9424.Hooks and Needles, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Participate in crocheting and needlepoint projects. All skill levels welcome. Supply your own materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Youth Kickball, 4 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center Harv Henry Gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Details: (505) 566-2480.Four Corners Chess Club, 5-7 p.m., upstairs from Mary’s Kitchen at San Juan College, west of the library. Players of all levels, from beginner to expert, are welcome. This club is hosted in partnership with Encore.NAMI Connection recovery support group, 6 p.m. Northside Church of Christ library, 401 W. 20th St. Free. A free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Meets every second Tuesday.Community Line Dancing Classes, 6–7:30 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. All ages and skill levels welcome. Details: (505) 566-2480.Marine Corps League Detachment 736 monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m. Contact for location. The group meets on the first Tuesday of the month. Details: (505) 860-9971.Four Corners Old Car Club, 6:30 p.m. The club meets every third Tuesday of the month. The club meets at First Presbyterian Church 865 N. Dustin Ave. October through April and at various other location May through September. Details: Richard Fassler (505) 716-7100.HIIT/Circuit Training Class, 7 p.m. Forge Fitness, 915 N. Farmington Ave., Suite K. Your first class is free. Come learn how to use weights and cardio to improve your health. Details: Adrian (602) 781-4003 or https://bit.ly/3Nl6uIdTween topics, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A weekly choose‑your‑own‑adventure mix of crafts, gaming, coding and tech exploration for ages 8–12. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Teen takeover, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A creative hangout for ages 13–18 featuring rotating activities including crafts, games, tech‑art projects and Books or Bites. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Games and goodies, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A family-friendly gaming hour with options for all ages, plus snacks and a lively, relaxed atmosphere. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Two Dollar Tuesday Special, 6 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Farmington Aquatic Center. All entry is $2.WednesdaysMindfulness Group, 10:30-11:30 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, Annex Sun Room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Join us for quiet reflection as we cultivate awareness and reduce stress in this Mindfulness Group. Details: FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSCSew Sew Quilters, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Toddler Playdate, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed for families with young children to develop early motor skills and find playmates. Details: (505) 599-1424.Navajo Bible Study, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Bible study covers traditional Scriptures and singing in the Navajo language. Details: (505) 566-2256..Beadwork, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Join others to socialize while working on individual projects in this Native American art style. Supply your materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Arts and crafts for kids, 3:30 p.m. Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. For ages 6-12. Details: (505) 566-2480.After-school Art Attack!, 3:30-4:30 p.m. E3 Children’s Museum, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Kids ages 6 and up get creative making art projects. Details: (505) 599-1424.San Juan Fly Fishing Federation, 7 p.m. Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. Free to guests; $15 annual family membership. Bring your advice, share your techniques, meet other anglers every third Wednesday. Details: (505) 320-4238 or SJFFF505@gmail.com.Brown Bag Birding, noon – 1 p.m. every Wednesday. The group meets at Riverside Nature Center, Animas Park, Farmington. Free. Bring your lunch and binoculars to watch birds and wildlife from windows. Details: dhthatcher39@gmail.com.Youth dodgeball, 4 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center gym, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. Put your game face on and come have some fun playing dodgeball. No registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Untangled threads, 4 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A weekly craft circle for knitting, crochet, embroidery and more; bring your own supplies and enjoy conversation with fellow makers. Free. Contact (505) 599-1270.ThursdaysBaby Storytime, 10 a.m. Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. Free. A gentle, nurturing session for infants and caregivers featuring simple songs, movement and early stories. Details: (505) 599-1270.Mahjong, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Bible Study, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex room, 109 E. La Plata St. Free. Bible study covers traditional Scriptures and fellowship. Details: (505) 599-1380.Farmington Rio del Sol Kiwanis weekly meeting, noon, No Worries at Farmington Airport, 1298 W. Navajo St. We welcome visitors and new members. Details: riodelsolkiwanis.com or (505) 860-5165.Simply Science, 3:30-4:30 p.m. E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Get messy performing simple science experiments recommended for kids ages 6 and up. Details: (505) 599-1425.“S” is for Science, 10:30-11:45 a.m., E3 Children's Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. This is a STEAM to read, read to STEAM program. Each week will start with a story about a super cool, out-of-this-world scientist and end with fun hands-on activities. This program is perfect for ages 4 and up (if you have kiddos younger than 4 you can always come by and give it a try). For more information call E3 at (505) 599-1424.The Lord’s Pantry, 4:30 – 6 p.m. 117 E. Ute St. Free. This community resource provides assistance with food boxes, household items, clothing and soul nourishing. Details: (505) 325-1757.Communion and fellowship dinner, 5:30 p.m. Calvary Chapel Farmington, 6925 E. Main St. Enjoy dinner with congregation members the first Thursday of each month. Bring a side or dessert. Worship and Communion begin at 6:30 p.m.San Juan County Seed Savers and Permaculture meeting, 10 a.m. to noon, at the Nature Center near Browning Parkway, west of the big barn. Discuss gardening practices, prepare seeds for libraries and experiment with plant varieties. The group meets every second Thursday of the month.Art is for Everyone, noon, Sycamore Park Community Center. Artists of all abilities are invited to join in on the fun with local artist, Crystal Hazen, and The Arc. This class offers alternative ways to be creative, have fun, and communicate when words are limited. Free. Art shows are held on the last Friday of the month. Details: (505) 566-2480.All abilities dodgeball, 1 p.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Free. No registration required. Details: (505) 566-2480.Night at the library, 5 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. An evening of crafts, games, experiments and treats for families looking for relaxed, hands‑on fun. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.FridaysFriday movie & craft, 3:30 p.m., Farmington Public Library, 2101 Farmington Ave. A family movie screening followed by a themed craft, with popcorn and creative weekend energy. Free. Details: (505) 599-1270.Diamond Art Group, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Sew Sew Quilters, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex classroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Pinochle, 10 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex multipurpose room, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Friday Fun, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. E3 Children’s Museum and Science Center, 302 N. Orchard Ave. Free. Designed to allow preschoolers to explore art, music, reading and science concepts. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Details: (505) 599-1425.Mexican Train dominoes, 12:15 – 3:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 566-2256.Beadwork, 1 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex sunroom, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Socialize while working on projects in Native American style. Supply your materials. Details: (505) 566-2256.Support group and exercise class, 10-11 a.m., Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St. Join instructor Linda Fourr for an exercise class and support group specifically designed for those with Parkinson’s disease and other mobility challenges. Details: (505) 566-2480.BINGO, 1 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. $1. Enjoy an afternoon of BINGO, generally held every third Friday of the month. Details FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSC (505) 599-1380.SaturdaysCoffee and Cars, 8:30 a.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Parking Lot, 3030 E. Main St. Ste N. Free. Monthly meeting, every second Saturday, join fellow car enthusiasts, share your passion for cars. Details: www.northernnewmexicostreetrodders.com.Veterans Breakfast, 9 a.m. Purple Cow, 4420 Bloomfield Highway. Dutch meal. A breakfast for all veterans and guests every first Saturday. Details: americanlegion-farmington-nm.org.Republican Party of San Juan County Election Information, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. RPSJC Headquarters, 1206 E. 20th St. Free. Information on Republican candidates and voter registration. Details: Mike Tillman (505) 215-0522.Saturday night dance at Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 6 – 9 p.m., Bonnie Dallas Senior Center, 109 E. La Plata St. $3. Kick up your heels at the senior center’s Saturday Night Dances, taking place every second and fourth Friday night of the month. Details: FarmingtonNM.gov/BDSC or (505) 599-1380SundaysFarmington Writers Circle Meeting, 3 p.m. San Juan College West Classroom Complex study area. Free. The Farmington Writers Circle welcomes writers of all genres. Meets every third Sunday. Details: https://bit.ly/3HxUik2.Mondays, Wednesdays, FridaysSharQui Belly Dance Workout, 9 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Fees apply. Learn to belly dance and exercise in a fun, relaxing one-hour program. Details: (505) 566-2256. Register: San Juan College Encore Program, (505) 566-3214.Encore Exercise Class, 10:30 a.