Today's Events

FINAL CONCERT OF THE 2009 SERIES AT ST JOHNS.COMPLIMENTARY CHILD CARE AVAILABLE.RECEPTION TO HONOR THE ARTISTS WILL BE HELD IN THE FAMILY LIFE CENTER IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCERT. NO ADMISSION CHARGE, BUT A DONATION TO THE MUSIC PROGRAM AT ST. JOHNS IS ALWAYS WELCOME..LOCATION AREA IS MENAUL AND SAN PEDRO..LOOK FOR THE CROSS TO THE NORTH OF MENAUL.... — ST. JOHNS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Premier dog social event of the season is a fundraiser for Animal Humane | New Mexico. Three races to choose from, so there si something for every member of the family. 5K human only dash at 9 a.m. 5K animal friendly dash at 10 a.m. and 2 mile dawdle race at ll a.m. PLUS, Rent-A Dog booth; Pet plaza, and Carnival for Dogs. — Animal Humane | new Mexico

Music at St. john's is pleased to present a lecture/performance celebrating the life and works of Aaron Copland. Matthew Greer will host the concert and be joined by Amy Greer, pianist; Ivan Miller, bass; Kathryn Miller, clarinetist; Tzufeng Liu, pianist; and Heather Pedelty, mezzo-soprano. A performance of the original 13-instrument version of "Appalachian Spring" will feature Jerome Jim, flutist; Emily Erb, clarinetist; Denise Turner, bassoonist; Anne Ferguson-Laird, pianist; Krzysztof Zimowski, Tony Templeton, Carol Swift-Matton, and Barbara Morris, violinists; Joan Zucker and Lisa Collins, cellists; and Jean-Luc Matton, bassist. Admission is free, but donations to the program are always welcome. — Music at St. John's

THE "SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE TUTORING PROGRAM" HERE AT ST JOHNS IS AVAILABLE AGAIN FOR ANOTHER YEAR...ARE YOUR KIDS OFF TO A SLOW START, OR HAVE THEY STRUGGLED IN SCHOOL IN THE OPAST YEARS?? DONT WAIT FOR THEM TO GET BEHIND...WE ARE IN ROOM 241, FROM 6:00-7:30 PM ,EVERY MONDAY THAT APS IS IN SESSION. KINDERGADDEN THROUGH 12TH GRADE AND WILL HELP WITH ADULT LITERACY AND GED ON REQUEST...FOR INFO CALL CLIFF RENSCHLER AT 281-1797, OR c renschler@msn.com — ST. JOHNS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Instruction on two of the "Preliminary Practices" of Tibetan Buddhism: taking refuge and generating enlightened mind, and purification of obstacles to realization. — Albuquerque Karma Thegsum Choling

In this four day class, students become acquainted with the beautiful art of etching used by Rembrandt and Goya. This class covers many different techniques, such as line etching, aquatint, softground, spitbite, and chine collé. Class dates: Sundays only, Nov. 8, 15, 22, and 29 Class times: 9 AM - 5 PM, includes lunch break Class fee: $ 275 + tax, includes one 6 x 4.5" copper plate, 1 sheet of paper, 2 etching tools, and printing materials. Instructor: Ray Maseman, BFA 2 1/2 blocks east of Carlisle between Solano and Aliso, south side of street. For more information call 505-268-8952 — New Grounds Print Workshop & Gallery

In this four day class, students become acquainted with the beautiful art of etching used by Rembrandt and Goya. This class covers many different techniques, such as line etching, aquatint, softground, spitbite, and chine collé. Class dates: Sundays only, Nov. 8, 15, 22, and 29 Class times: 9 AM - 5 PM, includes lunch break Class fee: $ 275 + tax, includes one 6 x 4.5" copper plate, 1 sheet of paper, 2 etching tools, and printing materials. Instructor: Ray Maseman, BFA — New Grounds Print Workshop & Gallery

Poetry in Place: Poetry Workshops and Presentations with Local Poets Join us in recognizing our natural resources, community and youth. Join us in Connecting People to Place through poetry. WHEN: Saturday, November 7th & Sunday, November 8th, 2009 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM FEE: Saturday workshops $10.00 each; Sunday presentations are FREE CONTACT: Gina Marselle | Poetry in Place Coordinator | ginamwrites@aol.com OR Jodi Hedderig | Parks & Recreation Dept., Open Space Division | 505-897-8831 | jhedderig@cabq.gov | www.cabq.gov/openspace — Open Space Visitor Center

Please join The Very Rev. Mark Goodman, Clergy and Congregation of the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John at 11am Sunday, November 8th for a special Requiem service. The 35 voice Cathedral Choir will enhance the morning worship service with the singing of the four-part Renaissance polyphonic setting of the Requiem by Tomas Luis de Victoria. Known as the Spanish Palestrina, Victoria was the most famous composer of 16th century Spain. In his music is found a mystical intensity and a direct emotional appeal. This particular Requiem setting dates back to 1583 and is the first time it has been sung in the State of New Mexico within the context of a liturgical setting. Please come and join us for this special Sunday liturgy. — Cathedral of St John

In this informative and hands-on workshop, Travis McKenzie will share history and techniques for saving seeds, while providing examples from the Sembranos plot at La Placita Gardens at Historic Sanchez Farm. RSVP vhermanson@bernco.gov or 314-0398 — Bernalillo County Open Space

Sunday Services for The First United Methodist Church at Fourth and Lead in Downtown Albuquerque begin at 8:30 a.m. with the Contemporary Crossroads Service with 4th Street Sound, a Sunday School hour for children, youth, and adults at 9:40 a.m., and a Traditional Service with Chancel Choir at 11 a.m. Parking is available at Fourth and Coal. The title of this week's sermon is: “Which Tent to Live in.” It is the fifth and final sermon in a series entitled “Simplicity and Generosity,” and will be given by Senior Pastor David Okerberg. All are Welcome. — First United Methodist Church

Gospel Light Baptist Church, 1500 Southern Blvd, Rio Rancho, will have a Veterans Service this Sunday, Nov 8, ay 11 am. An Army color guard and New Mexico Honor Guard will perform. All veterans and military will be honored and will receive a gift. Join us in honoring our American heroes. Call 892-9463. — Gospel Light Baptist Church