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Thursday, February 16, 2006
Coming Up
Forum To Discuss
Wildfire Dangers
A public forum to discuss issues related to the danger of a wildfire in the East Mountains will be held Wednesday at Los Vecinos Community Center in Tijeras.
Issues including preparing in advance for the expected active fire season as well as notification of residents and evacuation plans for people and pets will be discussed at the meeting, which begins at 7 p.m.
U.S. Forest Service officials will be on hand to provide the latest information on fire danger, and Bernalillo County Fire Chief Bett Clark will discuss plans for fighting a fire in the area.
The forum is sponsored by the East Mountain Coalition of Neighborhood and Landowner Associations and Bernalillo County Commissioner Michael Brasher.
Veterinarian To
Visit 4-H K-9 Club
The Torrance County 4-H K-9 Club will have a veterinarian as guest speaker Wednesday.
Laura Hady, DVM, will speak to the club at 6:30 p.m. at the Torrance County Fair building in Estancia. Hady will talk about canine care through different life stages and show a physical exam from the front to the back of the animal.
New Mexico Veterinary Medical Association executive director Tamara Spooner said Hady's appearance is part of the association's effort to encourage New Mexico student performance in math and science.
"During conversations I have hosted across New Mexico, it is clear that students need to be exposed to the practical success of learning math and science as being an integral part of becoming a veterinarian," Spooner said. "We are committed to supporting schools and organizations like 4-H in New Mexico by closing the achievement gap and ensuring that students see the need of math and science for every child to succeed."
The 4-H K-9 Club meets weekly on Wednesday nights. For more information call Kim Banales at 384-1345.
Re-Seeding Topic
Of Workshop
A Range and Pasture Re-Seeding Workshop will take place at the Torrance County Fairgrounds building Feb. 23.
The session, hosted by the East Torrance Soil and Water Conservation District, will begin at 1 p.m. Topics will include plant selection, timing and depth; grass drill calibrations; and soils.
Participants are asked to confirm their attendance by calling 384-2272, extension 3.
Hunter Education
Class in Estancia
A New Mexico Hunter Education class will be taught in Estancia on Feb. 25 and 26.
The class will be held at Estancia High School, said John Harding, volunteer instructor for the state Department of Game and Fish.
The class is a comprehensive course in firearm safety, bow hunting, hunter responsibilities, wildlife identification and management, field survival and more. State law requires anyone under 18 years of age who hunts with a firearm to complete this course, Harding said.
The class will be limited to 20 students. A donation of $5 per student is requested to offset volunteer expense.
To register, sign up at Gustin Hardware in Estancia during business hours through Feb. 22.
For more information, contact Harding at 832-4158 or Al Adams at 384-4145.
Local Author To
Speak at Library
East Mountains author Bob Julyan will speak at the East Mountain Library in Tijeras on Feb. 25 at 1 p.m.
Julyan is the author of "New Mexico— Best Hikes With Children" and "The Place Names of New Mexico." He also contributed to the "Sandia Mountain Hiking Guide" and "Field Guide to the Sandia Mountains."
Lincoln Dinner
Set for Feb. 25
The Torrance County Republican Party will host its annual Lincoln Day Dinner on Feb. 25.
The event will run from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Moriarty Civic Center. It will include a silent auction and door prizes.
The cost is $30 per person and $50 per couple. For reservations and tickets, call 228-6400 or 384-5262.
Artist To Teach
About Landscape
"Exploring Color in the Landscape," a three-day class with artist David Schwindt, will be held at Starlight Ranch north of Edgewood from Feb. 27 through March 1.
Sessions will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, and students will work both indoors and outdoors.
Schwindt has been painting and exhibiting for 30 years, and participants can expect individual attention and demonstrations from the instructor.
The fee for the course is $240 per student. For more information, call Deb Matthew at 281-6839.
Equine Club Has
Monthly Meetings
The High Desert Riders equine group holds general membership meetings on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Edgewood Community Center.
The next meeting will be Feb. 28.
The group conducts rides and activities geared to all ages.
For more information, call Martha Eden at 681-8080 or Connie Hatley at 507-3501, or visit the Web site at www.highdesertriders.org.
Courses Held On
'Miracles' Book
Christ Unity Church in Edgewood will host a series of four free classes based on the book "A Course In Miracles" from Feb. 28 through March 21.
The topics are love, forgiveness, time and Holy Spirit.
The classes will be held Tuesdays at 7 p.m.
For more information, call Marcy Matasick at 286-1228.
Garden Series To
Include 6 Sessions
"The Garden Series," consisting of six sessions on home and yard gardening, will begin March 1 in Edgewood.
The sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Edgewood fire station just east of Dairy Queen.
The series is sponsored by the Torrance, Santa Fe and Bernalillo County Extension Offices. Presenters will include New Mexico State University professional staff.
The schedule is:
March 1— Low-water use plant selection.
March 8— Soils and irrigation.
March 22— Care and selection of ornamental trees.
March 29— Plant pests, diseases and insects.
April 5— Fruit trees and small fruits.
April 12— Vegetables.
Enrollment is limited. To sign up, call one of the county extension offices: Bernalillo County at 243-1386, Santa Fe County at 471-4711 or Torrance County at 246-4743.
Bingo To Benefit
Disease Charity
Fight SMA Southwest will host its third annual benefit bingo night in Moriarty on March 11.
The event will start at 7 p.m. at the Moriarty Lions Club off North Broadway.