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Fees Apply. Low-impact exercise program for older adults. Details: (505) 566-2256. Register: San Juan College Encore Program (505) 566-3214.Mondays-ThursdaysLine dancing classes, Jamboree Mondays, 2-3:30 p.m. Transition Tuesdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Advance Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Intermediate Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Activity Center, 208 N. Wall Ave. Free. Details: (505) 599-1380.AztecTuesdaysBook Club, 10 a.m. Held every second Tuesday of the month, Aztec Public Library, 319 S. Ash St. Free. Copies of each title are available for checkout with a library card. Register at the library. Details: (505) 334-7657.ThursdaysBingo, pool and cards, 9:30 a.m. Aztec Senior Center, 101 S. Park Ave. Details: (505) 334-2881.Story Time, 10 a.m. Aztec Library, 319 S. Ash Ave. Free. Story time includes reading books, songs, finger-puppet plays, movement activities and craft. Details: (505) 334-7657 or www.azteclibrary.org.FridaysKaraoke, 8 p.m. Aztec VFW, 201 S. Park Ave.BloomfieldMondaysThe Aztec Quilting Bee, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Free with annual membership. Monthly meeting every third Monday in the event room. Details: Levita (505) 947-0942.Basketball Open Gym, 5-8 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. $2 drop-in or Fitness Membership. Ages 16 and up. Details: (505) 632-8315.Strength and Conditioning, 6-7 p.m. $2 or Fitness Membership. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.TuesdaysSalmon Ruins board of directors meeting, 6 p.m. Salmon Ruins Museum, 6131 U.S. Highway 64. Meeting is every fourth Tuesday. Details: (505) 632-2013, salmonruins.education@gmail.com.WednesdaysMorning Storytime, 10:30–11 a.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St., Come enjoy a story and craft every Wednesday. Details: (505) 632-8315.Basketball Open Gym, 5–8 p.m. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. $2 drop-in or Fitness Membership. Ages 16 and older. Details: (505) 632-8315.Strength and Conditioning, 6–7 p.m. $2 or fitness membership. Bloomfield Multicultural Center, 333 S. First St. Details: (505) 632-8315.ThursdaysBloomfield Book Club meeting, 3 p.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Every third Thursday. Details: (505) 632-8315.Genealogy Night, 6 – 7 p.m. Bloomfield Public Library, 333 S. First St. Free. Mingle and share as you uncover details of your ancestry. Every first Thursday. Details: (505) 632-8315.List your event on Farmington Events CalendarEvent listings are updated daily on www.tricityrecordnm.com. The deadline is 3 p.m.Event listings are limited in length. You will not be able to list your event in this form if you exceed this limit or fail to complete the form below. 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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Families, business and 4-H clubs participateKohl Harvey, 17, and Lionardo Nevarez, 16, both of Bloomfield, wore “cow patties” on their heads as part of the Cow Pattie Club team in Monday's outhouse races at the 2026 San Juan County Fair. (Debra Mayeux/Tri-City Record)There were 13 outhouses with toilet-themed names in the 2026 Outhouse Race on Monday at the San Juan County Fair.Kenny Reinhardt of Farmington built three of those outhouses specifically for the event. This became a hobby of his after competing in the race four years ago.“It’s a little time consuming, and when you pull them down the road people look at you like, ‘What the hell? That’s an outhouse on wheels,’” Reinhardt said.The wheels are one of the more difficult parts of the design, according to Reinhard, who said that is because the outhouse must roll through the traffic cones of an obstacle course.The races are set up as a team activity with five people per team. One person rides in an outhouse while the other four push it. At each obstacle, the person riding gets out to help push and another team member hops in.“Somebody has to be in it the whole time,” said Reinhardt, whose whole family now is involved in the races.His daughter Aubree Reinhardt was the team captain for Fart Factory, which was painted on the side of an outhouse built by her father.“Last year we won third place, and we got the loudest crowd,” Aubree said.Aubree Reinhardt of Farmington was the team captain for the Fart Factory in Monday's outhouse races at the 2026 San Juan County Fair. (Debra Mayeux/The Tri-City Record)There was a large group of 4-H youth involved in the races.Paislee Foster, 14, is a member of the Levi and Calico 4-H Club, and her team was named Herd of Turds. This was her fourth outhouse race.“It’s fun to go up against all of the other 4-H clubs,” Foster said.Leonardo Nevarez, 16, of Bloomfield, was participating in his first race on the Cow Pattie Club team.“I’m excited, but I’m nervous too,” he said.There were 10 kid teams and three adult teams that competed.The adult first-place winner was Just Drop a Load. The kid first-place winner was Herd of Turds OG, and the second-place kid winner was Herd of Turdettes.The Best Outhouse by crowd choice was Too Fart Too Furious.dmayeux@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>San Juan United Way gives Farmington woman a car</title>
        <description>Nonprofit recognizes community members at awards luncheon</description>
        <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Nonprofit recognizes community members at awards luncheonVince Moffitt, left, through United Way gave one of Basin Health Companies' fleet vehicles to Frieda Lewis of Farmington during the Wednesday United Way Awards luncheon at the Farmington Civic Center. (Debra Mayeux/Tri-City Record)Freida Lewis of Farmington has been trying to get on her feet with the help of People Assisting the Homeless (PATH) but she also has been struggling with transportation insecurity.Without a vehicle she was unable to work a second job that would help her income and provide her with more stability in life.San Juan United Way, through a new program called Driving Towards Stability, was able to partner with Basin Health Companies to provide Lewis with her new-to-her car.“I just want to say thank you that there are community leaders of people that care enough to take care of people like me,” Lewis said during the first United Way Awards luncheon Wednesday at the Farmington Civic Center.“It’s going to mean everything for me, because I’m going to start a second job,” Lewis said, adding without the car she would not have had transportation to that job.Lewis, who works at Long John Silvers, said she doesn’t know where she would be without PATH or the power of faith.“I always pray. I pray before I eat. I pray when I go to sleep and when I wake up,” she said.San Juan United Way award winnersVolunteer of the Year: Martia Glass, of the Court Appointed Special Advocate Program. Community Leadership Award: Alyssa Begay, member of the Farmington Municipal Schools board. Community Collaborator Award: Estevan Rodriguez, of PMS and JIP program. Emerging Community Leader: Destiny Lee, of the Sheep Springs Community Center. Compassionate Community Care Award: Cheri Floyd, the housing assistance supervisor with San Juan County Partnership. Catalyst for Change Award: Jeremy Gathings, of Gathings Farm in Bloomfield. Excellence in Community Award: Patricia LaMone, a community service coordinator with San Juan Health Partners.211 Business Award: M&R Services. Business Advocate of the Year Award: Jamie Church, president and CEO of the Farmington Chamber of Commerce.211 Emergency Management Award: San Juan County Communication Authority.211 Public Safety Award: San Juan County Sheriff’s Behavioral Health Deputy David Smith. Alice Workplace Champion Award: Monica Schultz, owner of Chile Pod in Farmington. Alice Advocacy Champion Award: Vince Moffitt, CEO of Basin Health Companies. Alice Trailblazer Award: Barbara Tedrow, owner of Gold Star Academy. Community Advancement Award: Roberta Roberts, director of the Sheep Springs Community Center. Case Manager of the Year Award: Paula Jackson, of San Juan County Partnership. Legacy Donor: Navajo Transitional Energy Company.The car, donated from the Basin Health Companies’ fleet, was an answer to her prayers.Vince Moffitt, CEO of Basin Health Companies and United Way board member, went to the nonprofit organization with the idea of donating a car to someone in need.“There’s so much need in this community,” Moffitt said, adding that he has sold his used fleet vehicles to his employees at discounted costs in the past.“We see people facing barriers. We have a major transportation issue in our county,” said Devin Long of the United Way.Nine individuals were nominated to receive a vehicle, and Long said their stories were “compelling and inspiring.”Long also helped organize the awards luncheon with Catherine Abeyta, executive director of San Juan United Way.“We believe it is a success, and we are proud to have gotten this done,” Abeyta said, adding it will become an annual event.The United Way accepted nominations in 17 different categories and recognized 17 individuals or businesses that are making differences in their communities through work or volunteering.These were individuals who “are doing meaningful work” in the community, “often quietly and without recognition,” said Scott Michlin, vice president of the United Way board of directors. “To every nominee, someone saw your work and believed you deserved to be lifted up.”dmayeux@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>Update: Farmington Police identify rollover crash victim</title>
        <description>Vehicle discovered hours later</description>
        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:43:41 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Vehicle discovered hours laterFILE - Shown is a Philadelphia police car with flashing lights in Philadelphia, Monday, Jan. 17, 2022. Police departments reported a year-over-year increase in sworn officers in 2023 for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began and since the 2020 police killing of George Floyd spurred nationwide protests and increased scrutiny of police, according to a survey released by the Police Executive Research Forum. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)Farmington Police have identified a Farmington man, who died in a single-vehicle crash on Pinon Hills Boulevard on Tuesday.Traydell Tyler, 21, rolled his vehicle at 4:45 a.m. Tuesday on the north side of Pinon Hills Boulevard just west of North Dustin Avenue, according to Farmington Police Department spokeswoman Shanice Gonzales.Tyler was ejected as the vehicle rolled down an embankment. He died at the scene, Gonzales said, adding the crash was not discovered until several hours later.dmayeux@tricityrecordnm.comEditor’s note: This story was updated at 9:53 p.m. Aug. 12 to include the name of the crash victim.]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>New information about Aztec UFO crash released</title>
        <description>North Carolina couple publishes third book about crash</description>
        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:59:44 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[North Carolina couple publishes third book about crashScott and Suzanne Ramsey are pictured on July 24 at their home in North Carolina with their new book “It Came to Earth at Aztec, New Mexico Revealed: The Recovery of a UFO,” which was published this year. (Courtesy photo)The truth is out there, and a North Carolina couple has worked for decades trying to uncover it.Scott and Suzanne Ramsey recently completed and released their third and final book about the purported Aztec UFO crash in March 1948. It is titled “It Came to Earth at Aztec, New Mexico Revealed: The Recovery of a UFO.”“It’s a chunk of a book at 418 pages,” Suzanne said in a telephone interview with the Tri-City Record. “It is very comprehensive look at everything we’ve gotten over the years.”A photo of the new Aztec UFO crash book published in 2026 by Scott and Suzanne Ramsey. CourtesyThe couple’s other books are “The Aztec Incident: Recovery at Hart Canyon,” published in January 2011, and “The Aztec UFO Incident: The Case, Evidence and Elaborate Cover-up of One of the Most Perplexing Crashes in History,” published in 2016.In those books, the Ramseys just put out the information they had at the time, Suzanne said, adding the new book has “a lot of stuff that’s new. We have more interviews. … There’s more information that we need to understand.”The information includes a “gadget” found at the crash site by Scott and analyzed through scientific testing.“We found an item at the crash site, and we are having it analyzed,” Scott said. “It’s been analyzed twice already, but we’re having it analyzed again.”An entire chapter, which includes color photos, was dedicated to the gadget in this new book.“We have a lot of colored photographs and diagrams,” Suzanne said.Scott Ramsey became interested in the UFO crash on a business trip to Farmington in the late 1980s. He was with a client testing a generator and overheard two men talking about their plans for Halloween weekend.“One was going to hunt in Hart Canyon, out by the old crash site,” Scott said. “I asked what crash type. They said it was an old wife’s tale that something crashed out there.”Scott asked for a map to the site and his research into the incident began.“Everything I dug up on it said it was hoax. I thought how can it be a hoax when nobody ever heard of it,” Scott said. “It was written off to be a hoax, with a paper trail behind it.”There were files on Aztec kept at Maxwell Air Force Base, but Inspection of Public Records Act requests either went unanswered, rejected or denied.“There’s some really juicy documents down there. … The FBI has an amazing amount of documents on Aztec. I’m hoping under this new Trump law they will free up a little more,” Scott said, adding he even made requests at the National Archives, but was told the documents were in Maryland not Washington, D.C.“When you start having people slam the door in your face when you say you want these operation reports,” Scott said, “and they say they are not releasable to the public, if this thing is a scam or a hoax why not? That keeps me going.”Scott helped the Aztec Library develop a UFO Symposium, which raised enough money to construct a new library, and that is how he met and married Suzanne.Her family moved to Aztec when she was young, because her mother had read about the UFO crash in the 1950 book “Behind the Flying Saucers” by Frank Scully.Incidentally, X-Files creator Chris Carter named character Dana Scully after Frank, and he wrote the Aztec crash into an episode.Carter also reportedly has read the Ramsey’s books.However, when the family arrived in Aztec no one would talk about the crash. “She started asking people, and people didn’t want to talk about it. She was so disappointed,” Suzanne said.The crash has been a topic that many feared discussing. “It was worse than talking politics, religion or sports,” Scott said.The Ramseys did get people to talk and many of those interviews are found in the book.“We’ve met a lot of wonderful people who shared their stories – some were scared too. It’s a topic that up until recently was off base,” Suzanne said, adding that many “of the witnesses who never met each other had the same terminology or description.”In the new book, “the story originates and is focused on Aztec, and there are parts of it with the documentation that take you all over the country,” Suzanne said, adding that after years of gathering information “we realize now that the world is more prepared for it.”The Ramsey’s believe that the Aztec UFO crash is “a very special piece of history,” that needs to shared.“We just put all our heart and soul into this book,” Suzanne said.For more information visit www.theaztecincident.com.dmayeux@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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        <title>San Juan County woman sentenced for house fire</title>
        <description>Judge hands down four-year sentence in second-degree felony arson case</description>
        <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:56:30 -0600</pubDate>
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        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Judge hands down four-year sentence in second-degree felony arson caseCecilia Rivera, 23, pleaded guilty to second-degree felony arson that caused nearly $500,000 in damages to a home on County Road 3950.A San Juan County woman received four years in the Department of Corrections for setting her boyfriend’s house on fire and killing his dog.Cecilia Rivera, 23, entered a plea agreement Feb. 12, admitting to a second-degree felony arson that caused nearly $500,000 in damages to a home on County Road 3950.Special Prosecutor Andrea Reeb requested the court sentence Rivera to five years in the Department of Corrections. This after the department did a 60-day evaluation of the woman.“I would go back to the evaluation where she denied starting the fire and was not truthful,” Reeb said, adding that Farmers Insurance estimated the damages to be $484,000.Both Reeb and Defense Attorney Tyson Quail told the court that Rivera needed long-term treatment.However, Quail was unsuccessful in setting that up. “I have not found a treatment facility that would accept Ms. Rivera,” he said.Rivera started the July 31, 2024, fire by dousing the master bedroom with Kingsford lighter fluid. She then left her boyfriend Chase Burson and his dog, Seaweed inside the home, according to court records.Burson suffered first- and second-degree burns on his “head, shoulders and back area,” and had to be given an “emergency tracheotomy” before being flown to UNM Hospital in Albuquerque for treatment of smoke inhalation and burns, the affidavit states.Seaweed died in the fire.Burson’s mother, Eva Burson spoke at the sentencing and asked for $10,000 in restitution.“It’s been a long road, a long fight,” Burson said.“The impact of these things is unimaginable,” District Judge Curtis Gurley replied.Rivera spoke during her sentencing saying that she would attempt to pay back the $10,000 if she was given a chance.“I’m very sorry for what happened. There’s no excuse for someone to act like that,” Rivera said. “It’s not in my nature to act like that.”Quail requested the court place Rivera on supervised probation, saying she had a “bad, horrible home life,” with very little family support and took responsibility by entering a plea.Judge Gurley said that he would follow the prosecutor’s recommendation and sentence Rivera to nine years in the Department of Corrections. He suspended five years of that sentence, so she will serve four years in prison, followed by five years of parole.The judge also recommended Rivera be placed in a facility that offered treatment.dmayeux@tricityrecordnm.com]]></content:encoded>
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